Dev Tools · 14h ago
Why 1:1s Get Cut First in Crunch Time
When deadlines tighten, managers often cancel 1:1s because they leave no artifact like a ticket or PR. This prioritizes countable work over uncountable value like coaching and retention. The author argues that protecting that half-hour slot signals true commitment to the team.
Meridian48 take
A practical argument for protecting non-ticketed management time, but it's a management best-practices piece, not a tech product or policy story.
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