Skip-level meetings

Overview
Skip-level meetings are one-on-one conversations where a manager meets with the reports of their direct reports. They help senior leaders gain insight into team dynamics, uncover hidden issues, and build trust across multiple layers of an organization.

Key Takeaways

• Provides a direct channel for feedback from deeper in the hierarchy.
• Helps identify blind spots that may not surface in regular team meetings.
• Strengthens relationships and demonstrates that leadership cares about all employees.
• Offers an opportunity to coach emerging leaders and understand their challenges.
• Can surface systemic problems early, allowing proactive solutions.

Who Would Benefit

• Engineering managers looking to improve cross-team communication.
• Senior leaders who want visibility into day-to-day team health.
• New managers seeking techniques for building trust.
• HR partners interested in organizational health metrics.

Frameworks and Methodologies

• None