7 Steps to (Much) More Effective Meetings

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Successful projects and teams require meetings to accomplish important goals and objectives. Busy leaders, however, are typically anti-meeting because of the interruption they appear to be in the process of getting actual work done.

Much of this frustration, I have discovered, is in the lack of proper preparation prior to the meeting.  When done well, time spent in meetings can make projects better and strengthen the work of the organization.

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Here are 7 ways to prepare for more effective meetings

Ask the big question

Personally, most meetings feel as if they are an interruption, even though I realize their importance. If the issue can be handled without meeting, most people will not dispute that decision.  Unnecessary meetings cause frustration and slow progress.  Gain agreement that a meeting is necessary, and each person will more likely come prepared and focused.

The big question to ask before scheduling a meeting is, “Do we…

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