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1:1s and recognition for new leads

Run regular one-to-ones that belong to the team member, follow through on actions, and recognize good work in a specific, timely and fair way.

Level
Beginner
Length
About 40 minutes
Contents
3 lessons · 1 video · final exam
Status
Published · updated 1 Oct 2026

Skills you'll practise

  • Set up and run a regular 1:1 where the team member's topics come first
  • Record and follow through on actions agreed in 1:1s
  • Give recognition that is specific, timely and matched to the person's preferences
  • Keep recognition fair and consistent across the team

Course outline

  1. 1.1:1s and recognitionVideo · 2 min
  2. 2.One-to-ones that matterLesson · 14 min
  3. 3.1:1s in practiceLesson · 14 min
  4. 4.Development and career conversations in 1:1sLesson · 15 min
  5. 5.1:1s and recognition for new leads: knowledge checkKnowledge check · 20 questions
  6. 6.1:1s and recognition for new leads: practical exerciseKnowledge check · 1 question
  7. 7.Your first 1:1 with OmarScenario
  8. 8.Final exam8 questions · passing it completes the course, so people who already know the material can test out

Sources it draws on

The lessons and questions are written from these references, so learners can go back to the original.

  • General people-leadership practice for one-to-one meetings and recognition
  • Your organization's performance, recognition and HR policies

See it with your own jobs and topics

Tell us about your team and we'll walk you through setup, from choosing jobs to your first skills check.