Meeting Slaying Tips - A Guide for the Truly Desperate

Tip 1: Bring an Exit Strategy

Know the nearest fire exit, the location of all emergency exits, and have a well-rehearsed excuse for why you're leaving.

Learn more about exit strategies

Tip 2: Master the Art of Pretend-Looking

Practice your "I'm engaged" face in a mirror, and remember, it's all about the eyes.

Pretend-lookin' techniques

Tip 3: Deploy the Power of Small Talk

Learn to talk about the weather, sports, or the meaning of life in 3 seconds or less.

Small talk mastery

Tip 4: Be a Meeting Whisperer

Know when to swoop in, when to swoop out, and when to just plain ignore.

Meeting whisperer techniques

And finally... Tip 5: Have a Good Lawyer on Speed Dial