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What is a one-on-one meeting (1:1)?
Updated Nov 1, 2026
Definition
A one-on-one (1:1) is a regular, private meeting between a manager and one person on their team to talk about progress, blockers, feedback and growth. It belongs to the team member, not to status updates.
A simple 1:1 agenda
- Wins: what went well since last time.
- Blockers: what's in the way and the help needed.
- Feedback: in both directions.
- Growth: goals and how they're going.
- Actions: what each person will do before the next 1:1.
Keep each 1:1 building on the last
Start by checking what was promised last time. 1:1s lose trust when the same blocker comes up every week and nothing changes.
How Acta keeps 1:1 notes
Acta's 1:1 check-in template records wins and blockers, feedback in both directions, growth goals and action items, so the next 1:1 starts with what was promised last time. Notes stay private unless you share them.
1:1 meeting notes templateFAQ
How often should 1:1s happen?
Weekly or every two weeks is common. Consistency matters more than length.
Should 1:1s be recorded?
Only with the other person's agreement. Some prefer notes only; tell them first, as with any recording.