Dec 31, 2024

Blank meeting invites waste time

Don't leave your meeting description blank - it's a pain for everyone! Respect your team's time.

  1. Start with the purpose - explain why the meeting exists and what the team needs to do.
  2. If you're using FigJam, Zoom or anything else include it upfront so no one's scrambling.
  3. Share pre-reading and start your meeting with 5–10 minutes of reading time.
  4. Is this for brainstorming, updates or decision-making? Let everyone know what to expect.
  5. If someone can't attend, let them know they can share their feedback later.

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