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Science says your boss should talk less in meetings
Publication: Ars Technica - All content
Author: Lesley Evans Ogden, Knowable Magazine
Source published: 17/10/2026, 11:15:11 UTC
Briefing created: 18/10/2026, 01:56:41 UTC
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Briefings
Meeting science has emerged as a specialized field analyzing workplace gatherings, with recent data showing nearly 1 billion meetings occur daily globally. A 2026 review by Liana Kreamer and colleagues identified that CEOs spend approximately 75% of their workdays in meetings, while managers dedicate significant time to planning and leading these events. The field is accelerating due to the availability of archived virtual meeting data, offering insights into human communication needs and behavioral patterns.
Key points
- Nearly 1 billion meetings occur daily worldwide, with CEOs spending approximately 75% of their workdays in meetings.
- Organizational psychologist Liana Kreamer coauthored a 2026 review of over three decades of meeting science, highlighting the shift from meeting science as a niche to a growing specialization.
Context
Meeting science is a growing specialization among organizational and social psychologists, analyzing workplace gatherings to understand human communication needs. The field is accelerating due to the availability of archived virtual meeting data, offering insights into human behavior and the effectiveness of workplace communication structures.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to a 2026 review of over three decades of meeting science and archived virtual meeting data. Specific quantitative outcomes, causal mechanisms, or long-term effects remain unverified due to the nature of the source material.
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