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Chairmanship Skills Part 1: Mastering One Fluid Motion

Course description

The role of Chairman carries important statutory responsibilities and requires a careful balance of leadership, neutrality, procedural knowledge and people skills. This practical course supports both new and experienced Chairs and Vice-Chairs in leading effective, lawful and well-managed council meetings.

The session focuses on the Chair’s role before, during and after meetings, helping participants build confidence in preparing agendas with the Clerk, guiding debate, applying Standing Orders correctly and maintaining order — even when discussions become challenging or contentious.

At the heart of the course is a simple, structured approach to chairing meetings — referred to as One Fluid Motion — which supports Chairs in guiding items clearly from proposal through discussion to decision. Through real-world scenarios and practical techniques, participants will learn how to keep meetings focused, fair and productive while ensuring decisions are legally robust.

This course is ideal for newly appointed or aspiring Chairs, Vice-Chairs, and Clerks who want a shared understanding of how to run meetings that are calm, inclusive and effective.