Meetings are like simulations, folks! They're like video games where everyone's trying to level up in productivity, but really you're just stuck in a virtual world of PowerPoint and stale coffee.
Here are some simulation tips to help you navigate this digital realm:
- Buy coffee. Lots and lots of coffee.
- Agenda: the new "quest log". Check it regularly, update it frequently.
- Use a "to-do list" as your "quest log's" "notes" section.
- Meetings are like raid boss battles. Bring a "raid team" (aka a team of highly skilled professionals) and take turns taking turns speaking.
- Don't be the one who says "can we just move this meeting to next week?" Be the one who says "we've got a meeting next week? Can we move it to this week?"
And don't forget: meetings are like video games, but without the fun. You're not getting any XP, just a lot of meetings.