How Monthly 1:1s Are Replacing Annual Reviews for Better Performance

How Monthly 1:1s Are Replacing Annual Reviews (and Why It Works)

Many HR teams are realizing that annual reviews don’t work. They’re too infrequent, too formal, and often fail to provide employees with the feedback they need to improve.

Instead, forward-thinking companies are transitioning to monthly 1:1s—regular check-ins that create a more agile, responsive, and engaging performance culture.

Why Monthly 1:1s Work Better Than Annual Reviews

• Frequent touchpoints keep employees aligned and engaged

• Feedback is timely and actionable, leading to faster improvements

• Managers build stronger relationships with their teams

• Employees feel more supported, boosting retention and morale

How to Implement Monthly 1:1s Effectively

• Use structured agendas to guide productive conversations

• Incorporate sentiment tracking to understand employee well-being

• Tie discussions to goals and career growth

• Leverage performance management tools to keep everything in one place

The result? A simpler, more effective performance management process that makes employees feel valued all year round—not just once a year.

Curious about how this works in practice?