The Meeting Equation
Published on Nov 18, 2015
Simple formula for solving the time-honored question all business pros ask themselves: to meet or not to meet?
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The Meeting Equation
Simple Formula for Answering the Age-old Question: To Meet or Not to Meet?
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Meetings.
We LOVE to HATE
the most common way we get together to get work done.
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Inspire greatness.
Brief, succinct + organized meetings can
Inspire misery.
Mind-numbing, rambling, pointless meetings can
So when is it right to meet?
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We've created a meeting equation just for you.
No?
Schedule alone time to flesh out the details.
Yes?
Congratulations! You're ready to move on to the next question.
No?
Don't schedule a meeting UNLESS you need to get buy-in.
Yes?
Excellent! Next question, please!
No?
Use a project tool like Central Desktop or simply send an email.
Yes?
Now we're really rolling. On to the next question ...
No?
Schedule a video or web conference.
Yes?
Time to book that conference room.
No?
Opt for a 15-minute standing meeting or quick desk-side drop-by.
Yes?
Rev up that agenda to include in the meeting invite.
No?
Invite only the people that can help you get your project moving.
Yes?
With great power comes great responsibility. Use their time wisely.
No?
For brainstorming sessions, opt for creativity inspiring tricks, like these:
Yes?
Think outside the Death-by-PPT box: Haiku Deck, infographs & interactive visuals.
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