QBRs should be decision forums, not status theater. Set them up to create accountability and budget clarity.
Prep for decisions
- Pre-read with friction points, data slices, and proposed actions.
- Assign decision owners before the meeting starts.
- Limit the live session to decisions and trade-offs.
Convert to execution
Capture commitments, owners, and dates in the room. Publish to a shared tracker and revisit at the next weekly cadence.
Protect the tone
Keep the room calm and constructive. Celebrate fixes and remove blame—focus on systems, not individuals.