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Meeting Quote by Patrick Lencioni

“Meetings are usually terrible, but they shouldn't be.” quote by Patrick Lencioni
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“Meetings are usually terrible, but they shouldn't be.”

Patrick Lencioni

About This Quote

Source Book: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, Patrick Lencioni, 2002

He suggests meetings are often bad but can be improved with proper structure.

In simple terms: Meetings can be good if done right.

Key Takeaway

Design effective meetings.

Themes

teamwork communication productivity

Mood

practical optimistic

Type

business advisory

When to use this quote

  • project planning
  • team retrospectives
  • decision making

Key Concepts

meeting design leadership collaboration

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes a meeting valuable for you?
  • How can you enforce meeting discipline?
A Different Perspective

Bad habits can persist despite design.

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