When we ask people about the meeting they have at work, most – up to 70% of people, say that the meetings they go to
After a while of being quiet, I am re-starting this blog as there seems to be a lot of interest. Please submit any questions you
I have received a question from a person who found me on Google. His question is that the Chair had refused to accept an amendment
Just how much detail do you need to put in minutes? Minutes are a record of what was decided and what was done – not
Lainie has asked this question: Is there a correct methord of keeping a members register? The Members Register is something that most voluntary organisations need
A question has been received from John of Ballajura in WA. We had a person who is unfinancial but used to be a member attend
When is a member no longer financial? This is a common question. I have seen legal advice which gives the following answer but you must
A question has been asked by Helen in Western Australia: I recently attended a meeting where the required quorum wasn’t present – the 3 of
This question has been asked by Amanda in Adelaide, South Australia. “We have a constitution for our organisation which says that a person can be
Jackie has asked the following question: Last year’s agm mintues have been sent out for a meeting later this month. My name has been used
Tepora Wright has asked the following question: What is the difference between an ordinary meeting and a special meeting? The best way to think of
Tepora Wright has asked the following question: Do you have to table minutes of an ordinary meeting at a special meeting? I hate being pedantic,
Bon has asked the following question: What can you do if you are unable to locate the preceding AGM minutes due to poor record keeping
Sybille from Queensland has asked the following question: Do you actually have to read the minutes from the previous year’s AGM at the next AGM
Sounds like a tricky question doesn’t it? The issue is easy to understand when you understand the meaning of a “general” meeting. There are really
There are several types of meetings. Most are called ordinary or regular meetings. Some are special meetings. Sometime the term extraordinary meeting is used. Then
Here is a list of books on meeting procedure for Australia and New Zealand. General books on meeting procedure Meeting Procedure Made Easy By David
Karen from Doubleview in Western Australia has asked about the protocol when vacating the chair to make a presentation. Presiding over a meeting as the
Ann from Presque Isle, Maine in the United States has asked for tips about taking minutes on a laptop computer. The trick here is to
Andrea from Koroop in Victoria, Australia has asked: “Can the president move a motion at a meeting? What law is this held under?” The short
Alan of New South Wales has asked this question and mentioned that a member of his group has pointed out that Robert’s Rules may not
Terry from Morley has asked about Treasurer’s reports. He is in a not for profit association and he serves on the executive committee. Their treasurer
A Consent Schedule is a great tool to shorten any meeting Most meetings which people attend contain a number of items on the agenda. Some
One of the important considerations for meetings which last more than 2 hours is the chairs. Many venues save money on the chairs they buy and this
The level of light can have a considerable impact on the outcome of the meeting. The more light there is in the room, the more
This is one of the most common questions I receive. The answer is simple and clear – as soon as possible after the meeting. Business
A question has been received about the minutes of an AGM. The minutes of the AGM are approved as an accurate record at the next
This sounds crazy but it’s true. A meeting held in a room with windows will generate more positive discussion and ideas than a closed room.
Alan of Victoria has asked this question because in his volunteer group, the chairman and the secretary insist on seeing the minutes which the minute
Don’t ask me why, but in my more than 25 years working with people on their meetings, dog clubs and volunteer fire brigades seem to
Every time you speak or lead a meeting your leadership skills are on show.
With his broad skillset as a high-level presentation skills coach, meetings advisor and impartial chair, professional strategic planning facilitator and motivational speaker David builds stronger leaders.
He gives current and emerging leaders the skills and confidence to own the room whenever they speak.
Every time you speak or lead a meeting your leadership skills are on show.
With his broad skillset as a high-level presentation skills coach, meetings advisor and impartial chair, professional strategic planning facilitator and motivational speaker David builds stronger leaders.
He gives current and emerging leaders the skills and confidence to own the room whenever they speak.
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