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Team Building 1:1 Meeting Template

Introduction

Team dynamics significantly impact productivity and workplace satisfaction. This template provides a focused framework for 30-minute conversations to understand and improve team collaboration while addressing key challenges.

Before the Meeting

  • Schedule 30 minutes in a private setting
  • Review recent team collaborations
  • Note key team dynamics to discuss
  • Identify specific examples to reference
  • Review any previous team feedback

Meeting Structure

Opening (3 minutes)

Set a constructive tone:

“Today we’ll focus on team dynamics and collaboration. I value your perspective on how we can strengthen our team’s effectiveness.”

Team Experience (10 minutes)

Understand their view of the team environment:

Key questions:

  • “How would you describe our current team environment?”
  • “What aspects of our team culture work well?”
  • “Where do you see room for improvement?”
  • “Do you feel heard and valued by the team?”

Collaboration Focus (12 minutes)

Explore specific team interactions:

Discussion areas:

  • Successful collaborations and why they worked
  • Current challenges or friction points
  • Communication effectiveness
  • Resource and workload balance

Key questions:

  • “Who do you collaborate with most effectively?”
  • “What makes those interactions successful?”
  • “Are there any collaboration challenges we should address?”
  • “How could we improve team communication?”

Action Planning (5 minutes)

Identify concrete next steps:

Quick planning:

  • One personal action item
  • One team-level suggestion
  • Follow-up timeline
  • Required support

After the Meeting

  • Document key insights
  • Track patterns across 1:1s
  • Implement agreed actions
  • Schedule follow-up

Monthly Team Check-In (30 minutes)

Quick Wins (10 minutes)

  • Recent successes
  • Positive collaborations
  • Team member recognition

Challenges (10 minutes)

  • Current obstacles
  • Process issues
  • Communication gaps

Next Steps (10 minutes)

  • Action items
  • Process improvements
  • Follow-up plan

Additional Resources

Remember: Focus on actionable insights that can quickly improve team dynamics. Address urgent concerns first and schedule deeper discussions for specific issues as needed.