Getting Managers Prepared for a meeting

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Getting Managers Prepared for a meeting

We have multiple managers in our department and during meetings they make decisions without knowing all the facts or being on the same page. This is very concerning to faculty. How can managers avoid confusion when creating a meeting agenda?

Dr. Gary Carlson

Todd,
Decisions often come from the top and they sift down to a meeting. It is important leaders can make decisions but also are willing to hear feedback. A meeting should warrant enough time to apprise people of the meeting agenda and opportunity to respond to the agenda expectations. A meeting alone may not be enough time if the issue is bigger than an hour of time. At the end of the day the leadership needs to be consistent with their communication and direction.

Dr. Gary Carlson

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Getting Managers Prepared for a meeting