Brian Tracy
Meetings That Get Results (The Brian Tracy Success Library)
Brian Tracy

Meetings That Get Results (The Brian Tracy Success Library)

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Meetings don't have to be a waste of time. When managed right, they are a powerful tool for solving problems, making decisions, exchanging ideas-and getting results fast. Based on years of experience consulting for companies around the world, Brian Tracy has learned firsthand what works in meetings-and what doesn't. Now, in this pocket-sized guide, he reveals simple, proven ideas you can use to make meetings shorter, more effective, and more satisfying to everyone in attendance. Readers will find out how to: Structure different types of meetings: one-on-one or group, informational or problem-solving, internal or external * Clearly define the purpose and the desired outcome * Establish priorities * Set an achievable agenda * Prepare and participate * Encourage open communication * Keep discussions on track * Avoid groupthink * Press for closure * Summarize discussion points and decisions * Gain agreement on action steps, assign responsibility, and set deadlines * Determine the…
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87 printed pages
Original publication
2016
Publication year
2016
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  • Alexander Sokolovhas quoted5 years ago
    My favorite expression is that “meetings are management in action.” They are a major opportunity for you to display managerial competence (or lack thereof) as well as to develop your communication skills, to influence and persuade others, and to advance the goals of the organization.
  • Alexander Sokolovhas quoted5 years ago
    However, meetings are like advertising. It is estimated that 50 percent of the dollars spent on advertising are wasted, but nobody knows which 50 percent it is. It is also estimated that half of the time spent in meetings is wasted, but nobody knows how to eliminate the unnecessary half.
  • Alexander Sokolovhas quoted5 years ago
    Successful executives are those who know how to run meetings well and perform effectively in a meeting environment. Peter Drucker said that “meetings are the primary tool of management.” Since a major part of your career will be spent in meetings, it is essential for your success that you learn how to get the very most out of meetings and how to ensure that the meetings in which you participate achieve the results desired

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