#17 Breaking Free from Meeting Mayhem: Transformative Tactics for Leaders

In this insightful episode of "Stepping into Your Leadership," join your host, Christine Courtney, alongside, Greg Shamie, as they delve into the bane of the corporate world: unproductive meetings. With an engaging mix of humor and hard-hitting facts, Christine and Greg unpack why so many meetings leave professionals underwhelmed and organizations hemorrhaging time and money—an astonishing $37 billion, to be exact.

This episode goes beyond identifying the problem, offering tangible solutions to transform your meetings from energy-drainers to platforms of innovation. Discover the art of crafting meetings with purpose, vitality, and respect for the clock. Learn how to set the stage for punctuality, encourage equal participation, and keep discussions riveting and relevant.

Whether you're leading a team virtually or in person, holding a brainstorming session or a check-in, this episode delivers actionable strategies tailored for every meeting scenario. Christine's tips regarding the optimal time professionals should devote to meetings, depending on their role, alongside Greg's advice on leveraging shorter meetings to boost creativity, provides listeners with clear guidelines to elevate their meeting effectiveness.

Expect to walk away with a toolkit that includes effective agenda setting, fostering psychological safety, and the power of the big post-it paper technique for visualizing and tackling team obstacles. Don't miss out on Christine's personal anecdotes and Greg's expert insights that are sure to resonate with leaders and meeting-goers alike.

Tune in to become the maestro of meetings that not only drive progress, but also inspire and engage your team. And remember, this is just the beginning; stay tuned for the next episode, where Christine and Greg will return with quick tips to further enhance your meeting impact!

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