Effective Meeting Strategies for Hybrid School Founders

In this episode of the Hybrid School Builders Podcast, host Rebecca Foley shares valuable insights for aspiring and current hybrid school founders. Drawing from Patrick Lencioni's book 'Death by Meeting,' Rebecca discusses the importance of building a strong leadership culture and offers practical tips for running productive meetings. She covers the concept of 'mining for conflict' to encourage healthy dialogue and provides a framework for organizing different types of meetings—daily check-ins, weekly tactical meetings, and monthly strategic meetings. These strategies aim to improve communication, efficiency, and overall productivity, whether you're working alone, with a small team, or in a larger group. Rebecca also highlights the significance of role specialization and clear delegation in avoiding burnout and ensuring smooth operations. Tune in for advice on creating an effective meeting culture that drives your hybrid school towards success.

00:00 Welcome to the Hybrid School Builders Podcast

00:56 Building Culture and Leadership

01:42 Effective Meeting Strategies

07:18 Daily and Weekly Check-ins

08:33 Strategic and Tactical Meetings

09:37 DIY Tips for Hybrid School Founders

15:02 Delegation and Specialization

19:55 Conclusion and Resources