Dr. Steven Rogelberg, an organizational psychologist and author focused on meetings, dives into why many gatherings feel unproductive and costly. He shares surprising insights on the dynamics of meetings and emphasizes the importance of one-on-one interactions for fostering connections. Listeners learn about practical strategies for enhancing meeting engagement, effective scheduling, and leadership's role in productive communication. Rogelberg's humor adds a light touch to the serious topic, making it both informative and entertaining.
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Meeting Costs
Meetings are the most expensive activity in organizations that are not evaluated.
They cost more than IT, yet lack a dedicated role like a CIO to ensure effectiveness.
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Question-Based Agendas
Frame meeting agendas as questions to be answered, not topics to discuss.
This clarifies the meeting's purpose, helps select attendees, and measures success.
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Subtle Feedback
Use subtle ways to assess meeting effectiveness; direct questions often yield inaccurate, positive responses.
People are conditioned to expect bad meetings and often hesitate to give candid feedback.
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In 'Glad We Met: The Art and Science of 1:1 Meetings,' Dr. Steven Rogelberg emphasizes the critical role of 1:1 meetings in the success of team members, managers, and organizations. The book is based on 20 years of research and evidence from managers and team members, as well as interviews with leaders from respected companies. It covers topics such as the importance of 1:1s, messaging and positioning these meetings, finding the right meeting cadence, managing productivity and relationship-building, and personalizing the 1:1 approach. Rogelberg provides practical advice, real-world examples, and actionable takeaways to make these meetings effective and fulfilling for both leaders and team members.
Radical Candor
Be a Kick-ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity
Kim Scott
Radical Candor by Kim Scott offers a practical approach to management by emphasizing the importance of caring personally and challenging directly. The book argues that effective managers must find a balance between being empathetic and providing clear, honest feedback. Scott draws from her experiences at Google and Apple to provide actionable lessons on building strong relationships, giving feedback, and creating a collaborative work environment. The book introduces the concept of 'radical candor' as the sweet spot between obnoxious aggression and ruinous empathy, and provides tools and strategies for managers to implement this approach in their daily work[1][2][5].
Explore the surprising science of meetings and how to make them suck less with Dr. Steven G. Rogelberg, a renowned organizational psychologist and author of The Surprising Science of Meetings, Glad We Met: The Art & Science of 1:1 Meetings, and more. Dr. Rogelberg discusses with Kim and Amy why meetings often feel unproductive and costly, covering common pitfalls and offering actionable strategies to enhance their effectiveness. The conversation spotlights the power of one-on-one meetings, emphasizing their unique role in fostering meaningful connections between managers and employees. Dr. Rogelberg shares insights on how to structure these meetings to maximize engagement, support, and productivity, making them a crucial tool for leadership and team success. Get all of the show notes at RadicalCandor.com/podcast. Episode Links:
Chapters: (00:00:00) Introduction Kim and Amy introduce guest Dr. Steven Rogelberg, organizational psychologist and an expert on meetings. (00:04:18) The Impact of Meetings The surprising volume of meetings globally and the underestimated economic impact. (00:07:03) Misconceptions and Optimizing Meeting Strategies Misconceptions about meetings and advice on improving their effectiveness. (00:10:36) Are Your Meeting Questions Valuable? How to ensure that the meeting agenda questions are valuable. (00:11:39) Using Radical Candor in Meetings The idea of a Radical Candor framework with signals during meetings. (00:13:32) Should Feedback Be Part of the Meeting? Whether feedback should be solicited at the end of meetings. (00:16:05) Speaking Up in Meetings Advice on encouraging team members to speak up in meetings. (00:20:03) The Importance of 1:1 Meetings Research that highlights the desire for more 1:1 meetings. (00:23:21) Relationship Building in 1:1s The importance of building genuine relationships through consistent 1:1 meetings. (00:28:42) How to Start 1:1 Meetings Tips on starting 1:1 meetings, their appropriate cadence and setting the right tone. (00:31:24) Locations and Structure for 1:1 Meetings The best locations for 1:1 meetings and structuring the agenda for them. (00:41:16) Preparing for Meetings with Your Manager How employees should prepare for meetings with their managers. (00:46:19) Conclusion
Radical Candor: Communication at Work 
