Meeting-itis : Understand and Combat this Organizational Pitfall

Training Theme 

Ineffective meetings are a drain on time, energy, and team morale. This training offers a practical, interactive approach to understanding the causes of “meeting overload,” spotting common pitfalls, and adopting best practices to lead productive, results-driven meetings.

You’ll learn how to structure a meeting effectively, define clear objectives, select the right participants, and manage speaking time for maximum impact. The course provides hands-on tools and methods to turn your meetings into true drivers of collaboration and professional efficiency.

Training Objectives 

By the end of this course, you will be able to: 

• Understand the phenomenon of meeting overload
• Identify the negative impacts of ineffective meetings
• Optimize time management and participant involvement
• Use effective facilitation tools and techniques
• Ensure proper follow-up and implementation of decisions previously made

Prerequisite and Target Audience 

Audience: Managers, project leaders, and team members involved in regular meetings. 
Starting level: Intermediate
Prerequisites: No specific knowledge required.

Means and Methods 

• E-learning Modules: Consisting of text, videos, interactive content, and quizzes designed to help you achieve the defined learning outcomes.

Training Content 

4 key sections: 

• Symptoms of Meeting Overload
• Causes of Meeting Overload
• Professional Consequences
• Applicable Solutions

Learn more 

Meeting overload is a major productivity barrier in modern organizations. Long, poorly organized, or unnecessary meetings waste time and undermine employee motivation. This course will help you transform your meetings into productive and engaging sessions.

By adopting new practices, using collaborative tools, and promoting more structured communication, you’ll reduce unnecessary meetings and enhance your efficiency. Take this opportunity to optimize your organization and turn every meeting into a powerful decision-making and coordination tool.