Running Virtual Meetings (HBR 20-Minute Manager Series)

Am I clear in my own mind about my concerns and priorities—and those of the work?

you’re framing the goal, ask yourself:

• What do I want the outcome of this meeting to be?

• Why and how do other people need to be involved?

• Which people or points of view do I particularly want to hear from?

Are you ready to meet?

Awkward silences, cacophonous interruptions, multitasking and disengaged participants, and all manner of technical glitches can cost you precious minutes.