CHEAT SHEET: Language Tips for Meeting Management

By Ann Macfarlane, Professional Registered Parliamentarian, Jurassic Parliament

Do you feel flummoxed by the language of Robert’s Rules? Is it a challenge for you to keep things running smoothly at your meetings? We have just what you need!

Download our CHEAT SHEET, Language Tips for Meeting Management, and practice saying the language tips, over and over, until they become second nature.

In a way, learning the language of Robert’s Rules of Order is like learning a foreign language. It can feel unfamiliar and strange. If you are willing to put up with feeling uncomfortable for a while, you can internalize these phrases and help your meetings achieve their goals. The jargon is unusual, but it works.

Are there other cheat sheets you would like to have? Let us know!

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