Start with the meeting’s goal, how much time you have, and the roles of the people involved. Ask for a short agenda and leave room for questions or changes.
Try saying
“Help me prepare for a 20-minute check-in.”
Add the topic and what you hope to decide or understand. Ask for a brief agenda, a few questions, and a short closing summary.
Try it yourself
Build a simple meeting plan
Try: “I have a 20-minute check-in about a sample project. Help me write a four-point agenda, three questions to ask, and a brief list of follow-up items to capture. Keep it practical.”
Try the practice prompt with a made-up example. When you are ready, mark this lesson complete.