The Boringly Concise Guide To Making A Motion
September 29, 2016
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“I’d like to make a motion.” How often have you heard someone pop this little surprise at a meeting? It comes right out of the blue,…
Tag: Facilitation
Overcoming Team Tension – Part 1
September 23, 2016
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You’re working on a big project. Deadlines are approaching. Major work needs to be done. Numerous team members are involved. The goal is clear…
How To Attend The Best Meeting Ever
September 21, 2016
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Were there any important decisions made at the last dinner party you attended? Probably not. You never think about a dinner party as having an agenda or a…
Establishing Ground Rules for a Meeting
September 19, 2016
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It has become customary to establish ground rules for conduct during a facilitated meeting. I like to think of these as the contract between the facilitator and the group…
Developing An Effective Process For Discussion
September 1, 2016
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To plan a good format for a meeting, facilitators need to be aware of the different ways that individuals process information and offer their input.
For example, many…
Using a Parking Lot Effectively During a Meeting
August 29, 2016
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A parking lot is a list of issues that have been “parked” (set aside for later discussion) during a meeting, allowing the meeting leader or…
