Modern Mentor Make meetings matter: Intentional gatherings for impact
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Oct 21, 2025 Meetings often feel disconnected, but intentional gatherings can spark real connection. Discover how to clarify meeting goals and engage participants from the start. Learn the power of generous exclusion to protect everyone's time and energy. Setting temporary rules can shape a productive atmosphere, while ending with reflection ensures conversations lead to meaningful actions. Small shifts in your gathering approach can create a big impact, making every meeting matter.
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Feeling Like The Odd Guest
- Rachel Cooke recalls childhood birthday parties where she felt like the odd person out among friends who all knew each other.
- She uses this memory to show how unclear purpose in gatherings leaves some people sidelined and disconnected.
Purpose Makes Gatherings Matter
- Rachel argues many workplace gatherings lack clarity of purpose, so people leave feeling like something was off.
- Intentional, small shifts can turn forgettable meetings into gatherings that actually matter.
Define The Meeting's Exact Outcome
- Get explicit about what you want to achieve before inviting people to a meeting.
- Tailor attendees, data, and prework to the specific outcome you intend to reach.
