List seven of the twelve tips to make meetings more productive. ...

[Collmarie]

List seven of the twelve tips to make meetings more productive.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Which of these is not a career function of mentoring?
 
  a. role modeling
  b. coaching
  c. exposure and visibility
  d. protection
  e. challenging assignment

[bbburns21]

Answer to Question 1

1. Do not call a staff meeting unless it is necessary.
2. Have a specific goal or purpose to accomplish, and announce it before you begin the meeting.
3. Ensure that attendees know their roles in the meeting and how to participate and that they arrive prepared.
4. Do not include items that can be covered more efficiently outside meeting time.
5. Keep the meeting as short as possible.
6. Use care in selecting the location of the meeting to avoid distractions and interruptions.
7. If a group decision is involved, get as much participation as possible.
8. Seek alternatives to any decision proposed so that the final decision is the best one.
9. Keep the meeting upbeat and energetic.
10. Enjoy a little laughter.
11. Use the meeting to demonstrate your leadership.
12. Conduct a personal evaluation so that you can do even better the next time.

Answer to Question 2

A