Do you feel like your company does a good job of keeping its employees “in the know” on new processes, new business, product and service updates and other key operating details? A team status meeting is all about unifying the “big picture” of the company. Bringing everyone together, sharing key updates, answering questions and keeping the team motivated and on track for the week ahead. An well-planned and executed status meeting serves as an invaluable driving force of productivity and success.
Tips for an effective status meeting:
- Create A Template that will establish a consistent set of guidelines and talking points for your agenda for the week ahead. Here are some examples:
- Overview of all active accounts with listed action items.
- Highlights of accomplishments and challenges.
- List of prospects and new business acquisition.
- Need-to-know company news and announcements.
- Big picture items and projects that are on the horizon.
- Opportunity for feedback, comments and concerns.
- Prepare for next week’s status meeting throughout the week. Once you have a template established, it is easy to take notes as business is happening and fill in the blanks throughout the week. If you wait until an hour before the meeting, you are sure to miss an important point that needs to be discussed. This easy-to-manage template will guide you to a comprehensive and productive meeting.
- Watch the clock and respect your team’s time. Maintain control of the conversation and keep the participants on track. By using the template as a guideline for your team, you will be able to keep your status meetings as concise as possible, so that they are of benefit to everyone involved.
When you take the time to thoughtfully prepare for status meetings, your staff will notice and respond accordingly. When done consistently and with proper preparation, this approach to meeting with your team will increase efficiency and help to establish trust within and across company ranks.
At R2R Marketing, we believe in team work. With great leadership, clear guidelines and a goal to be achieved, every company can experience the success that they deserve. We are here to help with your success. Give us a call at 757-482-3492 or learn more at www.r2rmarkets.com.
