The Most Underrated Meeting on My Calendar

Most people dread meetings. I get it.
They’re often too long, poorly run, and end without anything getting done.
But there’s one meeting I’ve kept for over two decades—rain or shine, remote or in-person. It’s quick. It’s focused. And it’s the most underrated thing on my calendar:
Our daily huddle.
What it is (and isn’t):
It’s not a status meeting. It’s not a brainstorming session. And it definitely doesn’t involve PowerPoint.
Our huddle is 15 minutes, same time every day, built to keep everyone aligned, accountable, and connected.
Here’s how it works:
Each person quickly shares:
- Big updates from last 24 hours
- Stuck items where help is needed
That’s it. No tangents. No deep dives. If something needs more discussion, we take it offline. The goal is to keep things moving—and surface blockers fast.
Why it works:
- It creates clarity. Everyone knows what’s happening and who’s doing what. No guessing.
- It builds trust. When people show up and consistently do what they say, credibility grows.
- It keeps teams connected. Especially in remote settings, that daily touchpoint is a glue.
What it’s replaced:
Longer, less frequent check-ins that often felt like overkill, or came too late.
With our huddle, we solve minor problems before they snowball or “slay monsters” while they are little. We stay nimble. And we never waste time wondering what’s going on.
Final thought:
Not every meeting is worth protecting. But this one is.
The daily huddle keeps our team focused, our projects on track, and our culture strong.
If you want more on how we run it (and how you can too), I break it down further on my website and in my book The 100: Building Blocks for Business Leadership.