Minute Taking

Course Overview

What is it about:

The ability to distil key points and document decisions and actions is a technique that can be taught and perfected. Minute taking is not about speedwriting but about recognising what is important and understanding the needs of the participants. This course will show you how to compile concise meeting notes covering all key points without wasting words or time.

Who is it for:

Anyone who is required to take factual records of meetings and distribute action points afterwards.

What will I get out of it

A checklist of what should be included in minutes
An understanding of the important dynamic between the minute-taker and chair person
Listening Techniques to enhance concentration
Skills to present minutes clearly accurately and professionally
Detailed knowledge of what makes a great set of minutes
The ability to filter and summarise large amounts of information
A blended learning experience allowing you to continue to develop skills in the workplace

Stage 1 - The course

Understand the purpose and various types of minutes

Writing styles and what to avoid
The duties and responsibilities of the Chair and minute taker
Working in partnership with the Chair
Devising an agenda - where to start and what other people will expect
Using the agenda in practice Improving your listening skills
Note taking - what could go wrong and different methods to make note taking easier
Note taking - practical exercises Being selective and sorting information effectively
Minuting workshop and practice excercise
Defining a good set of minutes
Re-writing badly done minutes
Bad minutes - feedback session
Overcoming the passive voice
Correct tone and professional language
Questions and answers with our experienced trainer

Stage 2 - MP3 Learning bites

Listen up

Learning to learn
Getting your message across

Stage 3 - e-learning

After you have attended the course a modular e-learning programme will be delivered to your inbox. These interactive bite-sizd follow-ups can be completed in your own time and will cement the learning from the course with further practical exercises on minute taking.

This course is not currently open to new bookings. If you would like more information on when this course will become available please call us on 0208 778 2349

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