Every board, committee, or membership meeting eventually faces “problem members.” They may be disruptive by design or simply enthusiastic to a fault. Fortunately, presiding officers have proven tools—parliamentary and personal—for steering meetings back on track. The Over-Participator Some members feel compelled to speak on every issue, often multiple times. If your parliamentary authority is Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised or The Standard Code of Parliamentary Procedure, rules can help balance participation: In smaller boards or informal settings, the chair can still enforce balance by inviting comments from those who haven’t spoken. If necessary, the chair should act as a … Continue reading →

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