Learn how to run meetings
that people (actually) want to go to.
$37 billion is a lot of money wasted in a year. Poorly run meetings not only waste money but time, too.
We’ve all been there. Rolling our eyes at a meeting that most definitely could have been an email. When meetings are bad, they’re bad.
If you’re tasked with running a meeting, we want you to lead an efficient one. In other words, we want you to lead the kind of meeting that people actually look forward to going to—and not just because you’ve bribed them with free donuts.
Learn how to run an efficient, mindful meeting that boosts productivity and promotes healthy communication by enrolling in Building Efficient Meetings today.
+ Not having a meeting agenda prepared
+ Lacking a clear start or end time
+ Moving from subject to subject with no clear purpose
+ Inviting too many people that all talk over one another
+ Succumbing to distractions and losing focus
Do any of these sound familiar? If so, watch the video below.
Did you know, on average, employees attend 62 meetings a month? Of those meetings, over 50 percent are considered to be a “waste of time” with a total of 32 hours spent in unproductive meetings every month.
Yet, at the end of the day, meetings are necessary. Whether your team is spread among time zones or in a single office, not all communication can happen over emails, Slack messages, and memos. They provide a space for information sharing, teamwork, collaboration, and can provide clarity on projects and goals.
Our course, Building Efficient Meetings, will teach you how to make meetings that matter—utilizing your time in the most productive manner so you don’t find yourself starting your workday at 4 pm after a full day of pointless meetings.
+ Create a killer meeting agenda
+ Promote healthy communication in meetings and avoid having meetings that waste time (and money)
+ Run efficient weekly meetings (including micro meetings)
+ Structurally build a meaningful meeting, including how to develop the subject matter and invitation list, the benefits of a technology ban, timing, and data
+ “Googlify” your meetings AKA run your meetings as efficient as large companies and utilize a D.R.I. to organize projects and meetings
+ Build meetings that reflect your commitment to inclusivity
+ 4 step-by-step video tutorial lessons that will walk you through what to do before a meeting, how to create and lead an efficient meeting, what to do after a meeting, and much more
+ 20-page workbook full of interactive worksheets, templates, guides and more
+ A template for creating a killer meeting agenda
+ In-depth advice on running efficient and meaningful meetings
+ A certificate of course completion + a step-by-step guide on how to list it on your resume and LinkedIn
+ A ready-to-use note-taker template
+ A template for building a micro meeting agenda
+ Insight on meetings from expert business leaders
And don’t take it from us.
Here are some transformations from real-life students.
+ 20-page workbook full of interactive worksheets, templates, guides and more ($190 value)
+ A template for creating a killer meeting agenda ($200 value)
+ A ready-to-use note-taker template ($99 value)
+ A template for building a micro meeting agenda ($150 value)
+ Insight on meetings from expert business leaders
+ In-depth advice on running efficient and meaningful meetings
Total Value: $639
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When does this course start?
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When does the course end?
It is a completely self-paced online course—you decide when you start and when you finish.
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Who teaches the course?
Career Contessa is the only career site built inclusively for women. Our founder and CEO, Lauren McGoodwin, teaches the course.
What are the software requirements for this course?
You will also need access to the Internet to download the course files and stream the videos.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us within the first 14 days and we will give you a full refund.
How long is this course?
Building Efficient Meetings has 3 Lessons, running a total time of just over 1 hour.
How much does this course cost?
The cost of Building Efficient Meetings is $57—and, you'll get a free downloadable workbook to use as you're taking the course + access to the Career Contessa community on Facebook, to connect with other students and professionals eager to cultivate fulfilling careers.
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