Facilitating On-Time Ideas

Hi,

I had a similar problem when I started in my current job. My collegues either came late or never showed up to meetings.

I therefore introduced a moent box or piggy bank, whatever you want to call it. For every minute you were late, you had to pay £1.
We then spent this money at the of the week when we went out for a dring together (which also improved the team spirit).
After only two weeks, the situation improved dramitically. Now everyone is on time for meetings, but the downside is that you now have to pay for your drinks yourself when we have our regular pub night.

Hope this helps!

I have found that simply starting the meeting on time works well. Although I typically tell team members or staff members that at the first meeting and of course, have to follow up on what I said. After a while you become known as one who starts meetings promptly. The first few times may be a bit difficult, but most of the time it is effective.

Hi,

You should think about setting ground rules at the first meeting. This way, you’ll be able to scribe them on a flip chart and bring them to future meetings. It helps my teams remember what they agreed to!

Good luck,
Tom