Create Rule “review-action-items/rule”

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+---
+type: rule
+title: Do you review action items and assign clear responsibilities?
+uri: review-action-items
+authors:
+  - title: Ulysses Maclaren
+    url: https://ssw.com.au/people/ulysses-maclaren/
+created: 2024-02-28T23:00:34.388Z
+guid: 35e2b0d2-2abf-453d-82e7-820c70fc96e6
+---
+Reviewing action items and assigning clear responsibilities at the end of each board meeting ensures that decisions lead to actionable outcomes and that everyone knows their next steps.
+
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+
+### Importance of Clear Action Items
+
+- **Ensure Accountability:** Assigning tasks to specific individuals increases accountability for follow-through.
+- **Track Progress:** Enables the board to monitor the implementation of decisions and measure progress over time.
+- **Clarify Expectations:** Provides clear direction and expectations, reducing confusion and ensuring alignment among board members.
+
+### Best Practices for Action Items
+
+- **Be Specific:** Clearly define what needs to be done, by whom, and by when.
+- **Document and Distribute:** Record action items in the meeting minutes and distribute them to all members promptly.
+- **Follow-Up:** Regularly review the status of action items in subsequent meetings to ensure progress and completion.
+
+::: good
+Advantages:
+:::
+
+- Translates board decisions into tangible outcomes and progress.
+- Increases the efficiency and effectiveness of board meetings by focusing on results.
+- Reinforces the culture of accountability and follow-through within the board.
+
+By reviewing action items and assigning clear responsibilities, boards can ensure that their meetings lead to meaningful action and results.
+