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Unveiling 100 Mind-Blowing Secrets To Transforming Ordinary Meetings Into Extraordinary Experiences!

Fahri Karakas
21 min readOct 12, 2023
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In an era where attention spans are dwindling, virtual fatigue is prevalent, and meeting effectiveness is crucial, spicing up meetings becomes paramount. Here are the relevant insights, statistics, and predictions to underscore the importance of invigorating your meetings:

  • Attention span decline: The average human attention span has plummeted to just eight seconds, according to a study by Microsoft. Engaging and dynamic meeting experiences combat waning attention, keeping participants actively involved.
  • Meeting inefficiency: A survey by Doodle revealed that unproductive meetings cost businesses an astronomical $399 billion annually in the United States alone. Injecting energy and excitement into meetings fosters engagement and, subsequently, productivity.
  • Virtual meeting fatigue: With remote work becoming the norm, virtual meeting fatigue has soared. According to a report by Harvard Business Review, back-to-back video meetings can be draining, resulting in decreased focus and motivation. Injecting novelty and surprise into meetings prevents monotony and boosts participant enthusiasm.
  • Creativity and innovation demands: In an increasingly competitive landscape, organizations must consistently innovate…

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Fahri Karakas
Fahri Karakas

Written by Fahri Karakas

Associate Professor in Business & Leadership at University of East Anglia. Passionate about doodling, imagination, and creativity. Author of Self-Making Studio.

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