Remember when we all thought virtual meetings would be more efficient than in-person ones? Sure, that fantasy faded quickly. So, you’ve probably sat through countless meetings that drained your soul faster than a phone battery. But over the years, a few clever calendar adjustments have made morning meetings something to look forward to rather than dread.
3 Fun Calendar Hacks for Your Workplace Meetings
Luckily, with tools like Lemcal, it’s easy to plan your meeting calendar correctly. It makes it fun and more efficient, so you leave nothing out. If you’re wondering what these meeting hacks are, look no further.
The Walking Meeting Revolution
The “walk and talk” meeting has completely transformed how teams connect. Instead of being trapped in the same stuffy conference room, you can schedule 30-minute walking meetings for discussions that don’t require presentations. You can use meeting scheduling software to block these sessions with a special walking icon so everyone remembers to wear comfortable shoes. This is pretty creative, and you’ll notice that people speak more honestly side-by-side than face-to-face.
Themed Check-In Days
Theme days might sound childish, but you can use them to inject life into your regular team check-ins. So, for instance, every Thursday, you can have your calendar show a recurring “Throwback Thursday” meeting. It could be where you begin with everyone sharing a 60-second story about their first job. These tiny moments of connection can build more team cohesion than any official team-building exercise. The calendar reminder will include instructions for the week’s theme, saving you from scrambling for ideas at the last minute.
The Meeting “Happy Hour” Buffer
The “happy hour” meeting (no alcohol necessary) has been revolutionary for some workplaces. For any meeting longer than 45 minutes, you can schedule the last 10 minutes as the designated happy hour time. This segment has only one rule: no work talk allowed. The calendar block is color-coded differently to signal this transition. It gives everyone’s brain a chance to reset. It also prevents meetings from running overtime and transforms what would be mid-afternoon slumps into energizing relaxation.
Conclusion
Next time you’re staring at a calendar full of soul-crushing rectangles, try implementing one of these hacks. You might be surprised how minor calendar adjustments can transform your workplace culture. With the right tools and creativity, your calendar can become a source of workplace joy.