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Double Your Profit Day #13 How To Get More Done With Fewer Meetings!

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Aug 13, 2025
Cutting down on unnecessary meetings can significantly boost productivity and profit. Discover how excessive meetings drain resources and payroll costs. Learn the difference between high-priority meetings and casual ones. Find out how to replace meetings with quick updates that keep everyone focused on high-impact tasks. This fresh approach not only saves time but also emphasizes efficiency in your team!
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ADVICE

Cut Recurring Meetings In Half

  • Cut recurring meetings in half to free up productive time and reduce payroll costs.
  • Replace many meetings with quick updates or emails to keep focus on high-impact work.
ADVICE

Set Boundaries On Scheduling Meetings

  • Give teams boundaries on scheduling new meetings and discourage "just because" gatherings.
  • Encourage leaders to ask if a meeting's purpose justifies its cost before adding it to calendars.
INSIGHT

Meetings Are A High Hidden Cost

  • Meetings can be a hidden, high-cost drain because payroll continues while people are unproductive.
  • A 90-minute leadership meeting can cost thousands, so evaluate meeting ROI against that payroll expense.
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