People Ops can guide managers with a shared structure and topic bank so 1:1s feel consistent across the organization, even with new managers.
We ground OTO's approach in management and meeting research.
Sources are linked below.
Gallup estimates managers account for at least 70% of the variance in employee engagement, making manager enablement a high-leverage People Ops lever.
SourceResearch on 1:1s finds agendas created in advance or at the start are tied to higher meeting value, especially when the direct report helps shape it.
SourceMicrosoft reports weekly meeting time for the average Teams user increased 252% since February 2020, raising the bar for lightweight prep and structure.
SourceProvide a consistent agenda without forcing managers into a rigid script.
Give first-time managers the confidence to lead meaningful 1:1s from the start.
Establish a company-wide baseline for how 1:1s are run and followed up.
Start with a small pilot, collect manager feedback, and expand once the system works for your team. OTO is designed for adoption, not compliance.
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