Meetings That Work
0 A vital skill for anyone running a business it is the ability to communicate
00 effectively. This is particularly important in a meeting where complex arguments
34 need to be put forward and where it istoovital to get the best out of the situation
35 and those present in as little time as possible. Before calling a meeting, ask
36 yourself if you actually need one, since so many are unproductiveresultsand do
37 not really need to take place. Sending an email orbyusing another means of
38 communication, such as a simple phone call, might achieve the desired results in
39 half the time. Having established the need for a meeting,soinform those you
40 wish to attend and ask people to be punctual.Concerningthe key to a good
41 meeting is an agenda, which needs to be sent out in advance and should state the
42 date, time and location. It should also contain the names of thoseoneswho will
43 be present and setthatout, starting with the most important, the points for
44 discussion. Ask in advance for suggestions for items to be discussedaboutbut
45 set a deadline for submissions in order to reduce the amount of time that has to be
spent under 'Any Other Business'.