Set Expectations for Participation
Think back to the best meeting you’ve attended recently. What made it so successful? It probably shared some of these traits: There was an agenda, and the meeting leader stuck to it. Each person had a reason for being there: something to learn or to contribute. You all interacted appropriately, posing questions or sharing input without fighting for the group’s attention or derailing the conversation. Everyone felt that the group processes were fair. For example, people saw decisions as legitimate, even if they didn’t agree. The meeting accomplished something. You solved a problem, made a decision, generated ideas, or communicated information. And, the meeting finished on time.
Sounds great, right? But these ...