Appendix: Important Meeting Protocols

For the most critical meetings, we have these essential appendices.

Sub-Protocol 1: The Art of Procrastination

For meetings that are too long or boring, follow these steps:

• Check your phone for any important notifications
• Stare intensely at a nearby object
• Cough subtly to signal your presence

Sub-Protocol 2: The Science of Small Talk

Appendix: Important Meeting Protocols

For the most critical meetings, we have these essential appendices.

Sub-Protocol 1: The Art of Procrastination

For meetings that are too long or boring, follow these steps:

• Check your phone for any important notifications
• Stare intensely at a nearby object
• Cough subtly to signal your presence

Sub-Protocol 2: The Science of Small Talk

For meetings that require superficial engagement, try the following:

1. Find a common interest (e.g., the weather)
2. Discuss it at length
3. Ask rhetorical questions

Learn more about Sub-Protocol 1

Sub-Protocol 3: The Art of Active Listening

For meetings that require actual engagement, try the following:

• Make eye contact
• Take notes
• Ask thoughtful questions

Learn more about Sub-Protocol 3

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