Meetings That Get Results

Meetings don't have to be a waste of time. When managed right, they are a powerful tool for solving problems, making decisions, exchanging ideas - and getting results fast. Based on years of experience consulting for companies around the world, Brian Tracy has learned firsthand what works in meeting [...]
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Meetings don't have to be a waste of time. When managed right, they are a powerful tool for solving problems, making decisions, exchanging ideas - and getting results fast. Based on years of experience consulting for companies around the world, Brian Tracy has learned firsthand what works in meetings - and what doesn't. Now, in this pocket-sized guide, he reveals simple, proven ideas you can use to make meetings shorter, more effective, and more satisfying to everyone in attendance. Readers will find out how to: Structure different types of meetings: one-on-one or group, informational or problem-solving, internal or external; Clearly define the purpose and the desired outcome; Establish priorities; Set an achievable agenda; Prepare and participate; Encourage open communication; Keep discussions on track; Avoid groupthink; Press for closure; Summarize discussion points and decisions; Gain agreement on action steps, assign responsibility, and set deadlines; Determine the ideal room layout; Make effective presentations; Maximize the return on time invested; and more. Meetings are management in action-superiors and subordinates alike will assess your performance.Meetings That Get Results will help you shine. Meetings don't have to be a waste of time. When man aged right, they are a powerful tool for solving problems, making decisions, exchanging ideas-and getting results fast. Based on years of experience consulting for companies around the world, Brian Tracy has learned firsthand what works in meet ings-and what doesn't.