Who Should Attend?

Managers who run, or attend meetings, should attend this programme, to understand how to improve motivation, productivity, participation, and leadership skills through conducting well run, time-bound meetings.

About the Programme

Meetings are seen to be an important part of every business. Yet they are one of the biggest time wasters. Poorly planned, badly handled meetings cost hours of time that could be used more effectively. In the Gulf one of the main complaints of delegates on our Time Management programmes is - 'poorly planned', 'too long', 'badly run' meetings. Late attendance, no agenda, no prioritisation of items, poor chairmanship, etc., are all common complaints. This course provides all the essential skills for running effective meetings.

Course Objectives

• To examine the current methods of conducting meetings in delegates' organizations
• To clearly understand the techniques required for running effective meetings
• To examine communication techniques in face-to-face communication
• To give delegates the opportunity to practise the skills learned during the programme through a highly participative exercise

What You Will Gain

• An understanding of the key elements of running an effective meeting
• The skills of chairing a meeting successfully
• Increased confidence in both attending and running meetings
• The ability to consistently contribute effectively in meetings

Programme Contents

• Meetings Management
• Bad Meetings Vs Good Meetings
• Assessment: Rate Your Organization's Meetings
• Types Of Meetings
• When To Hold A Meeting
• What Do We Need To Think About To Run An Effective Meeting?
• Preparing For A Meeting
• Responsibilities Of The Meeting Leader
• The Agenda
• Listening & Questioning
• The Barriers To Effective Communication
• Overcoming The Barriers To Effective Communication
• Ten Good Questions To Ask
• Handling Conflicts Of Interest
• Meetings - A Practical Exercise

1 Day - Non-Residential

Delegate spaces available on the following course dates: