Design meetings that produce decisions
A concise framework to structure meetings so time is spent deciding and not rehashing. Includes agenda templates and roles that reduce ambiguity.
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The Gentlehillroad blog shares practical guidance for managers who want clearer decisions, fewer follow-ups, and stronger team alignment. Articles focus on real techniques — how to structure updates, design decision-focused meetings, and give feedback that leads to improvement. Our goal is to offer concise, usable ideas that fit a manager's day so teams can adopt changes without unnecessary overhead. Discover short readings, templates, and evidence-based tips you can try this week. 🌿
Featured posts
Short, practical posts that translate management communication theory into everyday routines. Each featured post offers steps you can test with your team: run focused decision meetings, improve 1:1s, and create predictable update rhythms. Posts include examples, quick templates, and suggested measurements so you can see whether changes reduce ambiguity and speed execution.
A better 1:1 in 15 minutes
Practical 1:1 agenda that builds trust and clarity without expanding calendars. Tips for follow-up and measurable outcomes.
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Feedback that leads to action
A simple feedback model that creates observable changes. Practice prompts and scripts to try in role play and real conversations.
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