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Good business meeting etiquette makes an impression
December 19, 2005
By: Bob Whitehead
Proper etiquette can play a fairly significant role in
whether a meeting is a productive gathering or an
inefficient use of time. Starting the meeting off on the
right foot when it comes to manners ensures participants
that both they and their time are valid. Good business
meeting etiquette should be a priority for anyone who hosts
or attends such functions to ensure successful and effective
meetings.
Whether you are the meeting facilitator or a participant,
arriving a couple minutes early is very important. It allows
the meeting to start at the actual slated start time, which
helps make sure it does not run over the allotted time.
Informing participants of the purpose and subjects to be
discussed during business meetings is also considered proper
etiquette, so they have time to prepare.
The cell phone should always be off when entering the
conference room, or left in the office. If you're running
the meeting, it's good etiquette to address everyone as
equally important despite varying ranks in the business. As
a meeting participant, though, it's protocol to address the
chair or senior member in charge when making comments --
which should never be made at the expense of someone else
speaking.
The
Society for Technical Communication has eleven
"commandments" for good face-to-face meeting etiquette,
which differs slightly from
online meeting
etiquette. These are basic but important elements to
remember when in a conference, like paying attention so the
same question isn't asked twice.
A meeting facilitator shows both good manners and good
business sense by following these guidelines, thanking your
participants for their time and always sending follow-ups
with the minutes of the meeting. Proper etiquette on one end
can help ensure the favor is returned.
About the Author
Bob Whitehead is a successful freelance writer and
contributor to Web-Conferencing-Zone.com. Your
definitive guide to web conferencing services, online
collaboration software and web meetings for business.
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[ Following
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