Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang avoid one-on-one meetings, viewing them as unproductive and isolating.
Chesky believes they often devolve into therapy-like sessions or nitpicking, with employees raising issues better suited for group discussions. Huang echoes this, preferring transparency where key information is shared broadly.
Conversely, organizational psychologist Steven G. Rogelberg sees value in well-structured one-on-ones, highlighting their potential to boost employee engagement and productivity. He advises focusing on both personal and practical needs in brief, worker-led meetings.