Has beens Quote by Herbert Hoover
“When the outcome of a meeting is to have another meeting, it has been a lousy meeting.”
About This Quote
Source Quote: Public remarks, 1932
A meeting that only schedules another meeting is ineffective and a waste of time.
In simple terms: Meetings that don’t produce results are useless.
Key Takeaway
Ensure meetings have clear outcomes.
Themes
productivity
meeting effectiveness
time management
Mood
critical
direct
Type
advice
observation
When to use this quote
- business meetings
- team planning
- project reviews
Key Concepts
agenda setting
decision making
follow‑up actions
Questions to Reflect On
- What concrete outcomes should each meeting achieve?
- How can you enforce accountability after meetings?
A Different Perspective
Without clear goals, meetings become circular.
