Uncomplicate This!

Episode Overview:Meetings: love them, hate them, or multitask through them—why are they so often a mess? Eric and Jen dive into the chaos, sharing how meetings can suck less (spoiler: it starts with an agenda and the right people in the room). If you’ve ever stared at your calendar wondering why you’re in a meeting called “Touch Base,” this episode is for you.   What You’ll Learn: Why having a full calendar isn’t a sign of productivity. The “Bottom Line Up Front” (BLUF) trick to get to the point—fast. How to avoid the classic “everyone and their dog” invite list. Easy ways to keep participants engaged (and off mute excuses). The secret power of skilled facilitation (hint: it’s not just public speaking).   Resources: RACI Template for Stakeholder Analysis (Download at uncomplicatethis.com) If this episode made you laugh, nod, or rethink “Touch Base” invites, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a coworker drowning in meetings. Together, let’s uncomplicate the way we work!

Uncomplicate This! is a podcast about work and how to make work better. Eric and Jen introduce themselves and season 1 including: Meeting madness: how to make meetings less terrible and more productive Standard work: saving lives one checklist at a time The productivity trap: all our tools are making us less productive! And more... Uncomplicatethis.com