As a minute taker, it is your sacred duty to capture the essence of the meeting, not the entire script.
When a participant starts to drone on, remember: it's okay to interrupt. In fact, it's your job.
When a participant starts to get defensive, remember: you're not here to make friends. You're here to take minutes.
When a participant starts to get emotional, remember: you're not a therapist. You're a minute taker.
Read on for more Minute Taker Techniques to help you navigate the choppy waters of minute taking.