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. Do you have to be impartial to chair a meeting? No. The Chair should maintain a position of professional neutrality. And the Chair should convey impartiality (1) by recognizing...
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1. What vote is required to adopt the motion to table? A majority vote is required to adopt the motion to table, officially called the motion to Lay on the...
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Today’s fun fact about parliamentary procedure: There’s a little-known option for making a motion—you can draft a motion that includes a “blank,” and members can propose options for that blank...
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