This PPT slide, part of the 30-slide Complete Toolkit for Improving Meetings PowerPoint presentation, outlines best practices for conducting effective meetings, structured around "The 40-20-40 Rule," which emphasizes the importance of preparation, execution, and follow-up. Each section is allocated a percentage to highlight its significance in the overall meeting process.
Preparation, accounting for 40% of the focus, includes key actions such as preparing and distributing the Terms of Reference (TOR) and agenda. Assigning specific roles—Owner, Chairperson, Scribe, and Coach—is crucial for clarity. The agenda should be utilized to differentiate between required and optional attendees, ensuring that the right people are present. Completing action items and updating the electronic action log beforehand is also emphasized, along with distributing pre-reading materials that include executive summaries. Reading these documents and clarifying any issues prior to the meeting is vital for informed participation.
Execution, which represents 20%, stresses shared responsibility among all participants for meeting efficiency. Clear role definitions and a review of the TOR and agenda are necessary. Recapping the action log from the previous meeting and adhering to agreed Ground Rules are also highlighted. The presence of a meeting Coach is recommended to monitor performance and address issues as they arise.
Follow-up, again at 40%, focuses on updating the electronic action log promptly after the meeting. Participants are expected to take ownership of their action items and ensure they are completed by the due date. The latest action log should be reviewed at the start of the next meeting, with overdue items highlighted and completed tasks acknowledged. This structured approach aims to enhance accountability and ensure that meetings lead to actionable outcomes.
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