From 4d6c1df9e7e59bb55b8c2144bf9fcdb075b27ab2 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: "Ulysses Maclaren [SSW]" <45545178+UlyssesMaclaren@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Thu, 29 Feb 2024 10:02:05 +1100 Subject: [PATCH] =?UTF-8?q?Create=20Rule=20=E2=80=9Creview-action-items/ru?= =?UTF-8?q?le=E2=80=9D?= MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 8bit --- rules/review-action-items/rule.md | 36 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 36 insertions(+) create mode 100644 rules/review-action-items/rule.md diff --git a/rules/review-action-items/rule.md b/rules/review-action-items/rule.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000000..547f9a47155 --- /dev/null +++ b/rules/review-action-items/rule.md @@ -0,0 +1,36 @@ +--- +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. + + + +### 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. +