Meeting Makeover

Have you ever been in a virtual meeting that felt awkward, boring, or disorganized?

Leading a meeting might sound intimidating, but it’s easier when you follow a few simple steps—and it can actually be fun.

1. Know Your Purpose

Why are you meeting? (Decide, update, plan, brainstorm?)

Write a clear goal or agenda ahead of time.

2. Prepare, Don’t Wing It

Share the agenda before the meeting.

Assign roles (leader, note-taker, timekeeper).

Test your tech: internet, mic, camera, links.

3. Start Strong

Be on time. Greet people. Share the agenda.

Set expectations: "Let’s keep it quick and interactive."

4. Keep It Moving

Watch the clock.

Call on people by name: "Alex, want to weigh in?"

Keep the energy up—don’t let things drag.

5. End with Action

Summarize decisions and next steps.

Ask: "Who’s doing what by when?"

Thank everyone and confirm when you’ll meet again.

Your Task:
Imagine you're leading a 30-minute meeting to plan a fundraiser. What’s your agenda? How would you keep it organized and on track? Write out the agenda with times. Role play the beginning of the meeting and share how it went.

This Skillbuilder idea was inspired by a Verizon employee.