Rescue Your Project Meetings | Episode 505

Are project meetings a necessary evil or a strategic advantage? The reality is that most meetings could be more efficient and inspiring. But what if you could turn your team's dreaded gatherings into dynamic sessions that drive results? Join Cornelius Fichtner on The Project Management Podcast as he welcomes Rich Maltzman and Jim Stewart, authors of Great Meetings Build Great Teams, to uncover the secrets to transforming ordinary project meetings into extraordinary outcomes.

Discover practical strategies to:
- Boost team morale and productivity
- Enhance collaboration and innovation
- Save valuable time and resources
- Master the art of meeting facilitation
- Leverage technology to optimize your meeting experience

Whether you're a seasoned project manager or just starting out, this episode offers actionable insights to elevate your project meetings game. Learn how to create a culture of productive meetings that drives your team's success. Tune in now to unlock the full potential of your meetings!

*Timestamped Show Notes*
00:00 Introduction
04:55 The Meeting Problem: Why Are Meetings So Often Unproductive?
13:00 What is a meeting goblin?
16:45 The Meeting Solution: How We Can Transform Them into More Productive, Engaging, Valuable Experiences
26:30 Building strong teams through meetings
31:15 Conflict Resolution
46:27 The Future of Meetings: Technology and AI
55:05 Meeting Rules
1:02:00 Closing

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[keithmelvin]

This podcast should be required for all. Meetings are vital tool in management, but we often treat meetings as disposable and don't afford them the time, attention and care they need to be effective. As Jim and Rich stated, people are taught to manage projects, but people are not taught how to run a meeting...insert image of exploding head!