How top employees conduct their meetings with their manager

Managers would appreciate receiving meeting agendas in advance as it allows them to be well-prepared and make the most of the meeting time.

Simon Gee
July 24, 2023

In the corporate world, maintaining a productive relationship with managers is essential for direct reports.

One effective way to achieve this is by conducting meetings in a manner that managers find valuable, such as sending a meeting agenda in advance.

99% of corporate bosses appreciate it when their direct reports do this.

Keep the agenda focused on 3 to 5 essential items, specifying the support needed for each item, such as approval, decision, feedback, or thoughts.

Below is a sample meeting agenda for a quick 30-minute sync:

(Thoughts) – 2022 Product Launch Update: Packaging for the holiday season.

(Approval) - $50K Spend for Black Friday Promotion.

(Decision) – Choosing Jane or Alex as the Next Spokesperson.

By sending a concise meeting agenda in advance, top employees demonstrate professionalism and efficiency in their meetings with managers.

Embrace this approach to enhance your contributions and foster a more productive working relationship.

Thank you for reading.