The rules of order used to run Formal meetings can be confusing and intimidating. Why, then, do we use them? Because they work! This is a simple guide on how to run a meeting according to those rules. It is intended for people who have little or no experience running meetings, and as such, is written clearly and concisely without unnecessary jargon or obscure references. The basic concepts, skills, and information discussed throughout this book are applicable to virtually any type of meeting, from large business meetings to smaller and less formal gatherings of community groups, strata councils, and so on. Includes: -- The basics: debate, making motions, and voting-- Types of committees and the reports that should be made-- Elections: nominations and counting the ballots-- Choosing a parliamentary authority-- Writing rules for your own group-- Plenty of samples and tables for easy reference
- ISBN10 0889089922
- ISBN13 9780889089921
- Publish Date 1 October 1989
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 20 December 2011
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Self Counsel Press Inc
- Edition 2nd edition
- Format Paperback
- Language English