Effective Meeting Minutes 1: What are Minutes?

by | Feb 4, 2018

I am often asked why minutes need to be taken at a meeting. The questioner seems to believe that it is a waste of time for someone to write down all that was said at a meeting, never to be re-visited again. Over the next several posts I would like to explore What are...

Respectfully Submitted

by | Feb 3, 2018

Question. Do you still use the terms “Respectfully submitted” when signing minutes? Answer. No. This practice is a carryover from more formal times and is no longer required. RONR11 states on page 471: “The words Respectfully submitted — although occasionally used —...

Getting a Motion Passed – 2 (During the Meeting)

by | Feb 3, 2018

During a meeting, try one or more of the following strategies to get a motion to pass: Make your motions promptly; be animated; sound enthusiastic. Have your motion written in advance; handing a written copy to the chair conveys momentum. A motion prepared in advance...

Getting a Motion Passed – 1 (Before the Meeting)

by | Feb 2, 2018

If you want a motion you support to pass; try the following strategies before the meeting:  Have the facts! When you know what is needed you can be more persuasive in your arguments Line up support in advance make certain your supporters will be attending the...

Unanimous (General) Consent

by | Jan 27, 2018

Question: I’ve heard the term general consent. What does it mean? How is it different than unanimous consent? Answer: First, general consent is just another name for unanimous consent. Unanimous consent is a method used when there appears to be little opposition to a...
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