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Abstract
All libraries have meetings, but not all meetings are productive. Unproductive meetings
are viewed as a waste of time, resulting in low morale and a lack of progress toward
organizational goals. As meetings are crucial to setting goals, formulating policies,
removing barriers, and completing projects, how can they be more efficient?
This session attempts to answer that question by providing a structure for improving
morale and enhancing communication, leading to better results. It will also cover the
concept of having different types of meetings for different goals. Too often, organizations
use a “catch-all” approach to meetings, leaving no one satisfied and slowing progress
toward agreed-upon goals.
The ideas in this session were tested in an actual library, and the steps taken, feedback,
and lessons learned are discussed. This organizational meeting restructure was based on
the book "Death by Meeting" by Patrick Lencioni.