Running Productive and Engaging Team Meetings
Audio • 13 minutes
Learning Objectives
- Examine the role you play as a leader in making meetings productive and engaging.
- Recognise the importance of an effective meeting agenda and the elements you need to include.
- Explore ways you can increase participation and make your meetings more inclusive.
Lesson Description
Meetings are one of the most powerful tools you have when it comes to problem-solving, achieving team alignment and making decisions. However, if they’re not organised strategically, they can also be a costly drain on your team’s time, energy and morale. Thankfully, there are simple steps you can take as a leader to make sure your meetings are both productive and engaging. In this audio lesson, we’ll explore what goes into an effective meeting, including scheduling, creating a helpful agenda and keeping the discussion on-topic. We’ll finish by looking at ways you can nurture an inclusive and encouraging environment where everyone feels able to fully participate.
