about a great meeting

The meeting is only the tip of the iceburg.   A Great Meeting, Inc. was founded on the assumption that people get involved because they want to make a difference. A basic understanding of the dynamics of effective group decision-making is the key to making a difference, whether the group follows Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised , The Standard Code of Parliamentary Procedure , Ray Keesey's Modern Parliamentary Procedure, or any other book of procedural rules. Henry Robert (of Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised fame) said it best:    "Ignorance of the rules and customs of deliberative assemblies is a heavy handicap to anyone who expects to influence the policy of a society."

A Great Meeting happens when every participant in the meeting has an equal opportunity to influence the outcome.   The atmosphere must be cordial, yet allow for disagreement.   The participants must understand the purpose of the meeting and be committed to making decisions in the best interest of the group as a whole.      Decisions made in that kind of atmosphere are more likely to be lasting decisions, accepted by everyone.

We are committed to providing you and your organization with the services and materials you need to make sure your next meeting is A Great Meeting!