Name turn-taking rules upfront
The Rule
State how people should take turns (raise hand, chat queue, round-robin).
Why It Matters
Different cultures have different interruption norms.
Common Mistakes
- Letting only the most vocal speak
- No guidance leads to overlap
Pro Tip
Use a speaker queue and call on people by name.
This Rule Applies To:
Roles: Host / facilitator Moderator
Situations: All-hands meetings International teams Training sessions
Audiences: HR & L&D teams Managers & team leads Remote employees
Platforms: Universal
Organization Types: Cross-time-zone teams International teams