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How to Talk to Others in Meetings

What The Chairperson Says to Begin A Meeting:

“Let’s begin.” “Let’s start.” “Let’s get down to business.”
“As you know…” “As you are aware…”
“Today we are here to discuss (the following points)…”
“Would you like the get the ball rolling?” “Would you like the start?” “Would you like to
kick off?” “Would you like to kick off the discussion / meeting?”

How to Ask for Opinions:

“What are your feelings on this, [Name]?” “What’s your opinion on this, [Name]?”
“What are your views, [Name]?”
“How does everyone feel about this?”
“Does anyone have anything further to add?”

Agree or Disagree in a Respectful Way:

“I agree.” “Absolutely.” “I couldn’t agree more.”
“Out of the question.”
“I’m afraid I can’t completely agree.” (more polite than ‘out of the question’)
“I see what you mean, but…”

How to Interrupt Someone:

“Can I just stop you there a second…”
“Sorry to interrupt, but…”
“Let me just clarify what you mean…”

Ending A Meeting (Video):

“We need to reach a consensus.” (We need to agree on what to do.)
“Let’s hear both sides of the argument.”
“We’re running out of time.”
“Let’s make a compromise.” (Similar to a compromise.)
“Can we please come to an agreement?”

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