Technically, this is not part of the agenda, per see, but having too much time can encourage group members to linger and go off on tangents that lead nowhere. Lengthening meetings can put people at risk of bein… See more

Try grouping similar talking points under unique sections and headings within your agenda. This helps people focus on similar topics and stay in one frame of mind before switching contexts. See more

This gives people time to think about what they want to say and review any information they may need for their contribution. The agenda will help them be ready when it's time for them to speak up. See more

Putting people on the spot during a meeting is generally not a good idea, but people will feel better about answering questions if they see them listed in the agenda and will have an opportunity to think about them in advance.… See more