Topic: Meeting Skills - Team Meetings
Part1: Meeting Agenda
Setting: A multinational technology firm.
Meeting Purpose: Discussing the launch of a new product in US markets – a home butler robot called ‘Jeeves’.
Meeting Agenda
1. Introduction and objectives (by Team Leader)
2. Marketing strategy (by Marketing Manager)
3. Product development updates (by Product Developer)
4. Sales projections (by Sales Manager)
5. Budget considerations (by Financial Analyst)
6. Open floor for questions and suggestions
Roles:
1. Team Leader
2. Marketing Manager
3. Product Developer
4. Sales Manager
5. Financial Analyst
Part2: Preparation
Part 3: Conducting the Meeting
The Team Leader will begin by opening the meeting. Remember to take notes on what your colleagues say, as it may be relevant to your contribution.
Remember the meeting essentials:
• Active participation
• Productivity/efficiency
• Discussion / debate (it’s OK to interrupt with questions or key points)
• Decision-making