Welcome to the 100th episode of Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick delve into the pervasive culture of unnecessary meetings in the workplace, a topic that resonates deeply with professionals worldwide. They discuss the challenges of excessive meetings, sharing personal anecdotes and insights into how meetings are often misused for micromanagement, under the guise of productivity. Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Allies, are you ready? Buckle up!   Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Mallick Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Mita-Mallick/dp/1394177097 Timestamps:  (01:12) - Today's Hot Topic: Why Do We Need Another Meeting? (02:30) - A Tangent on Fashion and Personal Branding (03:17) - Back to Meetings: Objectives, Outcomes, and Overkill (05:07) - Weaponizing Meetings Against Women of Color (06:30) - The Misuse of Meetings for Micromanagement and Idea Borrowing (10:03) - Redefining Productivity: Beyond the Meeting Room (12:26) - Introducing Breakout Blocks: A Disruption for Productivity (13:28) - Reimagining the Work Week and Meeting Culture (18:43) - Concluding Tips: How to Make Meetings Meaningful