One-on-One Meetings: A Practical Leadership Tool

In this episode of Command Post Cohort, Craig and Andrew dig into one of the most underrated leadership tools—the one-on-one meeting. Whether you call it a touchpoint, coaching session, or counseling, the title doesn’t matter as much as the intent: authentic conversations that build trust, uncover roadblocks, and develop your people.

They walk through a practical, flexible one-on-one meeting template that leaders can use to support team members, track progress, provide feedback, and align goals. Craig shares lessons from his Army experience, and Andrew tells a story of how one conversation helped unlock a soldier’s potential—leading to the best retention rate in U.S. Army Europe.

If you’re a new leader looking for a structure—or a seasoned one trying to reset expectations—this episode offers real talk, real tools, and real stories to help you lead better today.

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