Q: What is the best way to deal with “meeting overload?”

A: Some ideas:

• Make sure you have some gaps in your calendar between meetings – if necessary, book a slot for ‘me time’ when you can do things other than attending meetings
• Don’t volunteer to go to meetings that aren’t essential for your work
• Whenever you’re thinking of arranging a meeting, ask yourself “Is it really necessary?”
• Politely turn down meeting invitations if you need time for other things
• Discuss with your colleagues which of you needs to go to each meeting – try to avoid you all going to all meetings