1. Decide whether you really need a meeting.
2. Schedule it at the right time.
3. Create an agenda.
4. Get input for your plan.
5. Read through materials and hash out issues beforehand.
6. Make it a stand-up if possible.
7. Come together with a ritual.
8. Stick to the agenda.
9. Embrace tabling.
10. Ditch long meetings for frequent meetings (timeframe).
11. Make it a safe place for input.
12. Start with expectations.
13. Clarify your decision-making procedure.
14. Close with action items and communicate them clearly.
15. Solicit feedback for the next meeting.

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