Leadership, Actually

Team Meeting Topics That Actually Matter

Maryam Taheri

Most team meetings are a waste of time. Too much status reporting, not enough substance.

But when done right, meetings are one of the most powerful tools a leader has — a chance to align priorities, clear obstacles, and fuel momentum.

In this episode of Leadership, Actually, we break down the five topics that make team meetings matter. You’ll learn how to:

  • Refocus your team on what actually matters this week or quarter
  • Use meetings to clear bottlenecks instead of creating more noise
  • Celebrate progress in a way that drives energy and performance
  • Bring the customer’s voice into the room
  • Turn mistakes into shared learning moments

If your meetings feel flat, scattered, or repetitive, this episode will help you reset — and run conversations your team actually looks forward to.

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