"We see each other every day" does not qualify. 1-on-1 is a very specific, regular and dedicated meeting. This is where you check-in, coach, encourage new idea

"We see each other every day" does not qualify. 1-on-1 is a very specific, regular and dedicated meeting. This is where you check-in, coach, encourage new ideas, listen to pain points. It's number 1 requirement even at Google: http://solutionfocusedchange.blogspot.com/2011/03/googles-project-oxygen-eight-good.html http://solutionfocusedchange.blogspot.com/2011/03/googles-pr... I suggest listening a couple Manager-Tools.com podcasts about 1-on-1. You need more than one person's experience, even if it's for a decade.