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Lead Engaging Meetings: A Practical Guide to Maximize Participation and Effectiveness
Someone Should Put an End to Boring Meetings.
That person is YOU.
Are you tired of endless, unproductive meetings that seem to achieve nothing? It's time to make a change. Lead Engaging Meetings is the essential no-nonsense guide for professionals who want to transform their meetings into engaging, efficient, and result-driven events.
Meetings can be more than time blocks on your calendar. You can transform boring, ineffective meetings into engaging, productive experiences – just by designing differently, changing your approach, and implementing the time-tested advice in this quick reference guide.
The strategies and insights shared in this guide are practical and easy to implement , ensuring that you can apply them in your next meeting without any hassle.
In this no-nonsense guide , you will So you can enhance participation, generate better ideas, and deliver results.
Whether you're a seasoned professional or an ambitious newcomer, this book is an unmissable asset You can be the driving force that turns mundane meetings into spaces for innovation, collaboration, and actionable results. Lead Engaging Meetings is your guide!
That person is YOU.
Are you tired of endless, unproductive meetings that seem to achieve nothing? It's time to make a change. Lead Engaging Meetings is the essential no-nonsense guide for professionals who want to transform their meetings into engaging, efficient, and result-driven events.
Meetings can be more than time blocks on your calendar. You can transform boring, ineffective meetings into engaging, productive experiences – just by designing differently, changing your approach, and implementing the time-tested advice in this quick reference guide.
The strategies and insights shared in this guide are practical and easy to implement , ensuring that you can apply them in your next meeting without any hassle.
In this no-nonsense guide , you will So you can enhance participation, generate better ideas, and deliver results.
Whether you're a seasoned professional or an ambitious newcomer, this book is an unmissable asset You can be the driving force that turns mundane meetings into spaces for innovation, collaboration, and actionable results. Lead Engaging Meetings is your guide!
170 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 26, 2023
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525 people want to read
About the author
Jeff Shannon
2 books4 followersA master facilitator, Jeff Shannon brings over 20 years of experience facilitating corporate strategy workshops and offsite retreats where the stakes are high. He is an expert in designing and leading highly engaging meetings that enhance participation, generate better ideas, and deliver the desired outcome. That’s why leadership teams rely on him as an experienced, trustworthy guide for their most important meetings.
Jeff leads 60 to 70 strategy, business planning, and leadership development workshops a year in a wide variety of industries for corporations, such as Cargill, Deloitte, Farm Credit Services of America, FNBO, Genentech, Kiewit Corporation, Lutz, Macy’s, and Union Pacific.
A keynote speaker and author of practical reference guides for business professionals, Jeff’s books include *Lead Engaging Meetings: A Practical Guide to Maximize Participation and Effectiveness* and *Hard Work Is Not Enough: The Surprising Truth about Being Believable at Work*.
He lives in Omaha, Nebraska, with his wife, Jen, and kids, Brady and Mallory.
Jeff leads 60 to 70 strategy, business planning, and leadership development workshops a year in a wide variety of industries for corporations, such as Cargill, Deloitte, Farm Credit Services of America, FNBO, Genentech, Kiewit Corporation, Lutz, Macy’s, and Union Pacific.
A keynote speaker and author of practical reference guides for business professionals, Jeff’s books include *Lead Engaging Meetings: A Practical Guide to Maximize Participation and Effectiveness* and *Hard Work Is Not Enough: The Surprising Truth about Being Believable at Work*.
He lives in Omaha, Nebraska, with his wife, Jen, and kids, Brady and Mallory.
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June 2, 2025
This book is very practical and includes tips and tricks I can easily put into practice at running a meeting.
March 20, 2024
Business meetings are often the most telling sign of an organization's culture. And who among us has not attended the painful and boring weekly work meeting? Most people lose interest quickly, but author Jeff Shannon presents a new approach to making these meetings interesting and engaging.
In this guide, the reader will learn how to start meetings strong, as well as how to structure them to achieve greater and better productivity.
What I liked most about this book is that it is dynamic and fluid; in this sense, it agrees with everything that the author proposes for holding meetings. Highly recommended to all those who are interested in the topic in question.
