{"id":29641,"date":"2024-02-01T14:51:49","date_gmt":"2024-02-01T14:51:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/work.life\/?p=29641"},"modified":"2025-03-11T10:58:46","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T10:58:46","slug":"a-guide-to-acing-your-team-meetings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/a-guide-to-acing-your-team-meetings\/","title":{"rendered":"A guide to acing your team meetings"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Quick Links<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/a-guide-to-acing-your-team-meetings\/#Before_the_meeting\" >Before the meeting\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/a-guide-to-acing-your-team-meetings\/#During_the_meeting\" >During the meeting\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/a-guide-to-acing-your-team-meetings\/#After_the_meeting\" >After the meeting\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/a-guide-to-acing-your-team-meetings\/#All_you_need_for_a_productive_meeting\" >All you need for a productive meeting\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ever been stuck in those meetings that should&#8217;ve been an email? Or worse, the ones that drag on forever, leaving you wondering if anything\u2019s been achieved? Yeah, we&#8217;ve all been there!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ineffective business meetings are a major time drain. In fact, more than half of us Brits say spending too much time in meetings stops them from getting their work done<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">But that doesn\u2019t mean we should ditch meetings altogether. They\u2019re crucial for keeping teams aligned, sharing updates and throwing around new ideas. The real problem isn\u2019t meetings, it\u2019s the badly organised ones.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">So, what can we do about it?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In this guide, we\u2019ll cover what to do before, during and after your team meetings to make sure they\u2019re productive and <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">really <\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">pack a punch.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Before_the_meeting\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Before the meeting<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Define objectives<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Be clear on the meeting&#8217;s purpose. Why are you bringing everyone together? What are you hoping to get out of it? Make sure everyone&#8217;s on the same page.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Create an agenda<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Whip up an organised agenda with specific topics, time allocations and presenters for each item. Share the agenda with participants beforehand so they can come armed and ready.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Get your materials together<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Prepare any documents or presentations needed for the meeting and share them with participants in advance. This way, everyone&#8217;s up to speed and ready to contribute.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Choose a meeting room<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Find a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/meeting-rooms\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">meeting room<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> that suits your needs. Look for a comfortable and adaptable space in an inspiring, accessible location. Make sure meeting rooms have the equipment you need, like Wifi, a whiteboard and pens, and video conferencing tools.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Invite the right people<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Only invite individuals who absolutely need to be there. Less is more, and keeping the attendee list focused will help keep things moving more efficiently.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Decide on a chairperson<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Pick someone to lead the meeting and make sure it stays on track. Also, assign a designated note taker to send out the minutes after the meeting.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Set expectations<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Communicate expectations for participation, punctuality and conduct during the meeting. Make sure everyone knows their role and what&#8217;s expected of them.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"During_the_meeting\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">During the meeting<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Start on time<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Kick off the meeting promptly (even if some attendees are late) to respect people\u2019s time and set a positive tone from the get-go.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Review the agenda<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: At the beginning of the meeting, quickly run through the agenda and objectives to ensure everyone is singing from the same hymn sheet.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Encourage participation<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Create an environment where all participants feel comfortable sharing their ideas and perspectives. We&#8217;re all about active participation and keeping the conversation respectful and lively.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Stay focused<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Keep the discussion focused on what\u2019s on the agenda &#8211; no rabbit holes, please! Also, remove distractions by keeping laptops closed unless you\u2019re presenting. Make sure Slack, Outlook and other distractions are closed for virtual meetings.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Manage time effectively<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Keep an eye on the clock and make sure you\u2019re sticking to the schedule. If you run out of time, you can always circle back to less urgent topics another time.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Take notes<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Ensure the designated note taker is there to document key points, decisions and action items to share after the meeting.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Conclude the meeting<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: End the meeting with a recap of what has been agreed and a \/10 score with improvement feedback if relevant.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"After_the_meeting\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">After the meeting<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Send a meeting summary<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Along with the meeting minutes, send a meeting recap to all attendees, highlighting key takeaways, decisions and actions. Make sure everyone&#8217;s crystal clear on who&#8217;s doing what and when it&#8217;s due.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Follow up on action items<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Keep an eye on those action items and make sure they\u2019re getting checked off the list. Follow up with the people responsible to keep things rolling smoothly.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ask for feedback<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Foster a culture where everyone takes responsibility for improving meetings. Encourage participants to provide feedback on the meeting process, structure and outcomes positively and constructively. You can then use this feedback to improve future meetings.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Evaluate meeting effectiveness<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Reflect on the meeting&#8217;s effectiveness in achieving its objectives. Did you hit the mark with your meeting goals? Any areas where you can tweak things for next time? Keep evolving and improving your meeting magic!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"All_you_need_for_a_productive_meeting\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">All you need for a productive meeting<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you\u2019re on the lookout for a meeting room in Central London, Reading or Manchester, we\u2019ve got just what you need! Our meeting rooms accommodate 2-20 people with a range of seating configurations to suit your vibe, whether it&#8217;s a team catch-up or a sit-down with clients.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">And that\u2019s not all. Our spaces are available to rent by the hour, and trust us, they&#8217;re like little hubs of inspiration and collaboration. 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