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Discussion on: What do you talk about during your one-on-one meetings with your engineering (or other) manager?

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Jay xac

I can give you my practical experience - I have been reporting to my manager for almost 3 years now, and I have had 1 person report to me for about a year.

At the beginning of my employment - I would ask my manager for feedback about my work - specific issues - say something took too long or if I found something odd - I'd discuss that.

Over time, we have come to know each other better - I generally don't have as many performance related questions - although every 2 or 3 months, I do check in with the general direction of both the project and my work - so that I don't become complacent.

We do discuss family and other things that are going on in our lives - but that is generally kept at a high level.

The person reporting to me is also similar - only roles reversed.

Feel free to ask if you have specific questions.