If you are asked to organise a meeting, ensure all communication with the participants include

• the purpose of the meeting
• a prepared agenda
• location / venue, date and time for the meeting
• expected duration explicitly stated in the original message

When involved in a meeting

• be ready to contribute
• check processes for the organisation
• clafiify expectations of reporting back on your project
• be brave enough to comment or ask a question
• record expected actions and deadlines resulting from the meeting
• be punctual
• remember expectations discussed earlier regarding mobile phones in meetings

If asked to take minutes for a structured meeting

• record decisions clearly and concisely
• include relevant information such as times and people involved
• follow the procedures and requirements of the organisation