Mentoring for Chairs of Non-Profit Boards and Committees
Group meeting for mentoring and peer support.
A small group of 4-6 people who are currently chairing. Meeting in a supportive and confidential environment, the purpose is to learn and practice skills, discuss issues and develop support networks.
Six, monthly meetings each of 2 hours- Fee: $450.00 (incl GST)
(Optional) Individual observation & meeting coaching- Fee: $240.00 (incl GST)
I'm far more confident now! I can follow my gut feeling knowing that the process is right. It was great to share with others in the same situation- made me realise my challenges are normal. ~Lorraine Hooper, Chair, Community Radio Hamilton
Leading NFP Committee Meetings
One day workshop for those who chair regular meetings of an Incorporated Society or a Charitable Trust.
Chairing community organisation committee or board meetings is a very important task. The successful outcomes can hinge on the skills, strength and confidence of the meeting leader.
The Chairperson is responsible for the smooth running of the meeting, for applying the rules, keeping order, encouraging people to give their opinions and summing up the discussion – all while keeping to time and with the principles of good governance in mind.
The workshop will cover:
- Qualities & behaviours of a chairperson
- Planning the agenda & preparing for the meeting
- Opening and closing the meeting
- Setting ground rules
- Liaising with the minute secretary during the meeting
- Formal meeting procedures
- Keeping discussion moving
- Identifying and clarifying decisions
- Managing challenging behaviour
A well-presented and organised workshop. I go away with more knowledge as well as confirmation that what I have been doing is appropriate. ~ Workshop participant, Taupo
Taking Minutes for NFP Meetings
One day workshop for minute-takers with Incorporated Society or Charitable Trust committee or board meetings.
From the AGM to regular monthly meetings, committees and boards are a succession of meetings from which minutes must be taken. The minute-taker is expected to provide an accurate record, but often with no training or guidelines.
A successful minute-taker produces an accurate set of minutes, which provides a clear and concise record of discussions and the decisions taken for future reference.
The workshop will cover:
- Understanding the role of a minute-taker
- Identifying a good set of minutes
- Preparing for meetings before, during and after the event
- Selecting the important and relevant points from a discussion
- Methods & styles of note-taking
- Recording decisions & actions
- Choosing and using an appropriate style for minutes
Thanks for demystifying the minefield of information & taking the fear and frustration out of the role of minute-taker. ~ Workshop participant, Thames
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