Do I need to have a cheat sheet for Robert's Rules of Order if I'm not the chairperson of a meeting?

The cheat sheet is not as important if you’re not acting in the capacity of the chairperson or planning to run a meeting using Robert’s Rules of Order. That said, it can be very helpful to have a cheat sheet if you’re not yet familiar with the correct proceedings, including the types of motions and the principles of debate.

Can I customize my Robert's Rules of Order cheat sheet to fit my specific meeting needs?

Absolutely. In fact, as mentioned above, a good cheat sheet should certainly take your company’s specific needs and conditions into consideration. It may be a good idea to create your own cheat sheets in Excel following a board meeting agenda template, and then fill out and/or add fields as per your requirements.

Are there any digital tools or apps available for creating a cheat sheet for Robert's Rules of Order?

Yes. Among other software for board management, board portals will help you create and organize Robert’s Rules of Order cheat sheet, as well as facilitate agenda setting, voting procedures, and the preparation and distribution of meeting minutes.

Is Robert's Rules of Order used in online meetings?

Definitely! Virtual board meetings benefit from proper, structured discussions of the issues at hand just as much as in-person meetings. In fact, the Rules of Order are even more important given the additional difficulties to communication that the internet sometimes brings.

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