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The ‘Continuity’ Meeting

Ever been in a meeting where the only outcome was to agree more meetings? This may not have been an...

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The ‘Continuity’ Meeting

Ever been in a meeting where the only outcome was to agree more meetings? This may not have been an accident. In some circumstances, and/or some types of organisations, there can be a constant need to be seen to be progressing along (notice I avoid saying making progress) but a great anxiety about making real…

Closing a Meeting

The sixth stage in our model for effective meetings is Closing a Meeting. On the MeetingArk website you can find discussion groups about Closing a Meeting, and a set of FAQs (and answers) relating to Closing a Meeting. Whilst first impressions are recognised as significant, it is worth remembering that last impressions can be lasting…

Meeting Etiquette

Central to our model for effective meetings is Meeting Etiquette. On the MeetingArk website you can find discussion groups about Meeting Etiquette, and a set of FAQs (and answers) relating to Meeting Etiquette. Our discussion groups on Meeting Etiquette covers a number of topics, starting with attire. How formally or informally should you dress for…

Sneaky Tips: a few friendly ‘wisdoms.

Attendance: One of the best ways to confirm whether you have been invited to a meeting just to make up numbers is to fail to turn up then see if anyone noticed your absence or complains about it. Minute Taking: If you are chairing a meeting and want to ensure proper records are kept of…

Duets

Two person (business) meetings, duets we will call them, tend to fall into one of four areas: education, security, political or disciplinary. Recognising which is sometimes explicit but not always and can sometimes combine two or more of the four. Looking at each: (1) Education: This is a broad category and covers duets for a…

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