

Why Meetings Suck and How to Fix Them | WorkLife with Adam Grant
85 snips Oct 11, 2023
Rebecca Hines, Head of the Work Innovation Lab at Asana, tackles the issue of meeting overload that plagues many workplaces. She shares insights into the science behind improving meetings and combating inefficiencies. The discussion highlights the importance of intentionality—framing meetings around key questions and rotating leadership to boost engagement. The ‘Meeting Doomsday’ initiative from Asana showcases radical strategies to cut down on unnecessary meetings, ultimately fostering a more productive work culture. Tune in to discover actionable solutions to make meetings more effective!
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Meeting Miseries
- Dave Barry humorously points out the misery meetings cause.
- Listeners shared horror stories of pointless and overlong meetings.
Meetings Disrupt Productivity
- Inefficient meetings are the top disruptor of productivity.
- The pandemic worsened meeting overload, making many feel trapped.
Meeting Necessity
- Determine if a meeting is truly necessary for interaction and engagement.
- If not, consider alternative communication methods.