Does running your own meeting scare you?

It’s spooky season which means we wanted to take some time to address something that may scare some of you! 

At some point in your career it’s likely that you’ll get the chance to run your own meeting. Running a meeting can indeed be intimidating for some people. The thought of leading a group, managing discussions, and ensuring everything stays on track can be quite daunting. It's normal to feel nervous or apprehensive about taking the lead in a meeting, especially if it's a new experience.

However, with preparation, practice, and some helpful tips, anyone can become more confident and effective in running meetings. If this makes you feel anxious, confused, or you simply want to develop your skills, Admin and More have a range of products that will help you get prepared and boost your confidence! 

Our Deliver a Successful Meeting Pack is a comprehensive pack full of resources you can use to host effective business meetings. This includes our ‘Everything you need to know about meetings’ eBook, pre and post meeting checklists. There are also two customisable templates you can edit to fit your business - one for a meeting agenda and one for taking minutes. 

Running a meeting can be nerve-wracking, but here are some free tips to help you feel more confident:  

1. Prepare an agenda to keep the meeting focused. 

2. Practice active listening and encourage participation. 

3. Set clear goals and objectives for the meeting. 

4. Stay organised and manage time effectively. 

5. Embrace any nerves as a sign that you care about the meeting's success. Remember, practice makes perfect! 

Running meetings can prove to be very stressful. It can be hard to remember everything that needs to be done and having to take minutes can cause additional pressure. If hosting meetings is one of your duties, our comprehensive meeting pack can support you! 

To find out more, why not book a FREE 1-2-1 consultation call with us today and we can discuss other ways in which we can support YOU!