Chair crisis is a condition where a meeting chair becomes so engrossed in their own thoughts and ideas that they forget to actually chair the meeting. Symptoms include:
- Chair stares off into space for extended periods
- Chair fails to call the meeting to order
- Chair spends more time talking than listening
Causes of chair crisis include:
- A lack of clear goals and objectives
- A failure to establish a clear agenda
- A chair who is more interested in their own thoughts than the meeting
Diagnosis of chair crisis can be made by:
- A thorough examination of the chair's notes
- A review of the meeting minutes
- A series of pointed questions from other meeting attendees
Treatment for chair crisis includes:
- Establishing clear goals and objectives
- Developing a clear agenda
- Reminding the chair of their responsibilities
Side effects of chair crisis may include:
- Meeting attendees becoming restless and bored
- The meeting derailing due to the chair's lack of focus
- A decrease in productivity and morale
Don't let chair crisis ruin your meeting! Stay alert, stay focused, and always remember:
Treatments and Remedies Diagnose Chair Crisis