How to take good notes:

1) Sit up straight and focus on the speaker.
2) Make brief notes, using key words or phrases.
3) Write legibly and in a clear, concise style.
4) Avoid copying entire sentences verbatim.
5) Use abbreviations where possible.
6)Summarize main points at the end of each paragraph.
7) Review your notes soon after the meeting adjourns.

Taking Minutes in a Meeting:
1) Check that everyone present has agreed to minutes being taken.
2) Note the time and date of the meeting, and place of occurrence.
3) State who is taking minutes and for whom they