COURSE: CONDUCTING EFFECTIVE MEETINGS

About this course: Learn how to effectively lead meetings that increase motivation and
productivity, while maximizing time management.

In this course, you will:

 Learn how plan a successful meeting

 Develop an agenda for a productive meeting
 Implement a meeting structure that improves communication and
results
 Create guidelines for your meetings to increase engagement
 Receive tips on how create a positive meeting environment, for both
in-person & virtual meetings

Course Outline:

Section 1: Welcome Section 5: Meeting Ground Rules

 Welcome to the Course  Using Guidelines or Ground Rules
 Exercise: Past Meetings  Decision-Making Methods - Pros and
Section 2: Planning the Meeting Cons
 Why Will You Have a Meeting? Section 6: Different Environments and
 Who to Invite Setups
 The Best Meeting Duration
 Choosing a Good Room or Space
 Preparation Needed?
Section 3: Crafting the Agenda  The Benefit of Standing Meetings
 Introduction  Tips for Virtual Meetings
 Before Creating the Agenda Section 7: Conclusion
 Creating the Agenda  Recap
 Getting the Timing Right
Section 4: Meeting Structure
 How to Start Your Meeting
 Using a Check-In
 Managing Expectations
 Using Reflection to Improve Your
Meetings
 How to End Your Meeting
 Exercise: Clarify Expectations
 Information, Discussion or
Decision-
Making