Robert's Rules in Plain English 2e - A Readable, Authoritative, Easy-to-Use Guide to Running Meetings

A revised edition of the bestselling Robert's Rules in Plain English, which still stands as the most concise, most-user friendly guide to parliamentary procedure on the market today.

If you've ever had to run a meeting according to parliamentary procedures, you know just how difficult it is to keep track of all the rules, much less follow them. Figuring out what to say and how to say it seems an impossible task.

Robert's Rules in Plain English, 2nd edition, is the solution to that problem. Not only does it provide you with the essential, basic rules in simple, straightforward English, it also includes summaries, outlines, charts, and sample dialogues so you can see exactly how these rules work in practice.

With an extended glossary and new chapters on electronic meetings and internet usage, Robert's Rules in Plain English, 2nd edition, is an authoritative, modern guide to running a meeting successfully and keeping it on track.

This user-friendly guide breaks down everything you need for effective meeting management:

Agenda Preparation and Scripts: Learn how to create a solid agenda and follow a sample script for presiding officers to run your meeting with confidence. Motions Made Simple: Understand the different types of motions—subsidiary, privileged, and incidental—with easy-to-read charts and clear explanations of rank and precedence. Core Officer Duties: A complete resource for secretaries on minute taking and treasurers on financial reporting, including sample reports to ensure accuracy and compliance. Modern Meeting Rules: Navigate the new challenges of videoconferencing, conference calls, and e-mail with an entire section devoted to the parliamentary requirements of electronic meetings. Bylaws and Governance: Demystify the process of writing, amending, and revising your organization’s bylaws to ensure they serve and protect your group.