5 types of people who kill your time (And how to handle them)

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They love analysis but hate accountability. They’ll “loop in” five more people or ask for “more data” just to avoid saying yes or no.

The Fix: Force the Binary.

The Strategy: Front-load the authority. Before the meeting ends, ask:
“Are we a ‘Yes,’ a ‘No,’ or a ‘Wait until Friday’?”

The Result: It puts the ball back in their court and documents the bottleneck. They’ll either start making calls or step out of the way.

Remember
Protecting your time isn’t about being rude; it’s about being effective. When you clear out the noise, you finally get to do the work that actually matters.

Would you like me to help you draft a “Meeting Charter” for your team to set these expectations once and for all?

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