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The Micropolitics of Meeting Room Seating
Season 1
Episode 26
Published 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Description
This episode examines how where you sit in a meeting room can affect your perceived influence and career trajectory. Lucas and Luna break down research on spatial dynamics — including a 2023 study from the Journal of Organizational Behavior showing that people who sit at the head of a rectangular table speak 32% more often than those in the mid-sides — and discuss how to use seating as a quiet tool for participation and visibility. They also explore the unwritten rules of claiming a seat without seeming aggressive, and what happens when you walk into a room where all the power positions are already taken.