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Minutes of Meeting

What is Minutes of Meeting?

In today's fast-paced environment, people rush from meeting to meeting and have short memories. Much of what transpires during a meeting will be forgotten or clouded in memory. According to research, those who take notes, summarise and analyze what they hear are more likely to recall.

Not only will minutes takers retain more information, but they will also have the opportunity to record what they choose to recall from the meeting. Naturally, minute takers must act ethically. They cannot omit critical decisions or debates, but they can emphasize themes or opinions on which they are passionate.

How to Maintain Minutes of Meetings

1. Begin with the meeting's objective.

At the top of the meeting minutes, provide the objective and the meeting's name and date. It's easier to record minutes when you know exactly what the meeting's objectives are. If you are unsure of the meeting's purpose, be sure to inquire at the outset.

2. Compile a list of everyone in attendance at the meeting.

Compile a list of attendees. Please make a point of obtaining the names of unfamiliar individuals upfront since you will require them as you document the meeting.
If no one knows each other's names, hand around an attendance list or have everyone build their table tents with their names on them.
Include everyone attending the meeting remotely (by video or teleconference), as well as those who are unable to attend. Following the meeting, review the email invitation to ensure you included everyone.

3. Keep track of the start time.

By recording the start time and date of meetings in the minutes, you may begin to determine if there is a systematic issue with timely starts and communicate this to the participants after sufficient data has been collected.

4. Capture significant elements

Meeting minutes are not like the 1960s films in which the secretary enters the boardroom and sits silently, uninvolved. The note taker is required to participate as well. Concisely sketch down the meeting's key takeaways:

  • What is debated
  • What is determined
  • What is completed

  • Provide various perspectives during significant conversations and debates (using an anchor chart or some other shorthand). If a choice was made, express it before telling how it occurred. Effective meeting minutes should not be a verbatim copy of the meeting but should contain just enough information to prompt recall of the meeting's most important actions.
    It's critical to document not only what was decided but also how and by whom. Was the decision reached through a team vote, a consensus, or through the intervention of a "decider"? When an organization is having difficulty, it frequently searches for scapegoats to blame for specific outcomes. Minutes that are accurately recorded assist ensure that no one is held accountable for collective choices.

    5. Specify the subsequent procedures in detail.

  • What steps are necessary? These actions must be explicit enough that when others review these minutes, they will precisely understand the expectations.
  • Who is accountable for each action taken? Even if the action is allocated to a team, there should always be a DRI (Directly Responsible Individual). A DRI is in charge of the actions, propels them forward, and ensures they do not fall through the gaps. That being stated, include all team members involved in this effort, not just the DRI.
  • When does the action conclude? Give the desired state and specify the measurable outcome(s).
  • What resources will be required? Too frequently, actions and decisions are taken without the necessary resources to complete the task. Without the appropriate resources in mind or place, the organization as a whole may suffer. To maintain efficiency, determine the resources that will be required and obtain approval for them in advance, if possible.
  • When will the action commence and conclude? Frequently, leaders grow irritated because they recall making a decision but then lose track of when they should see progress. Including a start and finish, date establishes expectations for all meeting participants in advance, avoiding delay or confusion.
  • When will the DRI submit its report? Indicate whether the DRI will report again at a future meeting or separately to a particular party.
  • To whom the DRI report should? Specific organizations will require formal speeches, while others will accept a brief mention in a weekly report. Determine the appropriate format for reporting back to the team to satisfy all members.
  • 6. Ensure that your meeting minutes do not disparage or disgrace anyone.

    When sarcasm or intended comedy is written down, it is pretty easy for readers to misread it. The minutes are not the time to single out individuals or make others feel inferior. Maintain succinct and professional minutes.

    7. Proofread and edit the meeting minutes

    Typographical and grammatical errors divert readers' attention away from the main point. Verify for mistakes and ensure that the minutes are clear and concise. If possible, have your minutes proofread before distribution.

    8. Distribute the minutes immediately

    Priority is given to timeliness by God (or at least highly respected in organizational life). Produce meeting minutes within an hour of the conclusion of the meeting or by the end of the day at the latest. By offering feedback promptly, you can establish a sense of urgency and get things started.

    9. Include any pertinent documentation.

    Attach any handouts or documents electronically so that they are easily accessible to both participants and non-participants. This is beneficial for persons who were unable to attend the meeting or require a brief reminder of what was discussed.

    10. When dispersing the minutes, pose a question.

    When disseminating meeting minutes, please email attendees with a question, requiring them to consult the minutes to respond. If you do not ask a question, they are likely to let the email drown in a torrent of other equally essential emails. You may inquire as to whether you correctly understood a particular point or whether you correctly completed the assignments.
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