Enwaken Radio With David Morelli

Ever left a meeting feeling like you just wasted an hour of your life? Tired of conversations that go in circles, ideas that get shot down, and agendas that get completely derailed? What if you—even as a participant—had the power to fix it? In this episode, hosts David Morelli and William Oakley tackle one of the most common workplace frustrations: dysfunctional meetings. They break down why teams so often fall into patterns of conflict, inaction, or aimless discussion. The core of their solution is the RESPECT model, a framework outlining seven essential communication styles required for a healthy, well-rounded conversation:  Key Topics: ·      Questions Are Contributions: You don't need a "smart statement" to add value. A strategic question is often a more powerful and less risky way to influence the direction of a meeting, especially if you aren't in a formal leadership role.  ·      Dysfunction Is a Missing Perspective: Meetings become dysfunctional when key communication styles are absent. A team that on