Meetings are part of everyday life at work. So why is it that many of us don’t like them? Reasons range from poor planning to wasted time. It may even be sheer volume: in the US alone, at least 55 million meetings take place every day. Meetings are a significant part of every workday, and all those hours add up. Especially if those meetings aren’t run properly. Over time, inefficient meetings become more than just a productivity issue—they have a huge impact on well being at work. In 2019, Logitech gathered a panel of experts across multiple disciplines—neuroscientists, academics, Navy Seals, preachers, surgeons and business leaders—to hack the 60-minute meeting. The result: ‘Ten Simple Rules for Meaningful Meetings.” Here’s our take on what I .T . can do to facilitate more mindful meetings.
