From time to time it is good to check out expert advice for holding productive meetings.
Expert advice reminds us of the importance of controlling the meeting process and helps us set better meeting guidelines….this is about clarifying what you mean by Good Habits for Meetings.
To maximize meeting results, here’s what Brian Tracy recommends in his book, ‘Time Power”
7 Ways to Make Meetings More Efficient
- Is the meeting necessary, if not then don't have it. Consider alternatives to holding a meeting. Who should attend? - Only invite those people. And ask - is it necessary for me to attend?
- Have a written agenda for the meeting. Write out the purpose of the meeting. Send the agenda to participants at least 24 hours ahead.
- Start and stop on time. Don't wait for latecomers. Perhaps, lock the door from the inside so latecomers can not get in…this helps them develop self-discipline.
- Cover important items first. That way you ensure they get done.
- Summarize each conclusion.
- Assign specific responsibility for next action steps. Include deadlines for their completion.
- Send out meeting minutes shortly after the meeting. This will confirm what action will be taken, who agreed to be responsible for taking that action, and when that action will be completed.
Footnote:
- Link to Brian Tracy’s Time Power
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rick baker ·
"And to perform effectively a team needs to decide intelligently, commit resolutely, and execute impeccably. A good meeting focuses on the first two, in order to accomplish the third." Fred Kofman Executive Coach - Philosopher - Author of Conscious Business 'Cut Your Meeting time by 90%', August 19, 2013