Here are some simple tips to make sure you are getting the most out of the time spent in shared space with your coworkers. Articulate why you are having the meeting . Put the purpose of the meeting in the meeting notice advisory that is sent to meeting participants, along with what you hope to accomplish and what people may need to bring. Microsoft Outlook, as well as other scheduling programs, has a field in its meeting notices to do this. This exercise will help you determine if a meeting is actually required and lets your team know what to expect at the meeting.
Re-emphasize the agenda and purpose at the meeting.
We start every marketing meeting at campsix with the organizer stating the purpose of the meeting, telling us what we need to accomplish, and reviewing the agenda. Be on time . If you accept an invitation to a meeting and can't make it on time, notify the organizer in advance. Start on time . Start your meeting when it's supposed to start don't wait for latecomers.