This excellent workshop is designed to take the stress out of note-taking and minute-writing by introducing approaches to write clearer and more accurate minutes.
As well as discussions and games, you will also watch video meetings and take real minutes. There will be a role-play meeting and you will also receive feedback from your trainer on what you need to do to improve
After this one-day workshop you will be able to:
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feel more confident during meetings and take better notes |
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save time on preparing minutes after meetings |
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write minutes which are clear, accurate and easy to understand |
You can expect to:
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discover how to overcome difficulties in note-taking and minute-writing |
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understand the conventions and formats for different types of meetings |
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improve the accuracy of your language |
Openers
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What competencies do minute-takers need? |
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What is the purpose of minutes? |
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How can minute-takers overcome difficulties? |
Preparing to take the minutes
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Understanding the rights and obligations of the minute-taker |
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Note taking formats |
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Types of minutes |
Language
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Selecting the right level of formality |
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Using reported speech |
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Getting your grammar right |
Summarising
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Reporting the outcome of meetings |
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Using diplomatic language |
Just do it!
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Video meetings |
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Role-play meetings |
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Review of your minutes |
This course is for staff who take notes in briefings, or who write the minutes of meetings.
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