Why Meetings Suck and How to Fix Them
ReThinking
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The Abilene Paradox and the Need for Better Meeting Norms
The Abilene Paradox, a famous illustration, depicts a family's miserable trip to Abilene, Texas, for dinner, despite none of them actually wanting to go. Similarly, people often attend meetings just because they think others are enthusiastic. However, meetings can be improved by openly discussing their necessity and setting specific goals for decision-making, learning, bonding, or task completion. Many discussions can be handled through alternative means like emails. Additionally, it's important to reconsider the duration of meetings to avoid repetition and groupthink.
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