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

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?