Before a meeting
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Key people plan the agenda
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All participants are briefed about the items to be discussed
During a meeting
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Start on time
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End on time
- Keep the meeting focused
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Promote good group participation
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Make sure your next steps are clear.
Who's Responsible?
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We're all responsible for:
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finding out what's on the agenda
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arriving on time
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keeping the meeting on track
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promoting participation from everyone
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The chairperson is responsible for:
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opening the meeting
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closing the meeting
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promoting good group participation
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keeping the meeting on track
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planning the agenda with other key leaders
SAMPLE AGENDA
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Opening
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Minutes
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Brief Reports
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Action Item #1
Action Item #2
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Open Discussion