Warning: The following techniques are highly effective and may cause permanent damage to your social life.
Technique 1: The Classic "I'm on a Deadline" Excuse
Claim you have a pressing deadline for a project that doesn't exist, and watch as your colleagues' eyes glaze over with boredom.
Read more about Technique 1Technique 2: The "Emergency" Coffee Break
Spend 20 minutes sipping coffee in the break room, and when asked to return to the meeting, claim you're "just grabbing a refill."
Read more about Technique 2Technique 3: The "I'm on a Conference Call" Lie
Claim you're on a conference call, and watch as your colleagues' expressions turn from annoyed to confused.
Read more about Technique 3Technique 4: The "I'm Not Here" Non-Response
Simply stare at the person asking you to attend the meeting, and refuse to respond. Works like a charm.
Read more about Technique 4