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...
How to Properly Amend Meeting Minutes
This Article is written by Minute Solutions: Founded in 2014, Minutes Solutions Inc. is the global leader in professional, third-party minute taking. Our large team of minute takers and editors serves organizations in every industry. We save you hours by taking your...
Understanding In-Camera Meetings
If the phrase sounds unfamiliar to you, even if you take a lot of minutes or attend many meetings, you aren’t alone. When I first heard the phrase, I thought it meant “it was recorded,” but in reality, it means the opposite. It’s not English, but Latin means “in...