system
The wife asks questions about the project to ensure they understand the purpose of the meeting and avoids sidetracking discussions. The husband suggests doing something similar for previous meetings to stay focused and value everyone's time and resources.
human
What are you doing with that list?
gpt
I'm checking the questions I want to ask in the meeting. I want to make sure they relate to the purpose of the meeting.
human
That's a good idea. What kind of questions do you have?
gpt
Just clarifying questions about the project. I want to make sure I understand everything that will be discussed.
human
That's smart. Have you had any trouble in previous meetings getting the information you need?
gpt
Yes, sometimes the discussion can go off track and I end up leaving the meeting without the information I needed.
human
I see. Well, it sounds like you're putting in the effort to make sure you understand the purpose of the meeting and what you need to get out of it.
gpt
Exactly. Plus, it helps me stay focused during the meeting instead of getting sidetracked.
human
That makes sense. I think I might start doing something similar for my meetings. 
gpt
It definitely helps to be prepared and focused. And it shows that you value everyone's time and resources.