Meeting Avoidance 101: The Art of Doing Nothing

This is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to avoid meetings. We've got tips, tricks, and strategies to help you steer clear of those pesky get-togethers.

From the art of sending a 30-minute notice, to the science of feigning a headache, we've got it all.

Learn how to say no, how to hide, and how to escape.

But don't just take our word for it, read on for more.

Lesson 1: The Art of the 30-Minute Warning

This is the first step in avoiding meetings. Send a 30-minute warning to let your colleagues and superiors know that you're busy.

Learn more about the 30-minute warning

Lesson 2: The Science of Fainting a Headache

When a meeting is unavoidable, feign a headache and pretend to be ill.

This is a foolproof method for avoiding meetings. It's a classic.

Learn more about fainting a headache

Lesson 3: The Escape Plan

Sometimes, you just have to face the facts. In that case, have an escape plan in place.

From a well-planned excuse to a clever distraction, we've got you covered.

Learn more about escape plans Continue to Advanced Meeting Avoidance