A SHORT COURSE IN MEETING BASICS. 7 Lessons in Successful Meetings is a quick course in holding successful business meetings, giving you everything you need to know in just seven short chapters. From preparation and participation to chairing and follow-up, you'll discover the insider secrets you need to know in order to make your meeting a success. * Lesson 1: Why meetings? * Lesson 2: Preparing for a meeting * Lesson 3: Participating in a meeting * Lesson 4: Chairing a meeting * Lesson 5: Virtual and other types of meeting * Lesson 6: After the meeting * Lesson 7: The perfect meeting Explore the main themes and ideas in running successful meetings, get a basic knowledge and understanding of the key concepts, and test your progress with practical and thought-provoking exercises. 7 Lessons in Successful Meetings is your fastest route to success. ABOUT THE SERIES 7 Lessons are for people who want to succeed at work. From negotiating and content marketing to finance and social media, the series covers the business topics that matter and that will help you make a difference today. Written in straightforward English, each book features a course of 7 short lessons so that with just a little work, you can quickly master the subject.