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How to Keep Team Meetings on Track

The Center For Leadership Studies

The important point is that the team has a finite and predetermined amount of time to accomplish the objectives of each meeting. This team member is responsible to champion the purpose and objectives during the meeting. Follow the “Responsible Accountable Consulted Informed (RACI)” chart. Appoint a “Guardian.”

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Making Team Meetings Worthwhile

The Center For Leadership Studies

Their perception (and perception is reality) was simply that most objectives could be achieved more effectively through other means. A great guide for who should be in the meeting is a RACI chart: Who is responsible for actions on the topic, initiative or project? Invite the right people. and by when. Keep the meeting brief.

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Why Decisions Get Second-Guessed, and What to Do About It

Harvard Business Review

Take advantage of one of the many good models out there, such as RACI , to help you define various roles and responsibilities from start to finish. Be sure to consult with those who might have objections to get their point of view, and include a representative of the team that will carry out the decision once it’s made.

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