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When to Use Eleven

Compounding Impact Through Better Conversations

Eleven isn’t just a tool for one-on-one meetings—it’s a catalyst for transforming how teams communicate. When leaders and team members consistently surface meaningful topics, process feedback thoughtfully, and focus on growth, the impact compounds:

  • Stronger Relationships - Trust and transparency grow when people feel heard and supported.
  • Greater Clarity - Small moments of insight prevent misalignment and drive better decisions.
  • Exponential Growth - A culture of curiosity and continuous improvement fuels not just individuals but the entire organization.

By using Eleven to capture specific moments for growth—whether it’s capturing reactions after an all-hands, surfacing growth opportunities, or processing feedback—teams develop a habit of curiosity and empathy that spreads across the organization.

1. Capturing Real-Time Reactions to Company-Wide Updates

  • Scenario: After an all-hands meeting, a team member has insights or concerns they want to share but don’t feel comfortable raising immediately.
  • How to use it: Team members can record their thoughts in the app—whether it’s a follow-up question, a concern, or an idea for improvement. This creates a safe space to revisit the topic during their next one-on-one.
  • How Eleven Helps: Ensures important thoughts or reactions during high-level meetings (like all-hands) are captured and discussed later without losing the immediacy or emotional context.

2. Identifying Areas for Personal Growth in the Midst of Challenges

  • Scenario: A team member encounters a challenge that feels like a skills gap rather than a short-term blocker.
  • How to use it: When someone encounters a challenge that feels like a skills gap rather than just a project blocker, they can record their reflections in Eleven. For example: “I feel like I’m not great at this yet, and I’m wondering if this is something I should focus on developing long-term. Could we talk about whether this is a growth priority for me or just a short-term hurdle?”
  • How Eleven Helps: Helps team members capture moments of self-doubt or uncertainty about their skills or growth trajectory, turning potential anxiety into actionable development.

3. Giving and Receiving Feedback

  • Scenario: A manager notices an opportunity for improvement but doesn’t want to disrupt the flow of work or give feedback in a group setting. Conversely, a team member receives feedback that’s hard to process in the moment.
  • How to use it for giving feedback: Managers or team members can capture notes about moments they want to address, without disrupting workflows or creating discomfort in group settings. For example: “I noticed during the project handoff that your communication style was confusing for the client. Let’s talk about how to clarify that for future handoffs.”
  • How to use it for receiving feedback: Team members can reflect on feedback that felt hard to process in the moment, then record questions or thoughts to revisit later. For example: “I heard your frustration about my response time yesterday. I’d like to understand more about your expectations and talk about balancing speed with thoughtfulness.”
  • How Eleven Helps: Creates a safe and intentional space for both giving and processing feedback, avoiding the pitfalls of poorly timed or incomplete exchanges.

4. Capturing Insights and Ideas at Non-Ideal Times

  • Scenario: A team member has a breakthrough idea while working out, commuting, or late at night.
  • How to use it: When someone has an idea or reflection during a workout, on a commute, or late at night, they can record it in Eleven without worrying about disrupting their manager or shifting focus to other work tools. For example: “I was thinking about the way we handled that client escalation. Do you think there’s a way to streamline the process next time?”
  • How Eleven Helps: They can quickly record their idea in the app without disrupting their flow or the recipient’s workday. The app queues the thought for their next one-on-one, ensuring it’s not forgotten.

5. Capturing Moments to Celebrate Wins

  • Scenario: A team member notices a colleague going above and beyond but doesn’t have an immediate opportunity to acknowledge it.
  • How to use it: When someone notices a teammate going above and beyond but doesn’t have an immediate opportunity to recognize them, they can record it in Eleven for their next one-on-one or team meeting. For example: “I want to make sure we highlight Jordan’s incredible work on the project presentation. Their attention to detail made a huge difference.”
  • How Eleven Helps: Ensures positive feedback and recognition don’t get lost in the busyness of day-to-day work, fostering a culture of appreciation.

6. Advocating for Under-recognized Contributions

  • Scenario: A team member notices that a peer’s efforts or ideas are being overlooked.
  • How to use it: A team member can use Eleven to capture observations about under-recognized contributions and bring them up in a constructive way. For example: “I’ve noticed that Chris’s ideas in brainstorming sessions often get talked over or dismissed. I think we should find ways to give them more space to share their thoughts—they’ve had some great insights.”
  • How Eleven Helps: Gives team members a way to speak up for colleagues whose efforts or ideas might be overlooked, promoting equity and inclusivity.

7. Navigating Difficult Peer Relationships

  • Scenario: A team member is struggling to work effectively with a peer and feels unsure about how to improve the situation.
  • How to use it: A team member can use Eleven to reflect on their frustrations or struggles with a peer in a safe, non-disruptive way: “I’ve been feeling really frustrated with how Alex responds to my ideas in meetings. It makes me feel dismissed, and I’m not sure how to address it.” This gives managers a heads-up about potential friction, allowing them to guide the employee on how to navigate the situation or step in to help mediate if necessary.
  • How Eleven Helps: Provides a way to capture and address interpersonal challenges in a constructive, thoughtful manner, especially when team dynamics become strained.

And many more…

These scenarios are just the beginning of how Eleven can transform your team's communication. We encourage you to try them out and discover how they fit your unique needs. As you explore these use cases, you'll likely discover additional ways to leverage the app for meaningful conversations.

Your insights and experiences could help shape how other teams use Eleven to build stronger relationships and drive growth. So, please share your discoveries with us via hello@getelevenapp.com or send an in-app message to “Eleven Feedback." We're excited to learn how you're using Eleven to level up your 1:1s.