The purpose of this section should help determine what type of meeting needs to be conducted:

• Getting an agreement with minimal discussion
  • Leaders “tell the group what to agree on and how to agree. Rules and traditional procedures are used to restrict the right of speech to approved group members.
• Getting agreement by majority vote
  • Analysis of facts and discussion is allowed, but only of “approved” agenda items.. Leaders “direct” or “chair” discussion. Resulting vote is not truly democratic
• Reaching decisions and solving problems using consultative format
  • Open discussion is held, with unrestricted presentation of facts and opinions, followed by open debate.
• Getting approval for decisions already made
  • Members put forward ideas and suggestions. This is where a consensus is most likely to be achieved.
• Developing new ideas
  • Open and informal discussions have few constraints other than time limits. Leaders “consult” with the rest of the group.
• Getting the job done
  • There is limited discussion, but wide opportunity for questions and answers on details.. Leaders “tell” or “sell” according to type of project.
• Developing team spirit and goal setting
  • Open and informal discussion on what the sport and recreation organisation should be aiming for. Leadership is still needed, but leaders should participate rather than dominate