If your city council or other jurisdiction uses detailed minutes, we suggest a switch to action minutes. This article describes why we recommend them. Free to download. 2 pages.
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Sometimes councils experience issues to do with the role of the presider and how much she or he dominates the group's conversation. This low-key article offers practical suggestions. Free to download. 2 pages.
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The qualities needed for leadership today are sometimes different from our expectations. The skills translators bring to their work can translate into broader gifts. This keynote address provides surprising insights relevant in any field. Free to download
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A discussion of two different aspects of leadership with reference to "The Muppet Movie," Miss Piggy and Kermit the Frog. Free to download. 2 pages.
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Sometimes we are in meetings with a chair who does not understand how to run good meetings. This short paper gives six suggestions as to what to do. Free to download. 2 pages.
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In meeting discussion, when should you interrupt a speaker? Four instances explained. Free to download. 2 pages
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An explanation of the correct way to "call the question" with light-hearted reference to a current science fiction television series, Battlestar Galactica. Free to download. 2 pages.
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Three simple rules to improve discussion in any situation, meeting or environment. Free to download. 2 pages
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Using this method can speed up your meetings and make them much more efficient. It's simple and easy to use once you understand how it works. This short paper explains the whole story. Free to download. 2 pages.
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The best way to hold efficient board meetings is to use the round robin method for discussion. This paper gives 13 tips on how to succeed with this method of running meetings. Free to download. 3 pages.
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The best way to hold efficient city council meetings is to use the round robin method for discussion. This article gives 13 tips on how to succeed with this method of running meetings. Free to download. 3 pages.
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What are Robert's Rules of Order and why should we care about them? Our best answers to these important questions for our society. Free to download. 2 pages.
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What is the point of rules of order? A description of what they are for, what they are NOT for, and how to introduce them to your group. Useful for a dialogue with your members about how best to achieve your group's goals. Free to download. 2 pages.
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There are many different "Robert's Rules" in print. Which is the right one for your organization? Read the answer in this free download. 2 pages.
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A discussion of who may raise a point of order and explanation why the rules of procedure should authorize city clerks to do so. Free to download. 2 pages.
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Boards of directors must be very, very careful when using email as a method of voting. In many instances you can't vote by email. Download this free paper to understand the reasons why, and to know when and how it is permissible to vote by email. 2 pages.
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