Preparation for Upcoming Academic Meeting Template
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Ensure a successful academic meeting with this thorough preparation template. By reviewing previous meeting minutes, drafting and finalizing agendas, and preparing necessary materials, you can approach your meetings with confidence and clarity.
This template provides step-by-step tasks to help you organize and streamline your preparation process, ensuring all attendees are well-informed and all logistics are handled efficiently.
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Proposed Tasks
High Impact, Immediate Action
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Review Previous Meeting Minutes - due in 1 day
☐ Identify key points from previous meetings ☐ Check any pending action items -
Draft Meeting Agenda - due in 2 days
☐ Identify key topics for discussion ☐ Allocate time for each agenda item -
Distribute Draft Agenda for Feedback - due in 3 days
☐ Email draft agenda to attendees ☐ Collect and incorporate feedback -
Finalize Meeting Agenda - due in 4 days
☐ Make necessary adjustments based on feedback ☐ Distribute final agenda
High Impact, Strategic Planning
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Prepare Meeting Materials - due in 1 week
☐ Compile relevant documents ☐ Prepare presentation slides if necessary -
Distribute Meeting Materials - due in 1 week
☐ Email materials to attendees ☐ Ensure everyone has access to materials
Low Impact, Immediate Action
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Prepare Meeting Logistics - due in 1 week
☐ Book meeting room ☐ Ensure necessary equipment is available -
Send Meeting Reminder - due in 1 week
☐ Email reminder to attendees ☐ Include date, time, location, and agenda
Low Impact, Long Term Planning
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Conduct Pre-Meeting Check - due in 1 day
☐ Ensure all preparations are complete ☐ Check that all materials are ready -
Review Meeting Procedures - due in 1 week
☐ Ensure familiarity with meeting procedures ☐ Prepare to facilitate discussion