Planning Meetings Fit for Purpose

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  • 7 videos | 15m 51s
  • Includes Assessment
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  • Certification PMI PDU
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Have you ever yawned your way through a presentation or meeting, and left feeling like it was a waste of your time? Maybe the meeting wasn't relevant to you or it wasn't presenting the information in an engaging way. Meetings are among the most expensive forms of communication, so it's essential to make the investment worthwhile. In this course, you'll discover a process for preparing effective meetings by establishing a clear purpose and objectives. With the right people and agenda, and solid prep work, you're nearly there! If you struggle to start meetings on the right note, this course can help you get the most out of them, saving you valuable time.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • Recognize the value of planning meetings
    Identify the questions to ask to determine if a meeting is necessary
    Identify who should participate in a meeting
  • Use a process for creating an effective agenda
    Recognize how to prepare yourself and others for a meeting
    Recognize the goals served by examples of opening statements in a meeting

IN THIS COURSE

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    In this course, you'll discover a process for preparing effective meetings by establishing a clear purpose and objectives. With the right people, agenda, and solid prep work, you're nearly there! If you struggle to start meetings on the right note, this course helps you to get the most out of them, saving you valuable time! FREE ACCESS
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    3.  Do We Really Need Another Meeting?
    2m 32s
    Meetings are just a part of normal business proceedings, right? Every company has them; they’ve always been there, like the furniture. But are meetings always the best way to communicate? Just how effective is a meeting going to be at addressing your specific issue? FREE ACCESS
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    4.  Inviting the Right Participants to Meetings
    2m 14s
    In some cases, it's obvious who should be there – a finance staff meeting, for example. But what about other types of meetings? It's not always so obvious who should attend. In this video, you'll learn how to choose the right people for your meetings. FREE ACCESS
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    5.  Where Agendas Meet Results
    2m 28s
    A well-planned agenda includes only items relevant to the meeting objectives, with a realistic amount of time for each one…listed in a logical sequence. Typically, an agenda includes the topics, speakers, and schedule. Learn how to create an effective agenda for your meeting. FREE ACCESS
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    6.  Readying People for Meetings
    2m 50s
    Effective meetings don't just happen by chance. Rather, they are the result of careful preparation. Don’t assume things will just run smoothly – assumptions are a time-proven recipe…for frustration! FREE ACCESS
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    7.  Getting Meetings Off To A Great Start
    2m 14s
    Learn how to recognize the goals served by examples of opening statements in a meeting. FREE ACCESS

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