Running and Facilitating Meetings

Courses - Personal Skills Courses
Book Training

Overview

This workshop is designed to help people responsible for running meetings at all levels to understand the role of the facilitator and to ensure that the meeting time is spent as productively as possible.

Level

This course is designed for those responsible for running meetings, or who will be involved in the near future. The style is participative and case studies are used to illustrate points made.

Content

  • The role of the chair
  • Preparation for the meeting
  • Agenda construction
  • The use and interpretation of body language
  • Speaking confidently
  • Controlling the meeting
  • Dealing with problems such as dominant or passive attendees
  • Summarising the discussions
  • Achieving the aims
  • Following up the meeting

Outcomes

Delegates who complete this course will be able to run and facilitate meetings with greater confidence. They will understand the importance of thorough preparation, the role of the chair, and be able to deal effectively with problems that arise at the meeting.

Linkages: This course links alongside Persuading and Influencing Skills
Maximum number of delegates: 12
Delivery: One-day workshop Book Training