Ever been in a meeting where one person talks… and talks… and talks?
You watch as:
- Eyes glaze over.
- People subtly check their phones.
- The energy in the room slowly disappears.
The discussion isn’t engaging, 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗮 𝗼𝗻𝗲-𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁.
As trainers, managers, or leaders, meetings aren’t meant for one voice, they’re meant for many minds.
So how do you shift from monologue to meaningful discussion?
I use the 𝗦.𝗣.𝗔.𝗖.𝗘. 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗱 — a simple way to transform dull meetings into dynamic conversations:
𝗘𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 -
1. Set the Tone — “This is an open discussion. Let’s keep it interactive.”
2. Pause for Input — After key points, ask, “What do you think?”
3. Assign Speaking Turns — “Let’s go around, everyone share one insight.”
4. Challenge with Questions — “Does anyone see this differently?”
5. Engage with Purpose — Tie contributions back to the goal: “Great point! Here’s how we apply that.”
𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸?
✅ It breaks passive listening and invites active thinking.
✅ It ensures everyone has a voice—not just the loudest person.
✅ It keeps meetings engaging, efficient, and effective.
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁: A great meeting isn’t measured by how much is said, but by how many contribute.
So the next time a meeting starts to feel like a lecture, don’t just sit through it—S.P.A.C.E. it out.
Because leadership isn’t about speaking the most—it’s about making space for ideas to thrive.
How do you keep meetings interactive and engaging?
Let’s swap strategies!
Abhishek Rajput
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