1.

Define the terms:

Formal meeting: A formal meeting is a prearranged assembly where participants come

together to discuss predetermined topics, follow established procedures, adhere to agendas,
and often make decisions.

Informal meeting: An informal meeting is a spontaneous or loosely organized gathering

where participants come together to discuss topics in a relaxed manner without strict
adherence to agendas or formal procedures.

2. List 2 formal and 2 informal types of meeting

Informal meeting: Brainstorming Session

Lunchtime Discussion
Formal meetings: Annual General Meeting
Court Hearing

3. Define each formal & informal type of meeting

Informal meetings:
Brain storming session: A casual gathering of team members aimed at generating
creative ideas, problem-solving, and fostering collaboration in a free-flowing and
relaxed environment.

Lunchtime discussion: An informal gathering typically held during lunch breaks where
colleagues come together to exchange ideas, share updates, and build relationships in a
more relaxed setting compared to formal meetings.

Formal meetings:
Annual General Meeting: A formal gathering of shareholders and company officials to
review financial performance, vote on resolutions, and discuss matters pertinent to the
corporation's governance.

Court hearing: A formal assembly within a legal setting where judges, attorneys,
plaintiffs, and defendants convene to present evidence, argue cases, and seek judicial
rulings.
4. State 1 purpose of each type of meeting
Informal meeting:
Brainstorming session: The purpose of a brainstorming session is to generate creative
ideas, explore new possibilities, and solve problems collaboratively within a group
setting, often without the constraints of formal rules or structures.

Lunchtime discussion: The purpose of a lunchtime discussion is to facilitate informal

communication, build camaraderie among colleagues, and provide an opportunity for
networking and relationship-building outside of formal work contexts.

Formal meeting:
Annual General Meeting: The primary purpose of an Annual General Meeting is to
provide shareholders with updates on the company's financial performance, vote on
important matters such as electing directors or approving dividends, and offer a platform
for stakeholders to address concerns directly to company leadership.

Court hearing: The purpose of a court hearing is to allow both parties involved in a
legal dispute to present their arguments, provide evidence, and seek a resolution or
decision from a judge or jury regarding the case.

5. One advantage and disadvantage of each type of meeting

Informal meeting:

Brainstorming session
Advantage: Brainstorming sessions foster creativity and collaboration.

Disadvantage: They may lack structure, leading to tangential discussions and difficulty
in prioritizing ideas.

Lunchtime discission
Advantage: Lunchtime discussions foster camaraderie and relationship-building.

Disadvantage: They may blur personal and professional boundaries, potentially leading
to unproductive gossip or exclusionary behaviors.
Formal meetings:

Annual General Meeting

Advantage: Annual General Meetings provide structured platforms for shareholders to
receive updates and make informed decisions.

Disadvantage: They can be bureaucratic and time-consuming, limiting engagement.

Court hearing
Advantage: Court hearings offer formal, impartial settings for resolving disputes based
on legal principles.

Disadvantage: Litigation can be costly, adversarial, and time-consuming, potentially

exacerbating tensions between parties.