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Meaningful conversations start with insight
With the Motivation Analysis, 1:1 meetings become more focused, relevant and easier to follow up on. It provides a clear foundation for conversations about well-being, motivation and development, making the conversation more valuable for both managers and employees.

Most organisations have regular 1:1 meetings. Few get real value from them.

These conversations can be valuable in the moment, but too often they end there. Without the right insight, they can become too general, leaving managers and employees with unclear expectations and little structured follow-up.

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Managers lack the insight they need to ask the right questions

Conversations can feel too general and less relevant to individual employees

Agreed actions and tasks are not followed up after the conversation

HR lacks a clear overview of progress and development over time

The Motivation Analysis™

Before the 1:1 meeting, the employee completes the Motivation Analysis. It provides insight into what motivates them, how they experience their work situation and where there is room for improvement. This creates a clear foundation for a more relevant and focused conversation.

Takes around 10 minutes to complete

Shows what motivates the employee and how they experience their work situation

Highlights what to focus on in the conversation

Based on solid research and designed with people in mind

Both the manager and employee can view the results

HR and managers can access aggregated results for the team and organisation

Better 1:1 meetings start with insight

A good 1:1 meeting creates space for feedback, focused actions and clear plans. It strengthens working relationships, supports motivation and gives managers insight into what each employee needs to succeed.

More confident managers

Understand what drives each employee. Focus your time where it matters, build strong working relationships and strengthen trust.

More relevant conversations for employees

Focus the conversation on what matters most to each employee, rather than following the same generic format for everyone.

Get to what matters faster

Use the Motivation Analysis to ask the right questions and focus the one-to-one on what matters most.

A clear overview for HR

Keep track of completed one-to-ones. Aggregated results give HR and managers insight into development at team and organisational level.

Leadership development based on insight

Use aggregated insights from analyses and conversations to develop your leadership. Identify patterns across the team, find areas for improvement and make better decisions.

From survey to follow-up in four steps.

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Before the 1:1 meeting, the employee spends around 10 minutes completing a survey, which results in the Motivation Analysis.

1 Survey

The Motivation Analysis shows which motivational factors matter most to the employee and how they experience them in their day-to-day work.

2 Insight

Use the insight to focus the 1:1 meeting on what has the greatest impact on the employee’s well-being and performance.

3 Conversation

Document the conversation with notes, and add goals and tasks to the action plan for easy follow-up.

4 Follow-up

Value across the organisation

Motivati provides a shared foundation for insight, dialogue and follow-up, making it easier to develop people, strengthen the work environment and achieve better results.

Managers

Understand what drives each employee and feel more confident as a manager. Focus your time where it matters, build strong relationships and strengthen trust.

HR

Gain insight into organisational culture and what drives well-being, engagement and performance. Use this insight to support managers, develop employees and strengthen the work environment and culture.

Employees

Have more say in your working day. The Motivation Analysis helps you put into words what motivates you and what you need to thrive and perform

Creating workplaces where employees thrive

Our customers use Motivati to better understand their employees, have more meaningful conversations and create workplaces where people can thrive. Here are some of their experiences with the system:

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“I have to say how impressed we are. We’ve invested in a fantastic system. The quality of our employee conversations has improved significantly, and we’re much better at staying focused on what matters. Thank you!”

Noova Energi System AS

“The Motivation Analysis helps create more focused conversations, giving managers the opportunity to talk to each employee about what matters most to them. It also provides a valuable opportunity to align expectations, which we’ve found to be particularly important.”

Osterøy Kommune

FAQ

Let us answer your questions
How do we make sure actions from 1:1 meetings are not forgotten?
Record agreed actions and review them regularly. In Motivati, actions are recorded in the action plan with clear responsibilities and deadlines. Employees can receive reminders, making it easier to follow through on what has been agreed.
How does the action plan work in Motivati?
The action plan bring goals, activities, responsibilities and progress together in one place. After conversations, surveys or analyses, managers and employees can record agreed actions and follow up over time. This makes it clear what has been agreed and what still needs to be done.
Are 1:1 meetings required by law?
Requirements for 1:1 meetings vary by country. Even where they are not specifically required by law, employers may have obligations related to employee participation, development and the work environment. Employee conversations can be a valuable tool for supporting these requirements.
What is the difference between an in-depth 1:1 meeting and a follow-up meeting?
An in-depth 1:1 meeting explores the employee’s work situation, motivation and development. Follow-up meetings are shorter conversations held between these meetings to review agreed actions, check progress and identify new needs.
How should we follow up after a 1:1 meeting?
Record agreed actions and tasks, including who is responsible and when they should be completed. In Motivati, action plans and notes keep this information together so the manager and employee can review progress and follow up.
How does Motivati help managers with 1:1 meetings?
Motivati’s Employee Conversations feature helps managers prepare for, hold and follow up on 1:1 meetings, also known as one-on-one meetings or one-to-one meetings. Insight into the employee’s work situation makes the conversation more relevant, while notes and action plans help you record and follow up on what you agree.
How often should we have 1:1 meetings?
We recommend at least one in-depth 1:1 meeting each year, supported by shorter follow-up meetings throughout the year. Needs vary between organisations and employees, but regular conversations make it easier to identify needs, support development and follow through on agreed actions.
What should a 1:1 meeting lead to?
A 1:1 meeting should lead to a shared understanding of what the employee needs to thrive, develop and succeed at work. The manager and employee should clarify expectations and agree on specific goals and actions to follow up over time.
How is the Motivation Analysis used in a 1:1 meeting?
The employee completes the Motivation Analysis before the meeting. The results show what matters to their motivation, how they experience their work situation and where there may be room for improvement. The manager and employee use the results to explore what works well, what could improve and which actions to take.
Why do traditional 1:1 meetings sometimes fall short?
Traditional 1:1 meetings can be too general and give too little attention to the individual employee’s needs. Without relevant insight, open dialogue and clear follow-up, the meeting can become a box-ticking exercise rather than a useful opportunity for motivation and development.
What makes a good 1:1 meeting?
A good 1:1 meeting is an open, honest conversation where the employee feels seen and heard. It explores motivation, responsibilities, goals and skills, and helps both people clarify expectations. The Motivation Analysis provides a clear starting point, focusing the conversation on what matters to the individual and helping you agree on actions to follow up.
Is our data secure in Motivati?
Yes. Motivati is developed in Norway, with built-in privacy features, access controls and a focus on information security. All data is stored in the cloud within the EU. Login and access settings can be adapted to your organisation’s security requirements.
How does Motivati help managers in their day-to-day work?
Motivati gives managers a clearer starting point for meaningful conversations with employees. Surveys and analyses provide insight into what affects well-being, motivation and performance. Notes and action plans make it easier to follow up on agreed actions.
Do I need to replace my existing HR system?
No. You can use Motivati alongside your existing HR system or as a standalone solution. Motivati is designed specifically for conversations, insight, assessments and ongoing employee support—areas that traditional HR systems may not fully address.
How quickly can we get started with Motivati?
Most organisations can get started quickly. We set up the solution and make sure everything is ready to use. With just a few hours of training, managers and administrators have what they need to start using Motivati and gaining valuable insight.

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