How did we end up talking about what star sign we are?

You know,?it's crazy to think that despite our best intentions, a staggering 75% of leaders haven't received formal training on how to conduct a meeting, or they are correctly planned.?No wonder things can sometimes go off the rails, right?

And get this: research shows that 9 out of 10 people daydream during meetings. Can you believe that? It's like we're all stuck in our?own?little worlds, zoning out while the meeting drones on.

But here's the twist: half of us find meetings?to be downright?unproductive. I mean, that's a?pretty?big chunk of our precious time wasted on meetings that don't move the needle, don't you think?

And let's not forget that 25% of meeting time is spent discussing?completely?irrelevant stuff.?Like,?seriously, how did we end up talking about what star sign we all are or Aunt Sally's cat when we're supposed to be discussing our Q3 strategy?

But hey, it's not all doom and gloom. When meetings are done right, they can be game-changers. Studies show that regular, well-run meetings can boost team productivity by a whopping 50%. That?to me?is team engagement. Now, that's a stat worth paying attention to!

So, with a little?bit of effort and a whole?lot of focus, we can turn those snooze-fests into power sessions that drive?results?keep us all on track towards our goals and make our meetings count.

Absolutely!?Many businesses struggle to keep up with regular meetings because, well,?they're just too darn busy, aren't they??They start?off?with all these grand plans for daily check-ins, weekly pow-wows, and monthly strategy sessions, but then life happens, and before you know it, the whole meeting rhythm falls apart like a house of cards.

So, how do we shift gears here? Here are a few ideas: Thinking of Rockefeller's habits

First?off, let's make sure?everyone knows how important these meetings are.?Like, really important. We're talking about the glue that holds our team together, the secret sauce that keeps us moving forward.?So, set the expectation right from the get-go that these meetings are not optional—they're?essential for our collective success.

Next, consistency is?key. We need to lock in those meeting times like they're sacred rituals. Daily stand-ups, weekly brainstorm sessions, monthly strategy deep dives—whatever floats your boat,?just?stick to it. Consistency, reliability and actions breeds success.

But here's the kicker: we need to?make sure these meetings actually?matter.?Like, they're not just another item on our to-do list—they're valuable opportunities for us to connect, collaborate, and kick butt together. So, let's keep 'em engaging, interactive, and relevant to everyone in the room. Use a project management tool.?

Now, accountability is a big one. If someone's constantly ghosting our meetings, we need to call 'em out on it (in the?nicest?way possible, of course). Because every empty seat at the table is a missed opportunity for us to learn, grow, and crush our goals.

Flexibility is also?key. We get it—life happens. So, if someone can't?make it to?a meeting, let's find a workaround. Virtual meetings, whatever works best for everyone. The important thing is that we stay connected, no matter what.

And hey, as leaders, we need to walk the walk.?If?we're not showing up and giving it our all, why should anyone else??So, let's lead by example, roll up our sleeves, and dive headfirst into those meetings with?gusto.

Finally, let's never stop improving. We're all in this together, right??So, let's keep the lines of communication open, solicit feedback, and make tweaks as needed to keep our meetings fresh, relevant, and, above all,?effective.

So, there you have it—our recipe for meeting success.?With a?little?bit of consistency, a dash of accountability, and a?whole?lot of passion, we can keep our meeting rhythm rockin' and rollin', no matter what life throws our way.?Let's do this!

If you get a?chance?read about Rockefeller Habits - "Scaling Up: How a Few Companies Make It...and Why the Rest Don't" by Verne Harnish is a popular book that outlines the Rockefeller Habits and how they can be applied to business management.