WEBINAR
Run Better Meetings:
Managing Content and Context for Real Results
Wednesday, May 13 • 1:00 p.m. (Eastern)
Most meetings don’t fail because of the agenda—they fail because of how people communicate and engage
Unclear expectations, off-topic discussions, dominant voices and unaddressed behaviors quietly derail productivity. The result is meetings that feel busy but don’t move work forward.
In this webinar, you’ll learn how to lead meetings that are both efficient and healthy. We’ll explore the critical difference between content and context—what is being discussed versus how people are showing up in the conversation. When leaders know how to manage both, meetings become more focused, more respectful and far more productive.
You’ll also gain practical tools to redirect unproductive behavior in real time, keep discussions on track and align the structure of your meetings with their purpose. Whether you’re leading team meetings, cross-functional discussions or strategic conversations, this session will help you run meetings that drive clarity, accountability and results.
WEBINAR AGENDA:
- Understanding the difference between meeting content and meeting context—and why both matter.
- Identifying common behaviors that derail meetings and how to address them in the moment.
- Practical language to redirect conversations without shutting people down.
- The different types of meetings and how to match structure to purpose.
- Setting clear expectations that keep meetings focused and productive.
- How leaders shape meeting culture through tone, presence and consistency.
✔ Learn how to manage both the content and the context of meetings to improve focus, engagement and outcomes.
✔ Gain practical tools to address disruptive behaviors and keep conversations moving forward with confidence.
✔ Run more effective, efficient meetings by aligning the right structure with the right type of conversation.
PRESENTED BY:
Susan Patrick, MA, CSP, is a motivational speaker, coach and facilitator dedicated to helping people create more joyful, confident and intentional lives—both at work and at home. She is the founder of Robert’s Rules Made Simple, one of North America’s leading resources for effective meetings and healthy board dynamics. Susan has trained thousands of leaders across North America, bringing an energizing and accessible approach to topics like time management, effective meetings, confidence building and healthy team dynamics.
REGISTRATION BONUSES:
Everyone who signs up will receive a copy of Mastering Time Management. Learn simple fixes for overcoming procrastination, strategies for building accountability into your workflow and proven methods for organizing tasks, calendars, files and interruptions. This resource gives professionals a straightforward roadmap to manage time more effectively and accomplish goals.
You’ll also receive one month of exclusive access to Managing People at Work, our comprehensive online resource designed to make you a stronger, better-prepared manager. So that you continue to benefit from Managing People at Work, we will continue your subscription after that for the then-current rate, unless you tell us “no, thanks”—your choice.
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