Top Ten Rules of Order Stran L. Trout, PRP 1. Don't let the rules get you down .
Many meetings run smoothly with informal use of rules.
Disagree without being disagreeable. The Chairman runs the meeting. Its important to have a skilled chairman who knows how to chair a meeting, not just someone who is has seniority or who is taking their turn. Close Debate by Unanimous Consent. All of this takes time, which you were trying to save by closing debate.