Meetings have become a defining feature of contemporary work culture, often consuming large portions of the workday. While collaboration is essential, the sheer volume of scheduled discussions can fragment focus, reduce productivity, and leave employees feeling like they are constantly switching contexts.. As organisations search for ways to reclaim time and improve efficiency, one strategy continues to gain traction: deliberately reducing the number of meetings by restructur

The pressure to stay constantly connected and available has never been greater. Many professionals find themselves swept into a relentless stream of meetings—status updates, check‑ins, brainstorming sessions, alignment calls, and discussions that could have easily been handled through a concise message. While meetings can be useful, their sheer volume frequently disrupts workflow, fragments attention, and prevents meaningful progress. As a result, productivity declines and th

Every so often, you come across an article that doesn’t just talk about better meetings — it actually sharpens your thinking. Colleen Dunn’s piece, “8 Tips for Running More Effective Meetings,” published on AgileSherpas.com, is one of those rare contributions that cuts through the noise and offers genuinely actionable guidance. It’s written with the clarity and discipline you’d expect from an experienced Agile coach, but what makes it stand out is how directly it tackles the