Meeting Hacks 101: The Art of Sudden Disappearance
Technique 4: The Vanishing Act
Step 4: Abruptly exit the meeting without warning, leaving a trail of confusion and unfulfilled expectations. This technique is particularly useful when:
- Your ideas are terrible and you don't want to waste more time discussing them.
- The meeting is going nowhere and you need to escape.
- You've already decided to go get a snack and don't want to be bothered.
Example:
- Start typing furiously on your computer, making it seem like you're working on a vital task.
- Quickly glance at your watch, then at the clock.
- Stand up, say "I'll just be right back" and hastily exit the room.
Remember, the key to mastering the Vanishing Act is to exude confidence, while simultaneously betraying a sense of urgency.
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