Making Intentional Decisions
Every meeting represents a real investment. When you multiply participant rates by meeting duration, you get a clear picture of what's actually being spent. The question isn't whether meetings are good or bad, it's whether you're getting value that exceeds the investment.
This tool helps shift the conversation from vague complaints about too many meetings to quantifiable decisions about participation. Use it to understand the full cost of training sessions (including participant time, not just trainer fees), challenge the default invite list, and ensure the right people are involved at the right time.
The goal is intentionality: making sure time is invested where it drives outcomes. Before sending that next calendar invite, run the numbers. Are the right people in the room? Is everyone invited essential to achieving the goal? Don't fear the meeting, respect the cost, maximize the value.