Making Meetings Meaningful, Pt.1: How to Structure and Organize More Effective Gatherings

Delve into why people hate meetings, explore what hinders their effectiveness, and how to change that.
Karin Reed (Emmy Award winner) and Joe Allen (“The Meeting Doctor”) join Matt Abrahams in the first of a two-part series that aims to reshape your approach to meetings and help you make them effective and
meaningful, whether in person, virtual or hybrid.

They shed light on the constraints hindering effective meetings, and explore strategies for optimizing
meetings, emphasizing the importance of right-sizing meetings and focusing on realistic agendas. Karin
provides valuable tips for enhancing on-air presence, focusing on aspects like eye contact, lighting, and
framing, while Joe tackles the challenges of managing disruptive behaviors in virtual meetings. Don’t miss
this insightful exploration into the world of how to make meetings better.

Link to listen: 124. Making Meetings Meaningful, Pt. 1: How to Structure and Organize More Effective
Gatherings – Think Fast, Talk Smart: Communication Techniques | Podcast on Spotify

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