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How to Make Meetings Less Terrible (Ep. 389 Rebroadcast)

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Rethinking Meetings: Efficiency vs. Frustration

This chapter explores the inefficiencies of meetings in professional settings, highlighting cultural conflicts and the disconnect between meeting leaders and participants. It discusses the need for purposeful agendas and better time management, comparing the dynamics of human meetings to the behavior of African wild dogs. Through anecdotes and expert insights, the chapter emphasizes strategies to make meetings more productive and engaging.

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