Fifteen Ways to Master a Meeting

Here are some tips you can use to master a meeting .

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Discuss but don't argue.
- Learn the difference.
- Practice expressing your opinions calmly, with a pleasant expression on your face.
- Practice phrases like, "Another way we could look at this is…" or, "I see your point but have you thought about…"
The head of the table is a seat of authority.
- The three other important positions are those to the right or left, and, unless it is too far away, the position directly opposite.
Another good position is a corner position, because you can make eye contact with more people.
- If you are free to choose any position around the table you wish, try one of these positions and see if it makes a difference in how you feel.
If you are seated and an important person enters the room, stand up to shake hands. A woman should rise to her feet as readily as any man.
- Just remember to do this.
If you are holding the meeting, reserve the most impressive, appropriately appointed conference room, when the meeting warrants it.
- This will add status to your meeting.
- Identify times when this would be warranted.