DiscoverProductivity NerdEpisode 36 - Meeting Prep: Because Winging It Isn’t a Strategy, with Claire Stibbon
Episode 36 - Meeting Prep: Because Winging It Isn’t a Strategy, with Claire Stibbon

Episode 36 - Meeting Prep: Because Winging It Isn’t a Strategy, with Claire Stibbon

Update: 2025-09-24
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In this episode of Productivity Nerd, host Kathy is joined by executive coach and seasoned boardroom whisperer Claire Stibbon to talk all things meeting prep. Because let’s be honest most meetings are more “calendar clutter” than “conversations that count”.Together, they dive into the practical (and often overlooked) steps that turn chaotic catch-ups into focused, effective sessions. From clarifying the purpose to knowing who really needs to be there, it’s a goldmine of prep tips for anyone who’s ever thought, “Why am I in this meeting?”Learn:How to spot a meeting that should really be an emailWhat to send in advance (and how to get people to read it)How to show up as a calm, clear-headed contributor—not a flustered, multitasking messWhy time-blocking and energy checks are non-negotiableHow kindness and culture shape better meetingsPlus: some home truths about Zoom backgrounds, rogue underwear, and whether a filter and lipstick can fix a bad connection (spoiler: they can’t, but it helps)A practical, funny, and very human episode for anyone who wants to make meetings suck less...and maybe even enjoy them.http://www.conversationsthatcount.org.uk

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Episode 36 - Meeting Prep: Because Winging It Isn’t a Strategy, with Claire Stibbon

Episode 36 - Meeting Prep: Because Winging It Isn’t a Strategy, with Claire Stibbon

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