American Management Association's Leading Effective Meetings Monday, July 12, 2010 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (To view the Meeting Announcement, point your browser to http://www.loc.gov/flicc/meeting_announcements/2010/ma201023.pdf.) Learn how to take charge, create enthusiasm and energy- and make every meeting matter. By applying AMA's PEARLS Method (Purpose, Expectations, Agenda, Resources, Limits and Scope), attendees will learn about common pitfalls, meeting types, ground rules, active participation and positive evaluation. This seminar will show you ways to structure your meetings and use proven techniques to ~ Develop a goals-focused and realistic agenda. ~ Increase the effective use of business resources. ~ Improve intra-organizational communication and bolster morale. ~ Lead and facilitate face-to-face and remote meetings. ~ Encourage and increase participation by all attendees. Save 37 percent off the regular price! FLICC is pleased to sponsor this American Management Association program at a reduced price for federal librarians and technicians. The American Management Association is a world leader in professional development, advancing the skills of individuals, teams, organizations and government agencies. With over 85 years of experience delivering 140+ training seminars throughout the country, AMA has refined their training programs to meet today's challenges. Date Monday, July 12, 2010 Time 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Place The Library of Congress Madison Building Dining Room A, 6th Floor 101 Independence Ave, SE Washington, DC Metro and Directions Capitol South (Orange/Blue Lines) Sponsor FLICC Information Call FLICC (202) 707-4813 TTY (202) 707-4995 Request ADA Accommodations five business days in advance at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. Registration $195 for FT accounts/$210 for non/FT http://www.loc.gov/flicc/feveform.html Cancellations Please notify FLICC at (202) 707-4813 prior to the start of an educational program or the full fee will be charged.