Turn every 1-to-1 into a growth conversation
Thrive Sessions are structured coaching conversations that give managers the tools to support their teams — with goal setting, reflection prompts, and prep tips that make every session meaningful, not just a calendar event.
Thrive Session
Monthly 1-to-1 · Sarah & James
"James completed 3 gratitude entries and hit his step goal this week. Ask about what's been going well."
Most 1-to-1s are status updates. They should be growth conversations.
Managers want to support their people but don't always know how. Without structure, 1-to-1s default to project updates and task lists. Wellbeing gets a passing mention — if it comes up at all.
Thrive Sessions change the dynamic. By giving managers a framework — goal setting, reflection prompts, prep tips — every conversation becomes an opportunity to coach, not just supervise. Employees feel heard. Managers feel equipped. And you get visibility into whether these conversations are actually happening.
Structure creates space for real connection.
The difference
"How's the project going?"
"What's one thing that would make your week better?"
"Any blockers?"
"What's one win you're proud of this month?"
"See you next week."
"Let's set a goal to revisit next session."
Everything a great 1-to-1 needs — built in
Every element is designed to make the conversation easier for managers and more valuable for employees. No training required. No facilitation guides. Just open the app and start.
Conversation templates
Pre-built structures for different types — regular check-ins, career development, wellbeing-focused, and return-to-work sessions. Choose the right one for the moment.
Goal setting & tracking
Set, track, and revisit goals together. Goals carry over between sessions so nothing gets lost. Both manager and employee see progress.
Reflection prompts
Guided questions that surface what matters — wins, challenges, aspirations. Help employees articulate what they might not raise unprompted.
Manager prep tips
Context-aware prompts that help managers prepare. Recent activity, goals in progress, gratitude entries — show up ready, not scrambling.
Session summaries & action items
Capture key takeaways and next steps. Both parties leave with clarity. Summaries visible in the Vision Hub for follow-through.
Scheduling & cadence
Set the rhythm — weekly, fortnightly, or monthly. Automated reminders keep sessions on track without HR having to chase.
Every conversation powered by data from across the platform
Because Thrive Sessions live inside WellSpring, managers don't walk into conversations blind. The platform surfaces relevant data from across all three pillars — Body, Mind, and Spirit — to help with preparation, guide the actual conversation, and set meaningful goals.
If an employee's activity has dipped, their daily question responses show low energy, or they haven't journaled in weeks, the manager sees it. That context turns a generic check-in into a conversation that actually helps.
After the session, managers can recommend specific parts of the WellSpring app — a breathing exercise, a running club, a gratitude prompt — creating a direct line from conversation to action.
Not just a conversation tool — a whole-platform advantage.
Body pillar
Activity down 40% this month — no runs logged in 2 weeks
Mind pillar
Daily questions: energy rated low 3 of last 5 days
Spirit pillar
Gratitude journal: 12 entries this month — consistent
Suggested talking points
- Check in on workload — activity dip may signal stress
- Acknowledge consistent journaling — positive habit
- Suggest a breathing exercise or lunchtime walking club
After the session — recommend
The conversations that keep people
Research consistently shows that the manager-employee relationship is the single biggest factor in retention and engagement. Thrive Sessions make that relationship better — systematically.
Build genuine trust
When managers have the right structure, conversations go deeper. Employees share more. Trust grows. That's the foundation of retention.
Reduce turnover
Employees who feel supported by their manager are significantly more likely to stay. Thrive Sessions make that support tangible and trackable.
Equip every manager
Not everyone is a natural coach. Templates, prompts, and prep tips give every manager the scaffolding to have better conversations — no training needed.
Embed wellbeing into how you work
When wellbeing is part of the manager-employee relationship, it stops being an initiative and becomes culture. That's how lasting change happens.
Prove it's happening
Completion rates, frequency, notes, and goals — all visible in the Vision Hub. For the board, it's proof your culture investment is more than words.
Unlimited — run as many as you need
No per-session fees. Every manager, every employee, every month. Thrive Sessions are included with your WellSpring subscription.
Thrive Sessions Overview
Vision Hub · This Quarter
88%
Completion
35
This Month
4.8
Avg Rating
Full visibility. Notes, goals and action items visible to admins and line managers in the Vision Hub.
Visibility without micromanaging
The Vision Hub gives admins and line managers full visibility into Thrive Sessions — completion rates, frequency, notes, goals and action items. See what was discussed, track follow-through, and ensure wellbeing conversations are happening across your organisation.
This is the difference between hoping managers are supporting their teams and knowing they are. For the board, it's proof your culture investment is more than words.
- Completion rates by team and individual
- Session notes and action items searchable
- Goal tracking across the organisation
- CSV export for compliance and board reports
From setup to meaningful conversations in minutes
Set up templates
Choose from pre-built conversation types or create your own. Add goal prompts, reflection questions, and prep tips.
Assign & schedule
Pair managers with reports. Set the cadence — weekly, fortnightly, monthly. Automated reminders handle the rest.
Managers prepare & run sessions
Prep tips surface relevant context. Managers follow the template. Goals are set. Notes are captured. Everyone leaves aligned.
Track & improve
Vision Hub shows completion rates, goal progress, and session frequency. Spot gaps, celebrate consistency, and report to the board.
Why organisations choose WellSpring for coaching
Build trust at scale
Give every manager the tools to have meaningful conversations. No coaching certification required.
Every
manager equipped
Improve retention
Employees who feel supported are significantly more likely to stay. Thrive Sessions make that support tangible and consistent.
Every
conversation tracked
Full organisational coverage
Track whether sessions are happening across every team, department, and location. No blind spots.
100%
visibility
Culture, not a checkbox
Wellbeing embedded in the manager-employee relationship becomes how you work — not just an HR initiative.
∞
sessions included
Better conversations. Better culture. Better retention.
Thrive Sessions are part of the Spirit pillar — but their impact spans the entire employee experience. When managers have better conversations, everything improves. All included in your WellSpring subscription.
Ready to transform your team's wellbeing?
Book a personalised demo and see how WellSpring can drive engagement, reduce absenteeism and build a healthier workplace culture.
Ready to get started?
Pick a time that works for you and we'll walk you through WellSpring in a personalised 30-minute demo.
Book a Demo