How to Create a 1-on-1 with Your Direct Report and Use Private Notes
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1. ManagerâDirect Report View
Here we can see that Carlos is the manager and Rishita is his direct report
ManagerâDirect Report View
2. Accessing the 1-on-1 Module
To create a new 1-on-1 meeting, navigate to the 1-on-1 module from the left navigation bar
Accessing the 1-on-1 Module
3. Options for Creating a 1-on-1
Here, you will see two options: you can either add events directly from your calendar or create a new 1-on-1 within the
tool. In this example, we are selecting âCreate a New 1-on-1â to schedule the meeting directly from the platform
Options for Creating a 1-on-1
4. Selecting the Employee and Scheduling the 1-on-1
Once you choose to create a new 1-on-1, you can select the employee you want to meet with. In this case, we are
selecting Rishita, the direct report. Then choose the date, time, and duration of the meeting, and click Create to
schedule it
Selecting the Employee and Scheduling the 1-on-1
5. Shared Notes and Action Items
After creating the 1-on-1, youâll see the Shared Notes space. Both you and your direct report can add talking points and
action items here. Anything added in this section is visible to both participants
Shared Notes and Action Items
6. Using Private Notes
If you scroll down, you will find the Private Notes section. This is where you can document your personal notes or
observations during the 1-on-1. These notes are strictly private and visible only to you
Using Private Notes
7. Adding Notes Across Multiple 1-on-1s
You can continue adding private notes over time, even across multiple 1-on-1 meetings with the same direct report
Adding Notes Across Multiple 1-on-1s
8. Viewing Scheduled 1-on-1s
If the 1-on-1 you created is scheduled for a future date, it will appear under the Later tab in the 1-on-1 module. You
will see the direct reportâs name, along with the scheduled date and time of the meeting
Viewing Scheduled 1-on-1s