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BE 285: Why Time Matters in American Business Culture
Jul 23, 2024
This podcast explores the importance of time management in American business culture, discussing efficient meetings, creative ways to 'buy time', and using dual screens for enhanced productivity. The hosts highlight the significance of punctuality and saving time, providing practical tips and insights for navigating time efficiency in the workplace.
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- 'Killing time' in American business involves filling time while waiting, like getting coffee before a meeting.
- 'Buying time' means delaying actions until conditions are optimal, such as diverting attention by discussing future goals.
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Killing Time in Meetings
In American business culture, the concept of 'killing time' during meetings or work scenarios is discussed. This term refers to pausing or filling time while waiting for something else. For example, deciding to get a coffee before a meeting starts in an hour illustrates the idea of killing time effectively.
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