Running successful hybrid meetings demands meeting leadership and facilitation expertise. Moderators/facilitators or meeting owners must facilitate the conversation so everyone feels included, engaged, and focused.
According to HR Digest, professionals lose 31 hours of productivity in meetings every month. This translates to an estimated cost of $37 billion a year in the US alone.
Researchers at Harvard Business School surveyed 182 senior managers in various industries:
Most people attend meetings without knowing the agenda or whether they are needed. Some are frequently pulled into meetings at the last minute or have their calendars adjusted based on availability.