In this solo episode, Amy challenges our thinking about how we can make virtual and hybrid meetings more productive, engaging, and worth everyone's time. She shares how to shift away from default routines and instead be more intentional about the purpose, structure, and flow of our meetings. Amy offers practical strategies that help create meaningful connections, foster collaboration, and reduce wasted time. From rethinking meeting lengths to setting clear norms for collaboration tools, this episode encourages us to transform meetings from energy-drainers into powerful spaces for alignment and action.

Highlights

• Start with Purpose – Learn how clarifying the "why" behind your meeting can lead to better engagement and outcomes.
• Connect Like It Matters – Discover ways to build authentic connection that turns routine meetings into meaningful experiences.
• Keep Interaction Flowing – Explore methods for using platform features that drive real-time collaboration and focus.
• Rethink Your Time Blocks – Consider how breaking free from the 30- and 60-minute defaults can improve energy and attention.
• Align on Tools and Expectations – Uncover how clear agreements on tool use can streamline communication and collaboration. 

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (the Courage Assessment)

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About the Host:

Amy L. Riley is an internationally renowned speaker, author and consultant. She has over 2 decades of experience developing leaders at all levels. Her clients include Cisco Systems, Deloitte and Barclays.

As a trusted leadership coach and consultant, Amy has worked with hundreds of leaders one-on-one, and thousands more as part of a group, to fully step into their leadership, create amazing teams and achieve extraordinary results. 

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

• The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
• The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
• The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
• The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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