There are steps any meeting leader can take to help make a meeting more effective. For example, an agenda distributed ahead of time with purpose, process and time frames outlined will clue participants into what to expect and how to prepare. It is hard to let go of biased perspectives when required to lead or facilitate. A professional facilitator allows staff to step out of assigned roles and add valuable input to discussions. The facilitator also orchestrates the meeting by pulling content from the right people and at the right stage in the process.
Planning is extremely important, time consuming and critical for a successful meeting.
If you choose, be prepared to share freely with a facilitator about what you expect. Plan to work together on the agenda and talk about how to manage the meeting. Whatever the purpose or need, a professional comes equipped with approach and exercise options to meet objectives. A good facilitator is always prepared to assist with process or conflict resolution. To learn more, E-mail, send snail mail, or give us a call.