Programme outline
We spend so much time in meetings that it is essential to spend that time wisely. All too often, a group of people meet with no real objective or agenda and leave the meeting feeling very little was achieved. This programme teaches participants to structure meetings more effectively and make them more productive.

Who should attend?
Anyone who leads or chairs meetings.

Learning method
This programme is interactive and involves group work and discussions. Participants will be given the opportunity to practise chairing and participating in meetings.

Programme content

Making meetings shorter, more productive and focused
Appreciating the role of the chair
Using time effectively
Strategies for gaining positive participation
Strategies for dealing with dominant attendees
Time is money
Purpose of the meeting
Planning the meeting
The type of meeting - formal / informal
Structure
Inviting agenda points prior to the meeting
Setting a clear, timed agenda
Leading the meeting
Clarifying ground rules and objectives
Processing discussions
Encouraging discussions and controlling timings
Effective communication
Use of statements
Questioning and listening skills
Clarifying and summarising and implementing action points
Action planning