MEETINGS: THE ESSENTIAL USER GUIDE

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What to Do | Meet the Team | Meeting Minutes

Step 1: Prepare

  1. Don't eat a whole pizza by yourself before the meeting.
  2. Wear a suit, but not a too-tight one, you're here to make friends.
  3. Bring your A-game, but not your A-Game, that's just not a thing.

Step 2: Attend

  1. Arrive on time. No, seriously, show up at least 5 minutes early.
  2. Be prepared to talk, but only if you have something interesting to say.
  3. No talking about your cat's medical issues, that's not a meeting topic.

Step 3: Contribute

  1. Bring ideas, but not too many. We're not here to out-brainstorm you.
  2. Be kind, and try not to get too caught up in the meeting vortex.
  3. If you get lost in the meeting, just ask someone to pass the agenda.

Step 4: Follow-Up

  1. Send a follow-up email, but make sure it's not too follow-up-y.
  2. Don't forget to follow through on your promises, or you'll have to meet with the meeting police.
  3. Be a team player, but don't play too many team sports, you might get hurt.