Setup speedy meetings with Google
by Ed, Co-founder
How to Enable Speedy Meetings in Google Calendar
If you want to read more about the benefits of speedy meetings, check out our article here.
Here’s how to turn on speedy meetings in your Google Calendar:
- Open up your Google Calendar.
- In the top right corner, click the Settings Menu (Cogwheel icon) and select Settings.
- Under General, scroll down to Event Settings.
- Enable Speedy Meetings.
That’s it! Good work on taking a step to make your meetings more productive.
Why Enable Speedy Meetings?
Shortening meetings slightly may seem insignificant, but it offers several benefits that add up over time. Here are key reasons to activate speedy meetings:
1. Reduces Meeting Fatigue
Back-to-back meetings can drain mental energy, causing "Zoom fatigue." Speedy meetings ensure brief breaks between meetings, giving attendees time to reflect, hydrate, or shift focus before their next session.
2. Promotes Efficient Conversations
With less time allocated, attendees are motivated to stick to the agenda and avoid unnecessary tangents, leading to faster decision-making and fewer delays.
3. Improves Time Management
Enabling speedy meetings helps reclaim valuable minutes throughout the day. If you shorten four 30-minute meetings a week by 5 minutes each, you save 20 minutes. Over a year, that translates to nearly 17 hours back for more meaningful work.
4. Encourages Better Meeting Culture
This small change supports a culture of intentional meetings. Teams learn to keep discussions concise and schedule meetings only when necessary, contributing to long-term productivity improvements.
By using speedy meetings, you're taking a step towards smarter time management and a healthier meeting culture. Enjoy the extra time and fewer disruptions in your day!