Why Infrequent Manager 1 on 1s Cause Massive Career Damage

Recurring one-on-ones act as a safeguard against the buildup of unresolved issues and help maintain consistent focus on career development and workplace health.

• Prevents goal procrastination: Infrequent one-on-ones make it easy to delay important but uncomfortable topics like career growth. Weekly cadence creates timely check-ins that keep development top of mind.
• Creates built-in accountability: Knowing a one-on-one is coming up each week reinforces reflection on progress and keeps both parties aligned on priorities and goals.
• Maintains workplace “cleanliness”: Like cleaning a home regularly, weekly meetings prevent work challenges from piling up. When issues are cleared consistently, the work environment stays healthy and manageable.
• Supports better quality of work life: Regular check-ins help address interpersonal or project-related friction early, reducing stress and misalignment over time.
• Reduces communication lag: By clearing the "trash" of misunderstandings or confusion regularly, one-on-ones create a more fluid and responsive working relationship.