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  • Writer's pictureStephanie Roberts

What is an Independent Minute Taker?

Updated: Aug 28

An independent minute taker is a professional who provides minute taking services without being part of the organisation or group whose meeting they are documenting. This individual is typically hired on a contract basis to ensure impartiality, accuracy, and confidentiality in recording meeting minutes.


Key Features of an Independent Minute Taker:

  1. Neutrality and Objectivity:

    • Unbiased: They provide an unbiased record of the meeting, free from internal biases or conflicts of interest.

    • Focus: Their primary role is to document discussions and decisions without participating in the meeting or influencing its outcomes.


  2. Expertise and Experience:

    • Professional Skills: They possess specialised skills in note-taking, including understanding of meeting protocols and effective summarisation.

    • Confidentiality: An independent minute taker is experienced in handling sensitive information and ensuring confidentiality.


  3. Accuracy and Detail:

    • Precision: They focus on capturing all essential details accurately, including key points, decisions, and action items.

    • Comprehensive Records: They provide a thorough and precise account of the meeting’s proceedings.


  4. Time Management:

    • Prompt Delivery: They typically deliver the completed minutes within a specified time frame after the meeting.


  5. Flexibility:

    • Adaptability: Independent minute takers can work with various types of meetings, including board meetings, committee meetings, and general business meetings.

    • Customisable Formats: They offer minutes in different formats as per the client’s preferences, such as Word documents, PDFs, or electronic formats.


If you are searching for a independent minute taker, contact us to find out more information.




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