In this guide, the reader will learn how to start meetings strong, as well as how to structure them to achieve greater and better productivity.
What I liked most about this book is that it is dynamic and fluid; in this sense, it agrees with everything that the author proposes for holding meetings. Highly recommended to all those who are interested in the topic in question.
March 15, 2024
It's not a book where you will read the repetition of long-known technics and approaches, rather it gives fresh look. It is full on extensive personal experience of the author, and it definitely helps to get prepared for important meetings
October 23, 2023
Great read and listen. I've benefited from meetings led by Jeff and can confirm that these methods are effective and worth the effort.
October 7, 2024
Short, practical and to the point.
It is more a guide than a “book” but I am sure anyone will benefit from reading it.
Read it, take notes and apply what you see in the book today. I could see the difference immediately in the next meeting after reading it.
It is more a guide than a “book” but I am sure anyone will benefit from reading it.
Read it, take notes and apply what you see in the book today. I could see the difference immediately in the next meeting after reading it.
March 21, 2024
A book to start having the best virtual meetings.
Lead Engaging Meetings By Jeff Shannon is the perfect guide to have the best virtual meetings!
We all know that since the pandemic in the union with the technology boom, companies have had a boom in their hybrid work models and therefore the use of virtual meetings, however, there are many corporations that are far from being modern as they have practices that are boring, harmful and above all unproductive.
The author through this reading meticulously rethinks and questions the practices behind transforming mundane meetings into dynamic productivity forums, proposing different disruptive methodologies. It identifies common problems that hinder meeting effectiveness and offers pragmatic solutions suitable for both virtual and hybrid settings. For beginners and seasoned professionals alike, this guide promises transformative ideas that I'm sure you'll find useful to implement in your company and deliver more time and well-being to your team.
As a small business owner, I find this book indispensable, offering actionable strategies for optimizing daily operations. I unequivocally recommend "Lead Engaging Meetings" for anyone seeking to revolutionize their approach to convening gatherings.
Lead Engaging Meetings By Jeff Shannon is the perfect guide to have the best virtual meetings!
We all know that since the pandemic in the union with the technology boom, companies have had a boom in their hybrid work models and therefore the use of virtual meetings, however, there are many corporations that are far from being modern as they have practices that are boring, harmful and above all unproductive.
The author through this reading meticulously rethinks and questions the practices behind transforming mundane meetings into dynamic productivity forums, proposing different disruptive methodologies. It identifies common problems that hinder meeting effectiveness and offers pragmatic solutions suitable for both virtual and hybrid settings. For beginners and seasoned professionals alike, this guide promises transformative ideas that I'm sure you'll find useful to implement in your company and deliver more time and well-being to your team.
As a small business owner, I find this book indispensable, offering actionable strategies for optimizing daily operations. I unequivocally recommend "Lead Engaging Meetings" for anyone seeking to revolutionize their approach to convening gatherings.
March 21, 2024
Highly recommended! 5/5 stars.
"Lead Engaging Meetings" is a game-changer for anyone tired of mundane, unproductive meetings nowadays when we have remote work. Jeff Shannon's practical guide empowers professionals to transform their meetings into dynamic, result-oriented sessions. No-nonsense approach provides actionable strategies for structuring meetings effectively, setting the right tone, troubleshooting common issues, and leading engaging virtual and hybrid meetings. Shannon's insights are not only easy to implement but also guarantee enhanced participation, better ideas, and tangible results. Whether you're an experienced professional or a rising star, this book is a must-have resource for HR professionals, team leaders, trainers, and anyone striving to elevate their meeting facilitation skills and make a lasting impact in their organization. This book empowers you to be the catalyst for change, turning boring meetings into hubs of innovation, collaboration, and actionable outcomes. Highly recommended! 5/5 stars.
