Are Check-in Meetings Necessary? - with Jason Lauritsen

Leadership expert Jason Lauritsen tackles the question of whether we really need check-in meetings addressing barriers like discomfort, skill gaps, and the drive for workplace efficiency. Don’t miss the four key steps for effective check-ins.

In this episode of the Happy Space Podcast, Clare speaks with leadership expert Jason Lauritsen about the role of check-in meetings. They explore why regular, intentional conversations between leaders and team members matter—not just for accountability, but for connection and well-being. Too often check-in meetings are discarded in the belief they are not serving real value. But it is perhaps because they are not being well implemented. Jason offers an easy-to-implement process for delivering check-ins that make a difference, making them more comfortable and worthwhile. The episode invites leaders to slow down, get curious, and prioritize relationships as the foundation for more human and productive work environments.

A dynamic keynote speaker, Jason Lauritsen is a true thought leader in the world of work and employee engagement dedicated to revolutionizing the way we Lead With Relationship™.

He fearlessly challenges traditional norms to reshape the employee experience by consistently placing authentic human connection at the heart of leadership.

Jason is the author of two books, Unlocking High Performance and Social Gravity. His thought leadership has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, Talent Management magazine, HR Executive magazine, and SHRM publications.

CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro: The Power of Conversation

03:30 – What’s Driving Interest in Check-Ins?

07:50 – Relationship Building is the Work

11:45 – The Four Steps of an Effective Check-In

18:10 – Frequency & Flexibility: What Works Best?

24:00 – Making Space for Connection in Hustle Culture

28:40 – The Role of Comfort in Performance

34:15 – Relearning How to Connect Post-Pandemic

40:00 – Final Thoughts & How to Connect with Jason

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CREDITS

Creator, Host - Clare Kumar

Show Producer - Rafael Dona

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