Why Your Meetings Suck (And How to Fix Them): Insights from Dr. Steven Rogelberg 6 | 37

Make your meetings count.Explore the surprising science of meetings and how to make them suck less with Dr. Steven G. Rogelberg, a renowned organizational psychologist and author of The Surprising Science of Meetings, Glad We Met: The Art & Science of 1:1 Meetings, and more. Dr. Rogelberg discusses with Kim and Amy why meetings often feel unproductive and costly, covering common pitfalls and offering actionable strategies to enhance their effectiveness. The conversation spotlights the power of one-on-one meetings, emphasizing their unique role in fostering meaningful connections between managers and employees. Dr. Rogelberg shares insights on how to structure these meetings to maximize engagement, support, and productivity, making them a crucial tool for leadership and team success.Get all of the show notes at RadicalCandor.com/podcast.Episode Links:Steven Rogelberg7 Ways To Improve One-on-One Meetings | Radical CandorEffective 1:1s - Tips For One-on-One Meetings With Your Team | Radical Candor3 Tips For How To Run Effective Staff Meetings | Radical CandorGlad we Met: The Art and Science of 1:1 Meetings — Steven Rogelberg, Ph.D.The Surprising Science of Meetings — Steven Rogelberg, Ph.D.Connect:WebsiteInstagramTikTokLinkedInFacebookXYouTubeChapters:(00:00:00) IntroductionKim and Amy introduce guest Dr. Steven Rogelberg, organizational psychologist and an expert on meetings.(00:04:18) The Impact of MeetingsThe surprising volume of meetings globally and the underestimated economic impact.(00:07:03) Misconceptions and Optimizing Meeting StrategiesMisconceptions about meetings and advice on improving their effectiveness.(00:10:36) Are Your Meeting Questions Valuable?How to ensure that the meeting agenda questions are valuable.(00:11:39) Using Radical Candor in MeetingsThe idea of a Radical Candor framework with signals during meetings.(00:13:32) Should Feedback Be Part of the Meeting?Whether feedback should be solicited at the end of meetings.(00:16:05) Speaking Up in MeetingsAdvice on encouraging team members to speak up in meetings.(00:20:03) The...