Raise your hand if you’ve ever heard or said these words: “All those in favor, say ‘aye.’” “All those opposed, say ‘no.’” “Any abstentions?” And just keep your hand up...
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Raise your hand if you’ve ever heard or said these words: “All those in favor, say ‘aye.’” “All those opposed, say ‘no.’” “Any abstentions?” And just keep your hand up...
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I talk a lot on this blog about Robert’s Rules. But let’s be clear that Robert’s Rules (or your parliamentary authority of choice) is not the end-all, be-all. Truth-be-told, there are many sets...
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Does parliamentary procedure matter? Absolutely. But we all know that Robert’s Rules can really cramp your style. (Eighth wonder of the world: A parliamentarian actually admits the frustrations of procedure!) So, some good...
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As a parliamentarian, I’ve witnessed the confusion: Everybody’s cool with meetings and procedure until someone references the mysterious organizational “bylaws.” Instead of feeling comforted by this governing document, people suddenly...
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It’s Friday night and your executive director calls you and quits. Life happens, right? But what now? How do you have a special meeting – a meeting between normally scheduled meetings –...
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