Nov. 18, 2024
Beyond the Boardroom: Strategies for Productive Meetings
Meetings don’t have to be a waste of time. In this episode of One Pour Problems, Sal sits down with Nick Dagenais, CFO and Treasurer at Obsidian Insurance Holdings, to explore how leaders can make meetings more efficient, engaging, and worthwhile. Over a glass of fruit juice, they dig into how to define a meeting's purpose, decide who should be in the room, and strike the right balance between in-person and virtual formats. Plus, they explore how even off-topic moments can spark innovation—if managed well.
Perfect for listeners interested in:
meeting productivity, leadership communication, virtual meeting tips, CFO insights, business operations
Sal and Nick Dagenais, the CFO and Treasurer of Obsidian Insurance Holdings, discuss strategies for holding productive meetings over a glass of fruit juice. They dive into topics such as defining the purpose of meetings, deciding who should attend, and the pros and cons of virtual versus in-person gatherings. Plus, they explore why it’s sometimes okay to stray off topic, and how to get back on track when that happens.
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The real purpose of meetings
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