Framework
The 5-part meeting method.
Use the same spine each time, while allowing the conversation to remain human and flexible.
1
Open with ownership
Ask what would make the meeting useful today. Let the team member set the first priority.
2
Check energy and context
Explore workload, confidence, friction, and any pressure that may not show up in project dashboards.
3
Go deep on one issue
Pick one meaningful topic instead of skimming ten shallow updates.
4
Convert insights to actions
Capture decisions, owners, dates, and support needed.
5
Close the loop next time
Start the next meeting by reviewing what changed from the last conversation.