"Lead Engaging Meetings" is a game-changer for anyone tired of mundane, unproductive meetings nowadays when we have remote work. Jeff Shannon's practical guide empowers professionals to transform their meetings into dynamic, result-oriented sessions. No-nonsense approach provides actionable strategies for structuring meetings effectively, setting the right tone, troubleshooting common issues, and leading engaging virtual and hybrid meetings. Shannon's insights are not only easy to implement but also guarantee enhanced participation, better ideas, and tangible results. Whether you're an experienced professional or a rising star, this book is a must-have resource for HR professionals, team leaders, trainers, and anyone striving to elevate their meeting facilitation skills and make a lasting impact in their organization. This book empowers you to be the catalyst for change, turning boring meetings into hubs of innovation, collaboration, and actionable outcomes. Highly recommended! 5/5 stars.
March 21, 2024
I LOVED THIS BOOK; it is a huge help and will transform your professional life. In this guide, I finally understand how to turn unproductive meetings into efficient, engaging experiences. This book is a treasure full of practical strategies for anyone looking to update their approach to meetings. The author offers clear, actionable advice on structuring meetings, setting the right tone from the start, and ensuring productive outcomes, which I think is the worst part of the meetings itself and sometimes, that's what people hate the most, losing their time. His insights extend to overcoming common meeting issues and leading effective virtual and hybrid meetings. The guide is especially useful for HR professionals, leadership development experts, and anyone eager to improve their meeting facilitation skills.
March 21, 2024
An engaging and fruitful guide
“Lead Engaging meetings” by Jeff Shannon is an interesting guide that puts an end to nonsense meetings.
Along these pages the author shares fruitful and practical strategies that are useful for leaders or people who are in charge of organising gatherings to control or improve any section in a company.
It’s a clear and well-written book that will aid leaders in their daily meetings. I believe that it’s necessary to learn about the steps of a meeting, how to deliver it without having interruptions and making it engaging for the employees. So, if you have the task of organising gatherings at your job, then you should read this and learn the basics of interesting and productive meetings. Without a doubt I highly recommend it.
“Lead Engaging meetings” by Jeff Shannon is an interesting guide that puts an end to nonsense meetings.
Along these pages the author shares fruitful and practical strategies that are useful for leaders or people who are in charge of organising gatherings to control or improve any section in a company.
It’s a clear and well-written book that will aid leaders in their daily meetings. I believe that it’s necessary to learn about the steps of a meeting, how to deliver it without having interruptions and making it engaging for the employees. So, if you have the task of organising gatherings at your job, then you should read this and learn the basics of interesting and productive meetings. Without a doubt I highly recommend it.
March 21, 2024
I see this book as a point of changer for unproductive and uninspiring meetings. All along, Jeff Shannon provides practical strategies and insightful advice. His aim is to empower readers to transform ordinary gatherings into energetic and powerful moments. Furthermore, he explains several problems affecting meeting’s productivity. Jeff’s writing style is accurate and quite complete, he takes all the important topics into consideration in a simple, straight-to-the point way. His language is complex, yet understandable. It helped me a lot to redirect my own meetings with my team. Now I feel I will have a better heading for each happenstance. It is a highly recommendable book. I will keep it at hand for further consultations and will recommend it as well.
March 21, 2024
A guide to create productive meetings.
Meetings in work teams or any other kind of organization can be very good or very bad. Lead Engaging Meetings is a guide to create entertaining meetings and get the most out of them. Jeff Shannon, the author, explains in detail what the important points are when organizing a meeting, from the best structure for it to the most common mistakes that are made.
If I had the chance, I would recommend this book to every meeting planner I participate in. No matter the topic of the meeting, this book covers it; it is truly comprehensive and applicable to different areas. I think it is a practical and useful tool that can be a significant change. It is very recommendable, I liked it!
Meetings in work teams or any other kind of organization can be very good or very bad. Lead Engaging Meetings is a guide to create entertaining meetings and get the most out of them. Jeff Shannon, the author, explains in detail what the important points are when organizing a meeting, from the best structure for it to the most common mistakes that are made.
If I had the chance, I would recommend this book to every meeting planner I participate in. No matter the topic of the meeting, this book covers it; it is truly comprehensive and applicable to different areas. I think it is a practical and useful tool that can be a significant change. It is very recommendable, I liked it!
