Worksheet for Meeting Leadership

Instructions: Make a check mark next to any effective behaviors used by the leader and make brief notes describing the behavior in more detail. Other leadership behaviors can be added on the reverse side.

Clearly explains the purpose of the meeting and required preparations.

Describes the problem without implying the cause or solution.

Shares essential information with group members.

Allows ample time for idea generation without immediate evaluation.

Encourages and facilitates participation by all members.

Keeps the discussion focused on the purpose or objective.

Uses systematic procedures for evaluation of proposed solutions.

Clarifies communication and summarizes progress in a timely way.

Encourages an integrative "win$-$win" solution if there is conflict.

Clarifies member responsibilities for implementation.