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More minute taking tips

Practically Perfect PA

It can be quite daunting taking minutes for a Committee that you have never met. Prior to the meeting introduce yourself to the chairperson (if you have not met them before) and ask them to either introduce you to the other Committee members or ask at the beginning of the meeting for each member to say their name. Remembering names.

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Technology to help with minute taking

Practically Perfect PA

About 10 years ago I used to manage 12 Committees as part of my role at the time. These minutes were just from the main Committee meetings – I also had to attend and minute other meetings throughout the year. Noteshelf – Notes & PDF £3.99. iPad Applications. This is an app for the iPad.

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Ten tips on preparing board papers

Practically Perfect PA

Working for a Company Secretary in one role and looking after 12 Committees in another means I have spent more time than I care to admit putting board papers together. Scan the final board papers into a PDF format for future reference. They have been the absolute bane of my life and I must admit I hated that part of my role.

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The ultimate app guide for assistants

Practically Perfect PA

Although I think this is mainly used for events I also think it works well for Committee meetings. The app converts the report to a PDF and then you can send that via email to yourself. This would be a great way to take registration at any events you organise or team building activities! Zwoor Event HD: Free. Expensify: Free.