Example Ground Rules

Example groundrules - orb showing the route of a road which represents meeting groundrules

The following ground rules are offered as an example for you to adapt or utilise as you wish. For more information, see Guidance on meeting groundrules.

  • We will seek to fully understand the other’s point of view before expressing/restating our own
  • We will be supportive, considerate and respectful in how we express things – being mindful of our ‘bias’
  • We will be honest and (appropriately) ‘authentic’
  • We will be supportive of the process, seek progress over perfection and remain engaged at all times
  • We will actively value diversity and seek inclusion
  • We will be punctual and avoid distractions – if anyone needs a break, we all break together!
  • We will seek to provide & learn from feedback
  • We will endeavour to enjoy ourselves

Alternatively, if you have adopted the Toolchest’s model of effective meetings, you may find the following helpful:

Track your progress to ensure the efficacy of this strategy.