By now, you're probably wondering: "How can I get out of this meeting?" or "How do I predict the exact moment when everyone else will realize I'm a meeting prophet?"
This page will cover the art of meeting escape techniques, but first, let us first establish a few ground rules:
Ground Rule 1: Never, ever, ever, EVER admit you're bored or tired.
Ground Rule 2: If someone says 'synergy,' immediately leave the room.
Ground Rule 3: Always carry a meeting agenda with you.
Blame it on the copier: "Sorry, I was just printing out this meeting agenda, but the copier's on its last legs, and I really need to get it to the IT department ASAP."
Read MoreWhen the meeting room's on fire, it's time to go!
Just say, "Excuse me, but I need to check on some important smoke detector settings in another room."
Related: The Classic DisguiseWhen in doubt, just claim a sudden case of 'Meeting-Induced Sudden Onset Sickness.'
It's a real condition, Google it.
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