The One Thing New Managers Can’t Skip

Becoming a first-time manager is overwhelming — but there’s one leadership habit that will make or break your team’s success: consistent one-on-one meetings. In this episode, Kaneshi Hart breaks down why these meetings are the foundation of trust, performance, and strong relationships on any team.

You’ll learn exactly how to set them up, why they matter, and what new managers get wrong when they avoid them.

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why weekly one-on-ones are non-negotiable
• Skipping them destroys trust and leaves employees guessing about expectations

• How one-on-ones build deep relationships that drive results
• When people feel valued, heard, and supported, they perform at higher levels and become loyal partners in your success

• How to structure your meetings for maximum impact
• Including why you should talk less, listen more, ask about well-being first, and stay consistent to build long-term trust
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This episode is your roadmap to stepping confidently into leadership — no confusion, no overwhelm, just clear, practical guidance that helps you lead people well from day one.

🎧 Listen to the full episode today and start leading with intention, clarity, and confidence.

Feeling overwhelmed as a new manager? Want to figure out how to be a better leader?

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