10 Steps to Running a Worthwhile Meeting.

Meetings aren't all bad, although their cost can easily outweigh their benefits if they aren't managed well. Use this checklist to make your next meeting worthwhile.

1

Create a meeting agenda that explicitly identifies the goals of the meeting.

2

Assign a meeting leader.

3

Assign someone to record important decisions reached at the meeting.

4

Assign a coordinator to handle logistics.

5

Make sure participants who have specific tasks to perform know their roles and the time limit.

6

Structure the agenda so that participants with an important but limited role can attend just for the agenda items that are relevant to them.

7

Send out a succinct meeting agenda and supporting materials at least 24 hours in advance.

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