Taking minutes arguably tops the list of “most thankless jobs,” and those who assume the role often wish they hadn’t been such a willing volunteer. But accurate minutes are a...
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Taking minutes arguably tops the list of “most thankless jobs,” and those who assume the role often wish they hadn’t been such a willing volunteer. But accurate minutes are a...
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If you’ve been tasked with taking minutes, the parliamentarian says to take heart. Here’s a four-step guide (with a bonus tip) to streamline your job. Step 1: Start with the...
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1. What is a point of order? The phrase “point of order” refers to a situation where a rule (e.g., portion of the bylaws or Robert’s Rules) is not being...
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1. What is a friendly amendment? A friendly amendment is a proposed change to a main motion, made to clarify or improve the wording of the motion. Though “friendly amendment”...
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1. Does a group have to adopt an agenda? Yes. The act of adopting an agenda honors your members’ right to an efficient and fair meeting by allowing them to...
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