Effective Participation in meetings - A great way to showcase your Personal Brand

Our personal brand - is who we are! And we carry it with us everywhere we go. There are many opportunities to amplify your brand to the world, and meetings, internal or external, are great avenues to hone or showcase your brand’s signature. Some small acts of mindfulness in meetings can really help you get started on the journey to craft your signature brand, not just within your organisation but beyond.

So, if you’re looking at building a reputation as a formidable influencer, take note that thorough preparation, clear and concise communication, proactive engagement and the adept steering of discussions toward outcomes are all hallmarks of great leaders & professionals. Before walking into any meeting… take a second and centre yourself and remind yourself: PCEO - Prepare/Communicate/ Engage & Drive outcomes.

To truly make an impact, it’s essential to inculcate some key ideas:

Clear Objectives:?Set clear objectives for the meeting in advance or familiarise yourself with the objectives and outcomes well in advance, ensuring that discussions remain focused and yield productive results. Equip yourself with pertinent information, data, and materials to contribute meaningfully to the meeting’s agenda.

Active Engagement:?Take an active role by sharing insights, posing pertinent questions, and providing valuable input to drive discussions to decisions.

Time Management:?Respect the time of all participants by adhering to the agenda, managing discussions efficiently, and sidestepping unnecessary tangents or distractions.

Follow-Up:?Conclude the meeting by summarizing key takeaways, action items, and next steps. Follow up promptly to maintain accountability and drive progress.

By repeating this behaviour in every meeting, you will slowly build a reputation of being a professional who not only excels in meetings but also leaves a lasting impression on your co-workers.