Etiquette Rules For Meetings

Most Important Etiquette Rules For Meetings That All Of Our Staff Should Be Adhere TO

It has been noticed that there has been a drop in attendance and productivity in routine business meetings, with staff complaining that the meetings are a waste of time. Therefore, our manager want to highlight that it is important for attendance at meetings, and that there will be formal etiquette created that all staff will be expected to adhere to. The etiquette will be created based on why the staff feels the meetings are a waste of time.

1. Have a strong agenda.

This is part of being prepared, but you should have a good, strong agenda so that you can stay on track. 

2. Don’t save all your questions for the end.

Ask your questions at the appropriate time. Do not be the person who starts “asking questions and adding stuff that doesn’t need to be added” when everyone’s getting ready to go.

3. Do not have your phone out.

A lot of people keep their phones on the table during meetings. Don’t do this. Even if you aren’t looking at your phone, it can get distracting if it starts lighting up or making noises.



Additional resources of meeting etiquette is provided in the link here.