Frequency depends on the individual — every 1 to 3 weeks is a reasonable range. Some people need more frequent touchpoints; others operate well with less. Calibrate based on what you're observing, not just what's scheduled.
Frame feedback in the context of level expectations and technical leadership expectations so conversations about growth are anchored to something concrete.
Developer 1:1
- Team member's agenda first — always
- Review team meeting contributions
- Review task execution (story cards, blockers, pace)
- Collect and review peer feedback
- Side quests — things they're thinking about outside their assigned work
Tech Lead 1:1
- Team member's agenda first
- Delivery concerns — what's at risk, what needs unblocking
- People concerns — team dynamics, interpersonal friction
- Technical and architecture concerns
- Review priorities and alignment with broader roadmap
Staff+ 1:1
- Team member's agenda first
- Delivery concerns
- People concerns
- Technical and architecture concerns
- Organizational and system challenges — cross-team friction, structural issues, process gaps
- Review priorities