Our Tips for better Meetings
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You see faces but nobody is home
Start every virtual meeting with a “micro-moment of presence.” It breaks the “silent join” habit and sets the tone for attention and connection.
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Let people know when to discuss and when to decide
If your meeting requires decision making, mark agenda items as either D (Decision) or C (Conversation). It tells people what kind of thinking you expect.
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Icebreakers That Don’t Make You Cringe
Skip “fun facts” and try contextual icebreakers that relate to your meeting. If they are relevant and quick, you’ll get connections without the awkwardness.
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Recurring meetings work better with rotating facilitators
Rotate the facilitator and other meeting roles regularly. It keeps meetings fresh, builds confidence, and turns attendees into co-owners.
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Don’t have a meeting until Proven Necessary
Start with async communication — only hold a meeting if real-time collaboration is the best (or only) way to move forward.