Walking meetings, outdoors
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Incorporating outdoor walking meetings into your work routine can be a challenge, especially if it’s not a common practice in your company. Time spent outdoors is often seen as leisure time rather than productive work time.
However, outdoor meetings have many advantages, including increased creativity, better focus, reduced stress, and adding movement to your day, leading to deeper conversations…
Here are some practical steps to help you get started:
- Inform your team and/or colleagues who need to be aware of this new practice in advance.
- Choose the type of meeting: start, for example, with one-on-one meetings, as they are more accessible and manageable.
- Select a green space conducive to conversation; ask colleagues who regularly walk in the area for recommendations.
- Prepare a clear agenda: organize your meeting schedule in advance to stay focused. For example, spend the first 15 minutes indoors for progress and status reports, where access to IT infrastructure may be necessary.
- Choose outdoor discussion topics: focus on subjects that benefit from a relaxed environment, such as brainstorming, discussing challenges, setting development goals, or coaching and mentoring.
- Ensure note-taking and documentation: maintain accuracy by ensuring important points are documented. This might involve using technology or planning a brief indoor session after the walk for follow-up.
Practical tips:
- Choose an easy, nearby, and quiet route.
- Set a timer: manage your time efficiently to ensure a punctual return.
- Use technology: use ‘speech to text’ recorders for note-taking while walking.
- Optimize your comfort: stay hydrated, wear comfortable shoes, use sunscreen, and a hat if necessary.
By following these steps, you can successfully integrate outdoor walking meetings into your routine. Try it and discover the benefits for yourself. Let me know how it goes!
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