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Stop the Meeting Madness (Free Resource)

  • Jun 7, 2024
  • 1 min read

Updated: Jun 14, 2024

From Time-Sinks to Strategic Assets

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As an executive leader in the nonprofit or social impact space, your calendar is a precious commodity.  Yet, a staggering 25% of your team's workweek vanishes into unproductive meetings. This drains morale, hinders progress, and ultimately weakens your ability to achieve your mission.


But what if you could transform these meetings into strategic assets that drive collaboration, innovation, and results?


Time is Mission-Critical

The key lies in strategic meeting design.  Before scheduling another gathering, ask yourself:

  • Is this the best use of our collective expertise?  Can clear communication (email, text message) achieve the same outcome?

  • Does this require real-time interaction?  Complex discussions or brainstorming sessions might benefit from a focused call.

  • Is there a clear purpose and desired outcome?  Ruthlessly prioritize meetings that will propel your mission forward.


Making Meetings Matter:

Once you've determined the need for a meeting, ensure it's truly impactful by employing these tactics:

  • Craft Compelling Agendas:  Define the meeting's purpose, desired outcomes, and key discussion points. Distribute agendas well in advance to allow for pre-meeting preparation.

  • Facilitate Active Participation:  Encourage diverse perspectives and ensure everyone has a voice.

  • Maintain Laser Focus:   Adhere to the agenda and steer discussions away from tangents.

  • Actionable Outcomes: End with clear next steps and assign ownership for each action item.


Free Meeting Resource:

Ready to reclaim lost time, boost your team's engagement, and achieve greater impact?   Our free downloadable guide provides even more strategies to transform your meetings from liabilities to valuable assets.


 
 
 

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