Let me just say that assuming someone can read your mind never works in any situation! So with that in mind, I try to communicate as effectively as possible and when in doubt, ask questions! Make sure not only that you understand but that you are also being understood.

Providing the agenda ahead of time if at all possible, if not, then definitely distribute at beginning of a meeting.
Practice active listening. Don't assume anything! Keep meeting on task to avoid getting off topic. Have a clear idea of desired outcome of the meeting.

Let me just say that assuming someone can read your mind never works in any situation! So with that in mind, I try to communicate as effectively as possible and when in doubt, ask questions! Make sure not only that you understand but that you are also being understood.

Let me just say that assuming someone can read your mind never works in any situation! So with that in mind, I try to communicate as effectively as possible and when in doubt, ask questions! Make sure not only that you understand but that you are also being understood.

Providing the agenda ahead of time if at all possible, if not, then definitely distribute at beginning of a meeting.
Practice active listening. Don't assume anything! Keep meeting on task to avoid getting off topic. Have a clear idea of desired outcome of the meeting.