Meeting Duration Calculator
Calculate meeting costs, duration, and efficiency with comprehensive time tracking and productivity analysis.
Meeting Details
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Quick Stats
Duration Analysis
Meeting Time Breakdown
Net Meeting Time
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Break Time
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Cost Analysis
Meeting Costs
Rate Analysis
Cost Insights
Efficiency Analysis
Time Investment
Efficiency Metrics
Efficiency Assessment
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Recommendations
Very short meetings may lack depth - consider extending to 30 minutes
Low meeting efficiency - consider reducing preparation/follow-up time
How to Use
Meeting Setup
- 1.Select meeting type for accurate cost calculations
- 2.Enter start and end times (handles overnight meetings)
- 3.Include break time for accurate net meeting duration
- 4.Add participant count and average hourly rates
Analysis & Insights
- Review cost breakdowns per person and per hour
- Analyze efficiency metrics for meeting optimization
- Consider preparation and follow-up time investments
- Use recommendations to improve meeting productivity
Meeting Types & Best Practices
💼 Regular Meetings
Standard team meetings, check-ins, and updates. Keep to 30-60 minutes for optimal engagement.
- • Clear agenda required
- • Time-box discussions
- • Action items follow-up
🧠Brainstorming Sessions
Creative problem-solving and idea generation. Allow 60-90 minutes with breaks for maximum creativity.
- • No judgment zone
- • Visual aids encouraged
- • Capture all ideas
🎯 Decision Making
Critical decisions and planning. 45-75 minutes optimal for complex decisions with proper preparation.
- • Pre-read materials
- • Clear decision criteria
- • Document outcomes
Frequently Asked Questions
How are meeting costs calculated?
Costs are calculated based on duration, participant count, and hourly rates. Different meeting types have multipliers to reflect complexity and preparation requirements.
What is meeting efficiency?
Efficiency measures the ratio of actual meeting time to total time invested (including preparation and follow-up). Higher efficiency means more time spent in productive meeting discussion.
How can I improve meeting efficiency?
Improve efficiency by reducing unnecessary preparation time, having clear agendas, starting on time, and minimizing follow-up requirements through better in-meeting documentation.
What's the optimal meeting length?
Most meetings are optimal at 30-60 minutes. Shorter meetings (15-25 min) work for quick updates, while longer sessions (90+ min) should include breaks and be well-structured.
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