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Ways To
Communicate
Effectively In Meetings

Knowing how to
communicate well in meetings is
vital for making them efficient and productive.

1

Be
On
Time

Nothing says that a meeting is not important more
than turning up late to it. Not sticking to the allocated
time schedule in a meeting also shows a lack of
respect for other people’s time. Be aware of the
message that you are sending.

Stay
On
Topic

2

Choice
Of
Words

4

Engage
Active
Listening

6

An agenda should be driven by action and sent
to attendees in advance. If an item comes up for
discussion that is not on the agenda make a
note to discuss it during General Business or
schedule it in for another time.

3

Voice
Of
Success

The energy in your voice can give clues to
the message that you are sending.
Are you delivering your point with confidence?
Does your message sound positive or negative?
What feeling is your tone of voice reflecting?

Your choice of words and language in a
meeting can sometimes persuade opinions to go
in your favour or do the reverse. Be mindful
when choosing your words and avoid language
that makes assumptions or discriminates.

5

Watch
Body
Language

Body language is just as important as
verbal communication. It provides clues to
your attitude and state of mind – be
conscious of the message that you’re
sending with your body language.

When you are not speaking make sure that
you are practising good listening skills.
Actively listening to your colleagues can
help you to better understand and
communicate with them.

7

Avoid
All
Distractions

Following the agenda and staying
within the timeframe of each action point
will help you to stay focused. Have water
at hand to remain hydrated and put your
phone away to avoid external distractions.

Business Communication Skills.
Infinite Possibilities. Endless Opportunities.

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7 Ways To Communicate Effectively In Meetings

  • 1. 7 Ways To Communicate Effectively In Meetings Knowing how to communicate well in meetings is vital for making them efficient and productive. 1 Be On Time Nothing says that a meeting is not important more than turning up late to it. Not sticking to the allocated time schedule in a meeting also shows a lack of respect for other people’s time. Be aware of the message that you are sending. Stay On Topic 2 Choice Of Words 4 Engage Active Listening 6 An agenda should be driven by action and sent to attendees in advance. If an item comes up for discussion that is not on the agenda make a note to discuss it during General Business or schedule it in for another time. 3 Voice Of Success The energy in your voice can give clues to the message that you are sending. Are you delivering your point with confidence? Does your message sound positive or negative? What feeling is your tone of voice reflecting? Your choice of words and language in a meeting can sometimes persuade opinions to go in your favour or do the reverse. Be mindful when choosing your words and avoid language that makes assumptions or discriminates. 5 Watch Body Language Body language is just as important as verbal communication. It provides clues to your attitude and state of mind – be conscious of the message that you’re sending with your body language. When you are not speaking make sure that you are practising good listening skills. Actively listening to your colleagues can help you to better understand and communicate with them. 7 Avoid All Distractions Following the agenda and staying within the timeframe of each action point will help you to stay focused. Have water at hand to remain hydrated and put your phone away to avoid external distractions. Business Communication Skills. Infinite Possibilities. Endless Opportunities.