Meetings consume 31 hours monthly and are considered ineffective by 67%. New managers conduct 1/3 more meetings. Reducing meetings by 80% resulted in: 74% productivity increase, 62% satisfaction rise, 44% engagement growth. Tips for reducing meetings: Implement "No Meeting Days", Audit Calendar, Use technology. If imperative, meetings should have a facilitator, clear agenda, time-boxing, decisive outcomes, and follow-up emails. Reduction in meetings enhances productivity.
