Your Weekly Dance with Power

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How To Survive Your Boss

Kiana

13 episodes

1 week ago

How to Survive Your Boss is a practical podcast about decoding corporate politics and making work work for you. Hosted by Kiana—a strategist who’s navigated the maze from startups to enterprise—each episode blends real stories with expert perspectives (HR leaders, psychologists, managers, employment attorneys, and more) to turn unspoken rules into usable playbooks. We cover managing up, team communication, boundaries, career moves, and mental health with clear language, no gatekeeping, and steps you can use the next day.

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Your Weekly Dance with Power - One on One

How To Survive Your Boss

50 minutes 46 seconds

4 months ago

Your Weekly Dance with Power - One on One

In this episode, Kiana and Tara explore the vital role one-on-one meetings play in professional development and team communication. They break down what these meetings should look like, how to prepare for them, common misconceptions, and red flags to watch out for. Whether you're a new employee or a seasoned professional, this conversation will help you take charge of your one-on-ones and make them work for you.Key Takeaways:

Purpose of One-on-Ones: These meetings are private, dedicated time with your manager to discuss progress, challenges, feedback, career goals, and workplace concerns.

Types of One-on-Ones

Regular check-ins (weekly, biweekly, or monthly)
Performance reviews
Career development discussions
Feedback sessions
Project-based updates

How to Lead the Meeting

Come prepared with an agenda and discussion topics
Share accomplishments and advocate for your needs
Send follow-up notes to document feedback and action items

Mentality Shift

Use this time to talk about your growth—not just status updates
Remember: your manager isn’t a mind reader—clearly express your needs and goals

Red Flags to Watch For

Frequent cancellations without reason
Meetings focused only on status updates
No discussion of your growth or development
Manager dominates the conversation or offers only negative feedback
Dismissal of concerns, gaslighting, or boundary violations
No mention of promotions, raises, or long-term goals

Pro Tip: Where legally allowed, record or transcribe your one-on-ones to keep a clear record of discussions and commitments.TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Introduction to One-on-Ones00:44 Understanding the Purpose of One-on-Ones01:27 Common Issues with One-on-Ones03:40 Different Types of One-on-Ones07:27 Standard One-on-One Formats10:42 Boss's Perspective on One-on-Ones17:01 Maximizing Your One-on-One Meetings25:10 The Wrong Mentality in One-on-Ones26:52 Taking Control of Your One-on-One Meetings28:40 Preparing for Effective One-on-Ones31:22 Red Flags in One-on-Ones35:24 Handling Gaslighting and Toxic Environments48:06 Concluding Thoughts on One-on-Ones