Our New 1-on-1 Tool: Align Conversations, Performance, and Growth

We know it’s easy to get caught up in the grind of day-to-day work and, consequently, push aside Quarterly Discussions with team members. But skipping those important conversations just makes it harder to grow — and your culture could suffer as well. After all, you need to consistently connect with (and support) your most valuable assets: your people.

That’s why we focused on improving the 1-on-1 tool by including a new “Insights” feature that provides a clear and comprehensive view of individual, team, department, and company performance so it’s clear where your organization can scale appropriately and thrive.

The 1-on-1 tool captures crucial data from Quarterly Discussions and performance trends. Those insights help leaders assess how effectively managers are supporting team alignment and development opportunities which, in turn, equips them to make informed, strategic decisions that promote individual and organizational success.

Need another reason to maintain the critical cadence of Quarterly Discussions in our 1-on-1 tool? The odds of business growth materializing within six months are greatly increased based on leadership decisions that are informed by these new insights. 

AN ESSENTIAL BUSINESS TOOL

Reasons to love this feature:

According to a study published in the Harvard Business Review, companies with strong performance management practices — and this includes cultural fit — are 1.5 times more likely to outperform their competitors.* Our new 1-on-1 Insights tool puts you on that path. It provides a clear picture for cultural fit and performance tracking, improving team leaders’ ability to offer accurate and constructive feedback and ensuring teams are unified and engaged with a clearly aligned feedback program that is customized for each team member. On top of that, it makes it easy to make sure everyone is getting the feedback they deserve. By fostering better communication, enhancing skill growth, and improving alignment between team members and leadership, managers can drive development that benefits the entire organization.

What’s more, this new tool addresses the need for transparency and alignment among teams. Leaders can track historical performance, Core Values alignment, and whether team members know the role, are committed to it, and are fully capable of thriving in their position. An integrated Team Fit Analysis allows your leadership team to align on how well you are collectively doing. The Insights tool not only puts the data right at your fingertips but also makes it easy for everyone to align on how strong the company is. This often becomes clear when team members review results from an assessment designed to help gauge overall team health and alignment.

Coaches can also use the 1-on-1 tool to enhance their value by providing targeted support and guidance to team leaders, helping them interpret data and implement development strategies.

From a team member’s perspective, they’ll see how committed the organization is to supporting their personal and professional growth. Constructive feedback will help them align more closely with company values and become their best selves. Plus, the ability for team members to rate leadership shows a commitment to transparency and continuous improvement, fostering trust while helping leaders identify opportunities to grow and better support their teams. 

Key Benefits

• Experience seamless completion of quarterly and annual performance reviews from start to finish, with simple scheduling and preparation of customizable forms and settings.
• The 1-on-1 tool pulls your Core Values right from your vision; the roles, accountabilities, and responsibilities right from your Org Chart, measurables from your employee’s Scorecard; and Rocks and To-Dos right from your Meetings tool. It’s all right there with zero work on either the manager’s or employee’s part. 
• Our Team Fit Analysis features give you a fast and clear view into whether team members are sitting in the right Seats by assessing whether they know what their role is, are committed to it, and fully capable of doing it. A leader can then know whether their employees are the right people with an easy way to score Core Values alignment. 
• Make smarter decisions than ever before with actionable insights for performance management. Managers and above will be able to see development trends to help them become better coaches and leaders.
• Providing a space for employees to share their thoughts about leadership helps leaders stay connected to team needs, fostering an environment where employees feel valued and supported in their growth.
  

How it works:

To review overall team quarterly or annual performance, click on the “Insights” tab in the left-hand navigation of the Ninety platform. This powerful tool supports our 1-on-1 tool and captures actionable insights from your quarterly and annual discussions. Managers can easily evaluate employee fit, track progress, and address challenges with comprehensive data. For more details on leveraging the 1-on-1 tool, visit our latest article in the Help Center.

Additionally, stay tuned for upcoming reporting enhancements, which will further enrich your understanding of team dynamics.

*Harvard Business Review, "The Performance Management Revolution" (2016)