March 20, 2024
This read is just what it takes to make our meetings more productive and less tedious. I loved how the author shares practical and straightforward advice, without unnecessary commentary. It's great to know that it's based on real experiences, which makes it more authentic and relevant. Also, specific details, such as the ideal number of participants for different types of meetings, are really helpful. I will definitely implement the strategies you share, so that my next meetings will be more effective in the future. If you work in the area of human resources or want to further develop your work meetings, be sure to read it!
March 21, 2024
Author Shannon seems to be an expert advising on delivering an unforgettable, stirring meeting. His book is highly readable, immediately useful and deeply enjoyable.
After reading this book, one realizes the so many insights on avoiding typical mistakes and other pitfalls are put forth here.
The main aim here is to help develop skills to wow audiences and inspire them. Shannon teaches us all this and plenty of other proven tips.
Professors, teachers, CEOs, managers, or anyone who is thinking of running for office or trying to raise money should have this one on their virtual bookshelf. It also makes a great gift for anyone with aspirations of teaching, leading, or managing.
After reading this book, one realizes the so many insights on avoiding typical mistakes and other pitfalls are put forth here.
The main aim here is to help develop skills to wow audiences and inspire them. Shannon teaches us all this and plenty of other proven tips.
Professors, teachers, CEOs, managers, or anyone who is thinking of running for office or trying to raise money should have this one on their virtual bookshelf. It also makes a great gift for anyone with aspirations of teaching, leading, or managing.
March 22, 2024
Professionals meetings are always something that can be hard to manage and for everyone to be active and motivated to share and listen. I think this book gives a good look into that problem giving practical tips to reach productivity and to be something the team looks forward to doing.
The book focuses on empowering people who leads meetings to work on their presentation and confidence so everything runs smoothly as possible and the job gets done properly. My favorite part was when the author mentions how crucial taking breaks is in order to avoid boredom and many other negative things.
Very practical and useful read!
The book focuses on empowering people who leads meetings to work on their presentation and confidence so everything runs smoothly as possible and the job gets done properly. My favorite part was when the author mentions how crucial taking breaks is in order to avoid boredom and many other negative things.
Very practical and useful read!
August 30, 2025
This book is a short read that has a lot of great ideas on how to make meetings more engaging and productive. There are some great ideas in here about to how to plan for meetings and then lead them to maximize engagement.
The focus of the book tends to be on half-day to multi-day workshops, but many of the suggestions would work for shorter meetings.
I wish there were a few more suggestions for virtual and hybrid meetings.
The focus of the book tends to be on half-day to multi-day workshops, but many of the suggestions would work for shorter meetings.
I wish there were a few more suggestions for virtual and hybrid meetings.
March 21, 2024
Hold meetings with meaningful conclusions
This book is a guide for remaking unproductive meetings into lean-mean-efficient events. The author proposes helpful advice for a finer system, engagement, and outcomes, which is best fit for all professionals in all roles in the company.
The book teaches proper decorum in meetings, not only how to facilitate them but also how to address common meeting problems, such as cutting off someone and keeping the quiet participants engaged respectfully. I recommend this book to a number of my friends who still, to this day, are attending unproductive meetings. The tips are not just for traditional meetings but also apply to hybrid meetings, which are widely practiced nowadays. This book is highly informational.
This book is a guide for remaking unproductive meetings into lean-mean-efficient events. The author proposes helpful advice for a finer system, engagement, and outcomes, which is best fit for all professionals in all roles in the company.
The book teaches proper decorum in meetings, not only how to facilitate them but also how to address common meeting problems, such as cutting off someone and keeping the quiet participants engaged respectfully. I recommend this book to a number of my friends who still, to this day, are attending unproductive meetings. The tips are not just for traditional meetings but also apply to hybrid meetings, which are widely practiced nowadays. This book is highly informational.
December 8, 2023
Who is supposed to fix boring meetings? That person is you! If you work in an organization of any size meetings are a necessary evil. Jeff explains it doesn’t have to be that way. Pick up this book and find out how!
March 29, 2024
Surprisingly effective. Very practical with an undercurrent of strong L&D and HR best practice too.
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