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Injecting Energy and Interaction into Your Next Meeting

You can create gathering that people leave saying, “That was a great meeting.” Here’s how!

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Do you ever find yourself sitting in a meeting, staring at the clock, and willing the time to move faster? If so, you’re not alone. Meetings are a necessary part of doing business, but they can also be dreadfully boring and unproductive. The good news is that there are a few simple things you can do to inject energy and interaction into your next meeting, making it more enjoyable for everyone involved.

Let’s take a look at seven great ideas to inject energy into your next meeting

1. Start with an icebreaker.

When people come into a meeting, they’re often tired, stressed, and preoccupied with other things. As a result, it can be hard to get them to focus on the task at hand. A quick icebreaker can help get everyone’s minds focused on the matter at hand and make them more open to interaction.

There are all sorts of icebreakers you can use, so choose one that will work well for your group. For example, if you have a large group, try “My Superpower” (Each meeting…