One on One meeting agenda

The following template is for a weekly 1 on 1 meeting with your manager. This agenda is for a 30 minute meeting, with timings.

Date: [Date of Meeting]
Time: [Time of Meeting]
Participants:
• [IC Name] – Database Administrator
• [Manager Name] – Systems Manager
Meeting Goal: Discuss current projects, address challenges, ensure alignment on priorities, and support professional development.

1. Quick Check-in and Agenda Overview (3 minutes):

1. Briefly greet each other and inquire about well-being.
2. Provide a concise overview of the meeting agenda.

2. Project Updates, Performance, and Challenges (12 minutes):

1. Project Updates (5 minutes):
   1. The DBA updates the manager on key projects and progress.
   1. Any blockers or challenges are discussed with potential solutions.
2. Performance Feedback (4 minutes):
   1. Acknowledge the DBA’s achievements since the last meeting.
   1. Offer constructive feedback on areas for improvement.
3. Technical Challenges (3 minutes):
   1. Discuss specific technical issues with database systems or projects.
   1. Explore potential support or resources needed.

3. Collaboration, Communication, and Professional Development (10 minutes):

1. Collaboration and Communication (3 minutes):
   1. Share feedback on collaboration with the IT team and other departments.
   1. Discuss communication flow and information sharing.
2. Professional Development and Goals (7 minutes):
   1. Talk about any skills the DBA is interested in developing or training underway.
   1. Discuss plans for attending workshops, webinars, or courses.
   1. Briefly touch on career aspirations and how the manager can support them.

4. Next Steps and Action Items (3 minutes):

1. Summarize key action items and responsibilities for both participants.
2. Set deadlines for action items discussed.

5. Closing (2 minutes):

1. Open the floor for any last concerns or questions.
2. Confirm the date and time for the next meeting.

Version 2

1. Opening and Review of Previous Action Items (5 minutes)

1. Quick Check-in:
   1. How are you feeling today?
2. Review of Previous Week’s Action Items:
   1. Discuss progress on last meeting’s action items
   1. Roadblocks encountered and additional support needed
   1. Relevance of remaining action items

2. Current Projects, Tasks, and Performance (15 minutes)

1. Senior Database Administrator’s Update:
   1. Status of current projects and tasks, highlighting any challenges
   1. Upcoming deadlines or milestones
   1. Needs for clarification, resources, or collaboration
2. Systems Manager’s Input:
   1. Updates on team priorities and any impact on the DBA’s work
   1. Feedback or guidance on the DBA’s current projects and tasks
   1. Information on upcoming team meetings or projects

3. Next Steps, Action Items, and Professional Development (7 minutes)

1. Action Items for the Next Week:
   1. Agree on action items and assign ownership and deadlines
   1. Discuss key priorities for the coming week and necessary support
2. Professional Development:
   1. Brief discussion on any new skills the DBA wishes to develop or current training
   1. Talk about potential career aspirations and support from the manager

4. Open Discussion (3 minutes)

1. Address Additional Topics:
   1. Opportunity for the DBA or manager to bring up any additional concerns or ideas
   1. Discuss career development, training opportunities, or general feedback if time allows

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This agenda balances the need to review past actions, current work, and plans for the future, while still allowing space for open discussion. It encourages both the senior database administrator and the systems manager to prepare updates and questions beforehand to make the most of their time together.