Meetings: The Art of Not Listening to Experts

Meetings are a sacred institution, where the art of not listening to experts is revered. It's a delicate dance of nodding, pretending, and subtly correcting the expert's pronunciation of your name.

Step the fourth in this revered tradition is to Avoid the Experts. This involves a series of subtle yet devastatingly effective tactics:

• When the expert says something you disagree with, pretend you've already agreed with it.
• Use the power of the pause. When the expert is speaking, pause for an uncomfortable amount of time before responding. This will create a sense of uncertainty and doubt.
• Change the subject. Swiftly and decisively, steer the conversation towards a topic where you have more authority.
• And, most importantly, do not ask questions. Questions are the enemy of a successful expert-avoiding meeting.

By mastering these advanced techniques, you'll be well on your way to becoming a meeting master, feared and respected by all who enter your presence.

Advanced Theory: Expert-Avoidance as a Lifestyle