Chapter 4: The Science of Deflection

Go back to Chapter 3: The Myth of Productivity

Deflection, the art of turning meetings into a never-ending cycle of frustration and confusion, is a delicate dance.

By cleverly manipulating the conversation, a skilled meeting sorcerer can shift the focus away from actual work and onto the most mundane and time-consuming topics.

Example: "Let's just quickly discuss this one more time, I'm sure it'll clarify everything... and then we can move on to the next meeting, where we'll rehash the same points, but with more enthusiasm!"

Learn more about Chapter 5: The Seven Deadly Platitudes

Or visit the Meeting Sorcery Tips for more advanced techniques.