*Apologies for cross-posting* Just a reminder that there are still a few places remaining on the following course: CALIM (The Consortium of Academic Libraries in Manchester) presents a one day course on managing effective meetings for library and information staff, with trainer Deborah Dalley. Wednesday 9th May 2001, 10.00-4.30, Manchester Business School, Manchester. The aim of this course is to give delegates the skills to contribute effectively in meetings as a participant or as a chairperson. The session will look at a variety of topics including the stages involved in planning a meeting and setting objectives, dealing with hidden agendas and problem behaviours, taking minutes/action notes and the role of the chairperson. At the end of the course, participants will have: * discussed how to plan a meeting effectively * demonstrated the skills required to chair a meeting * outlined how to make an effective contribution to a meeting * explored how to deal with problem behaviours in meetings * assessed why some meetings fail The cost of the event is £85.00 including refreshments and a buffet lunch. If you would like to attend this course, please fill in the booking form below. If you have any queries regarding this event please contact Jackie Murtagh in the CALIM Office, Telephone - 0161 247 6673 or e-mail [log in to unmask] **Please note that there will be a cancellation fee if a booking is cancelled within 2 weeks of the course and you are unable to send a substitute.** BOOKING FORM (please return by 1st May) I wish to attend the managing effective meetings course on the 9th May 2001. Name......................................................Ms/Mrs/Mr Place of work........................................................ Address................................................ ................................................................ ............................................................... ................................................................ Postcode............................................... Tel: ......................................................... E-mail .................................................... Invoice address (if different from the above) ................................................................. ................................................................. ................................................................. ................................................................. Return this form by e-mail or post to Jackie Murtagh at: [log in to unmask] or Jackie Murtagh CALIM Office 3rd Floor Minshull House Manchester Metropolitan University Chorlton Street Manchester M1 3EU Jackie Murtagh CALIM Support Officer Manchester Metropolitan University Minshull House 47-49 Chorlton Street Manchester M1 3EU Tel. 0161-247-6673 Fax. 0161-247-6846