How New Managers Can Run Their First One-on-One

In this episode of New Manager Conversations, Lucas and Luna break down the art of the first one-on-one meeting with a direct report. Using the real-world example of a new team lead at a mid-size SaaS company who inherited a team of seven, they walk through a concrete structure: how to set the agenda in advance, what questions to ask first, and how to avoid the trap of treating the meeting as a status update. Lucas shares evidence from a Gallup study showing that managers who hold regular, structured one-on-ones see 12% higher engagement scores. Luna challenges the listener to think about the power dynamic—your direct report may be nervous too. They also discuss the 'three-bullet rule' for keeping the conversation focused on the employee's priorities, not the manager's. By the end, you'll have a reusable template for your next one-on-one. #NewManagers #OneOnOneMeetings #Leadership #Management #First90Days #Careers #TeamLead #Coaching #EmployeeEngagement #Gallup #SaaS #DirectReports #Communication #Trust #Feedback #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #LucasAndLuna Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo