This Meeting Sux - 12 Acts of Courage to Change Meetings for Good (Paperback)

This Meeting Sux You've said it, heard it, thought it, or felt it, perhaps all too often. You may have tried to initiate improvements in meetings but you gave up because it was too much work, or you felt alone in your efforts. Maybe you decided that running meetings is the meeting leader's responsibility and is not up to you. Or perhaps you were overcome with frustration, and simply unequipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to do anything. Yes, this meeting sux. And, this presents you with an opportunity to transform meetings, and in the process, your group and your life.But what can you do if you're not in charge? This is the first book written to specifically answer this question. This is the first practical guide that contains the knowledge, skills, and action steps that you, as a meeting participant, can use to change meetings for good.- Quick but effective action steps you can take immediately to change the course of your next meeting, whether you're the designated leader or not - Strategies to shift your attitude so that your communication has greater impact.- Tools you need to become an empowered participant to pave the way for advancing your career.