Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques

124. Making Meetings Meaningful Pt. 1: How to Structure and Organize More Effective Gatherings

Jan 16, 2024

Emmy Award winner Karin Reed and Joe Allen, known as "The Meeting Doctor," join Matt Abrahams to discuss reshaping approach to meetings. They highlight the constraints hindering effective meetings and strategies for optimizing them. Karin shares valuable tips for enhancing on-air presence, while Joe tackles challenges of managing disruptive behaviors in virtual meetings.

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Karin Reed

Joe Allen

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Quick takeaways

Improving meeting structure and organization can lead to more meaningful and enjoyable meetings.

Active engagement and equitable participation are crucial for successful virtual and hybrid meetings.

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Importance of Well-Run Meetings

Many people dislike meetings because they are often poorly run and lack efficiency or effectiveness. This leads to a cycle of complaining about meetings, further perpetuating the belief that they are unproductive. However, by improving the way meetings are conducted and breaking free from unoptimized habits, meetings can become more meaningful and enjoyable.

Challenges in Running Effective Meetings

01:30

Humanity in Meetings and Effective Communication

01:18

Effective Eye Contact for Virtual Communication

01:13

Introduction

3min

Identifying the Barriers to Effective Meetings and Strategies for Participation Equity

4min

Ordering Group Tasks and Best Practices for Virtual and Hybrid Meetings

2min

Maximizing Participation and Engagement in Virtual Meetings

7min

Creating an Effective and Psychologically Safe Environment for Meetings

9min

Delve into why people hate meetings, explore what hinders their effectiveness, and how to change that. Karin Reed (Emmy Award winner) and Joe Allen (“The Meeting Doctor”) join Matt Abrahams in the first of a two-part series that aims to reshape your approach to meetings and help you make them effective and meaningful, whether in person, virtual or hybrid.

They shed light on the constraints hindering effective meetings, and explore strategies for optimizing meetings, emphasizing the importance of right-sizing meetings and focusing on realistic agendas. Karin provides valuable tips for enhancing on-air presence, focusing on aspects like eye contact, lighting, and framing, while Joe tackles the challenges of managing disruptive behaviors in virtual meetings. Don't miss this insightful exploration into the world of how to make meetings better.

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