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Why Meetings Suck and How to Fix Them | WorkLife with Adam Grant
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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Quick takeaways
- To improve meetings, it is essential to be intentional and reconsider when a meeting is truly necessary, eliminating unnecessary ones and handling non-input tasks through email.
- Meeting length should be determined by the actual time needed, shortening meeting durations and inviting only relevant individuals to prevent bloated attendance.
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Meetings as a Source of Misery
Meetings are often unproductive, awkward, and exhausting. A survey revealed that more than two-thirds of people feel they don't have enough time to focus due to inefficient meetings. The pandemic has only worsened meeting overload. However, it is possible to make meetings better and eliminate unnecessary ones.
