Creating Effective, Engaging, and Enjoyable Meetings - with Mamie Kanfer Stewart

Ep. 183 - We all know that bad meetings can be a waste of time, reduce energy, and hinder team and business growth. But, how in the world can we change that? Well, my friends, let me introduce you to a true meeting expert, Mamie Kanfer Stewart. Mamie has spent the last 10 years helping companies streamline meetings and joined me for this week's episode of the Manager Track podcast to share her insights. If you're tired of unproductive and energy-draining meetings, or if you're leading meetings with unengaged participants, then this episode is a must-listen! Watch us on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/cEgYMEsLR2M — RESOURCES MENTIONED — Mamie's website: https://www.mamieks.com/ Mamie's book: Momentum: Creating Effective, Engaging, and Enjoyable Meetings Mamie's podcast: The Modern Manager podcast Connect with Mamie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mamiekanferstewart/ Learn how to turn your 1-on-1 meetings from time wasters, awkward moments, status updates, or non-existent into your most important and valuable meeting with your directs all week. Access the course and resources here: ramonashaw.com/11 Have a question or topic you'd like Ramona to address on a future episode? Fill out this form to submit it for her review: https://ramonashaw.com/ama — OTHER EPISODES YOU MIGHT LIKE — Episode 108: 3 Mistakes Managers Make During 1-on-1 Meetings Episode 132: How to Increase Employee Engagement & Team Alignment - With Steve Curtin Episode 167: Calendar White Space — WHAT’S NEXT? — Grab your copy of Ramona's best-selling book 'The Confident & Competent New Manager: How to Rapidly Rise to Success in Your First Leadership Role': amzn.to/3TuOdcP If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me @ramona.shaw.leadership or DM me on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/ramona-shaw Are you in your first manager role and don't want to mess it up? Watch our FREE Masterclass and discover the 4 shifts to become a leader people love to work for: ramonashaw.com/masterclass Don't forget to invest time each week to increase your self-awareness, celebrate your wins, and learn from your mistakes. Your career grows only to the extent that you grow. Grab your Career Journal with leadership exercises and weekly reflections here: ramonashaw.com/shop Love the podcast and haven’t left a review yet? All you have to do is go to ramonashaw.com/itunes and give your honest review. Thanks for your support of this show! * Disclaimer: Shownotes may contain affiliate links. That means that I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through them, at no added cost to you. — CHAPTERS — 00:03:01 The #1 reason meetings fail 00:04:15 Effective meetings drive progress and engagement 00:04:42 What is a Desired Outcome, and why is it so important? 00:07:07 Types of meetings and creating a meeting portfolio 00:11:50 How to decline the meeting 00:12:26 How to determine if a meeting is necessary 00:14:13 The Meeting Cycle 00:20:08 AI Tools to use to enhance meetings 00:24:57 Meetings and the organization's culture 00:28:37 A closer look at how you plan and design meetings as a leader 00:34:14 Alternative methods to use besides just sharing information in meetings 00:35:26 Best practices for closing meetings* Disclaimer: Shownotes may contain affiliate links. That means that I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through them, at no added cost to you.