41 Phrases For Leading A Business Meeting - Business English

This video tutorial provides 41 examples of useful phrases and expressions for leading business meetings. It covers topics such as welcoming participants, introducing them, discussing the agenda, encouraging participation, clarifying points, managing discussions, delegating tasks, and summarizing the meeting. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of effective communication and time management in business meetings.

What phrase is used to express gratitude for attending a meeting on short notice?

• Thank you for coming at such short notice.

• I apologize for the inconvenience.

• Thank you for your patience.

• I appreciate your flexibility.

How should a chairperson address a participant who cannot attend the meeting?

• Cancel the meeting.

• Apologize on their behalf.

• Ask someone else to fill in.

• Ignore their absence.

What is the purpose of reviewing the minutes of the last meeting?

• To introduce new participants.

• To ensure everyone is up to date.

• To start a new discussion.

• To finalize the meeting agenda.

Which question can a chairperson use to encourage participant feedback?

• Who will take the minutes?

• What is the next agenda item?

• What are your views on this?

• Can you summarize the meeting?

What should a chairperson do if the meeting is running out of time?

• Discuss everything in detail.

• Cancel the remaining agenda.

• Skip to the next item.

• Extend the meeting duration.

Which phrase is useful for delegating tasks during a meeting?

• Can you keep everyone updated?

• Let's move to the next point.

• Let's summarize the meeting.

• What are your thoughts?

What is an appropriate way to conclude a meeting?

• Review the previous minutes.

• Summarize the main points.

• Introduce new participants.

• Start a new discussion.