Meetings don’t have to be a productivity pitfall

By challenging myths with data-driven insights and adopting targeted strategies, we can reclaim our schedules and foster meaningful collaboration. Learn from the 50 expert tips on reducing workload & boosting productivity in tech teams  backed-up with the newest data from Atlassian's Workplace Woes: Meeting Edition report.

Meeting Overload

Key insights from Atlassian’s report & more

Myth #1: More meetings = more productivity

Atlassian report states 78% of people are overwhelmed by meeting frequency with 51% working overtime to catch up.

Myth #2: Meetings foster team connection and combat workplace loneliness

Yet 55% of respondents is still feeling lonely and NYT notices 25% decrease in intra-team bonding connections since pandemics.

Myth #3: Agenda-less meetings foster freedom and spontaneity.

If 62% of meetings have no clear objectives, they lead to unproductive gatherings which – in the long run – are doubling the burnout rate (Gallup).

Myth #4: Calls are an efficient, low-impact way to collaborate.

54% of workers leave calls not knowing what’s next. Adding to the 45% uptick in daily chats (Microsoft), meetings steal deep work time – the most important productivity driver according to Uber. Redefine your meeting habits!