150 Years of Robert’s Rules of Order
Posted on February 16, 2026 by Jim Slaughter This Thursday, February 19, 2026, we mark the 150th anniversary of the first publication of Robert’s Rules of Order in 1876. For 150 years, this book has helped groups hold fair, organized, and effective meetings. That is...
Using Meeting Transcripts as an Executive Assistant
Written by : Nicky Christmas April 28, 2026 Meetings Management, Technology Meeting transcripts are useful for minutes, summaries, and action points, and they do save time. When you begin using meeting transcripts more intentionally, you start to see how much more...
What Is Quorum and Why Does It Matter?
Written by : Minutes Solutions, In the professional world of boardrooms and committees, a meeting is more than a gathering of people; it is a structured part of organizational governance. For a meeting to hold any weight, one specific condition must be met:...
How to Amend Approved Meeting Minutes
Written by: Minutes Solutions - info@minutessolutions.com While it is a common misconception that meeting minutes cannot be altered once formally approved, boards have the authority to correct the record if errors are discovered. Even with meticulous review, mistakes...
Draft vs. Approved Minutes: What’s the Difference?
Written by: Minutes Solutions - info@minutessolutions.com Draft minutes are an important working document, but they do not become an official record until they are reviewed and approved by the governing body. While in the draft form, they are preliminary, and that...
Does the Executive Director Belong in Board Executive Committee Meetings?
Dear Ask a Nonprofit Expert, Does the executive director belong in board executive committee meetings? Sincerely, Ethically Concerned Dear Ethically Concerned, This question manages to convey a lot of frustration in just a few words. I’m guessing you are either an...
Tom’s Board Minutes – Navigating Conflicts of Interest: Safeguarding Integrity in the Boardroom
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/toms-board-minutes-navigating-conflicts-interest-integrity-ward-oc0zc/ Conflicts of interest are a definite challenge in any organization, especially at the board level. They occur when the personal or financial interests of a board...
How to Use Point of Order Properly
https://youtu.be/-FKlE5LYSDI Written by Susan Leahy Point of order! Have you ever been to a meeting where a board member yells out “point of order”? Have you ever wondered “are they using it correctly”? How do you use a point of order? The purpose of this video is...
Motions vs. Resolutions — What you need to know
If you are responsible for taking minutes, you’ve likely frequently come across two terms: motions and resolutions. While they are closely related, it’s important to understand the differences and similarities. Motions and resolutions are the beating heart of formal...
Writing Board Meeting Minutes: Step by Step
Article provided by: https://www.boardeffect.com/contact/ Writing Board Meeting Minutes: Step by Step Effective minute-taking requires the secretary to take four steps. The steps include: Planning before the meeting Taking notes during the meeting Writing a formal...