Episode 63: The Meeting Fix: 3 Simple Tips to Transform Your Meetings
Episode 63
The Meeting Fix: 3 Simple Tips to Transform Your Meetings
Episode Summary
Meetings don't have to be painful. Learn three game-changing tips: have a clear agenda and purpose, keep it short and on time, and assign clear action items with owners. These simple strategies will transform your meetings from time-wasters into productive sessions that drive real results.
Key Points:
Have a clear agenda and purpose - 63% of meetings lack a set agenda. Send one 24 hours in advance and ask yourself: could this be an email instead?
Keep it short and start/end on time - Try 25 or 45-minute meetings instead of 30 or 60. Respecting time boundaries builds trust and keeps people focused.
Assign clear action items and owners - End every meeting by stating who is doing what by when. Review these at the start of your next meeting to create accountability.
Resources
Blog Posts:
Free Leadership Toolbox - includes section on Meeting Management
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Webcam to Wow: Practical Tips for Effective Virtual Meetings
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About Jacquie:
Jacquie is the founder of Leadership and Life by Kayric Inc, where she blends the best of teaching, leadership, and the occasional The West Wing reference to help non-profits and small business build strong leaders and healthy teams. Utilizing DISC and The Five Behaviours of a Cohesive team, combined with teaching knowledge and experience, Jacquie strives to empower leaders with the skills no one taught them and to create teams who want to work together.
Formerly a junior high teacher (who loves teenagers), Jacquie brings a decade of classroom wisdom, ten years corporate training experience, a growth mindset, and a sprinkle of mild rebellion to her dynamic approach.
In her free time, Jacquie channels her passion for community improvement by volunteering with school councils, serving on non-profit boards, and generally finding ways to make her corner of the world a better place. You can also find her on the side of a soccer pitch, at Remedy Café or in her scrapbook room.
