From Busy to Productive

Improving workplace meetings is necessary, especially with the current remote work trend. Meetings are meant to share information, but Software Engineers’ abstract work makes it difficult. Often, discussions lead to no progress, and adding more people to the group doesn’t help. It’s important to remember that meetings are for communication, not project execution. Real-time communication channels should be utilized instead. However, some people believe that more meetings increase productivity. Back-to-back meetings lead to reactive and urgent work, leaving little time for proactive work. Rejecting unproductive influences from teammates and clients is crucial for being proactive. Spending time in meetings and replying to emails leaves little opportunity for thinking and leading. Planning the day can help focus on essential tasks and prioritize meetings that add value. With clear goals, busyness equates to productivity. Creating a thinking space is crucial for proactive leadership and creating value for the business. A calendar full of back-to-back meetings needs to reflect leadership importance. <a href="https://cor3d.medium.com/from-busy-to-productive-cd4e96fe9d69">Website</a>