Eat Your Crust Meeting Culture at Work
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Jul 2, 2025 The discussion dives into the quirks of workplace meetings, from the chaotic blend of humor to serious updates. Personal anecdotes reveal the emotional toll of endless meetings and the struggle to balance casual chit-chat with structured agendas. Virtual meeting dynamics are explored, highlighting the challenges of engagement and the all-too-frequent camera-off syndrome. Reflecting on roles within meetings, they touch on how each person's style impacts team interactions and overall morale. A lighthearted yet insightful look at the meeting culture we all navigate.
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Diverse Meeting Loads Vary by Role
- Jimmy has about 20 meetings a week and often initiates calls for chit-chat with colleagues.
- Crystal and Jeesoo have fewer meetings, reflecting their different roles and work styles.
Meeting Role Shapes Experience
- Meeting experiences vary depending on your role, such as leading versus simply attending.
- Preparation and follow-up work can add significant mental burden, especially for meeting leaders.
Timebox Meeting Chit-Chat
- Start meetings with a brief chit-chat period but keep it strictly timed (e.g., 5 minutes).
- Quickly transition to focused work to avoid inefficient, drawn-out meetings.