There are two types of conversations about work: The first is a Friday evening conversation. It is best held at about 5pm in the pub just around the corner from the office in hushed tones. The first conversation discusses who: Who screwed up Who is on the way up Who is on the way out And […]
Stand Up Meetings
Instead of sitting, how about trying stand up meetings? They have a lot going for them: The heart keeps pumping Nobody falls asleep There is an incentive to get to the point and stay on it Unfortunately there is a down side; because you will finish early, some people will go and have a sit […]
Short Sharp Meetings
A German designer has come up with a pay and sit park bench. When your time runs out it forces spikes out of the seat and… you stand up. I can think of more than one organisation where these would boost productivity.