Toastmasters UK North & Ireland

How to run effective and efficient meetings

Date/Time
Date(s) - 03/11/2026
7:15 pm - 8:30 pm

Online event:  Register


Session Description:

Mastering the art of structured meetings is the key to achieving real results without wasting time. This training session will teach you how to run effective and efficient meetings using Parliamentary Procedure and Robert’s Rules of Order.
What we will cover:
• The Fundamentals of Robert’s Rules: Navigating motions, amendments, and voting without confusion.
• Agenda Mastery: Structuring your meeting to keep debate focused and on time.
• The Role of the Chair: Managing dominant voices and encouraging fair participation.
• Minutes & Records: Ensuring accurate documentation of every decision.

Limited spaces so join up today. Preference given to D71 members and those that have not attended this course before.
Meetings weekly, every Tuesday at 19:15 to 20:30 by four sessions.
Participants will be expected to attend all four sessions to gain full benefit.
Purchase of Robert’s Rules Of Order newly revised in brief is essential as training will be based on this book.

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Learning Objectives:

• Run agendas that stick to the clock. Learn the standard order of business to eliminate wasted time.
• Master the motion process. Confidently make, amend, and vote on proposals without confusion.
• Stop debates from dragging on. Protect every voice while keeping the meeting moving forward.
•Preside with confidence. Handle disruptions with ease. Use quick parliamentary tricks to instantly get back on track.