The Agile Daily Standup - AgileDad The One Question That Changes Your Entire Meeting For The Better
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Jun 18, 2025 Discover the magic of transforming dull meetings into dynamic collaborations with a pivotal question that sparks engagement. Learn how involving everyone in discussions not only enriches conversations but also enhances team culture. Explore the importance of setting clear working agreements to boost productivity and create a supportive atmosphere. Say goodbye to time-wasting practices and hello to meaningful dialogue!
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Awkward Radio Station Meeting
- A guy running his first radio station team meeting experienced silence and disengagement despite a well-prepared agenda.
- His story reveals that the problem was being the only person with an agenda and not involving the team.
Use One Simple Question
- Ask the team "What's one thing we do in these meetings that wastes everyone's time?" to shift engagement.
- This question transforms meetings from one-way broadcasts to co-designed, meaningful conversations.
Boredom Stems from Passivity
- People feel bored in meetings when treated like passive audiences rather than active participants.
- Engagement grows when meetings focus on real issues important to attendees, not just agendas imposed by one person.