Manager 1 on 1s Are A Litmus Test For Seniority

One-on-one meetings evolve as career levels advance. A key sign of professional growth is taking ownership of these conversations and using them to drive impact.

• Initiative reflects seniority: If recent one-on-ones are led primarily by a manager with direction and feedback, it's likely an early-career dynamic. As experience grows, the expectation shifts toward independently setting prioriti