Our Integrator is completely exhausted from facilitating our weekly Level 10 Meeting because they have to play referee, track the timer, type the To-Dos, and actively participate in IDS. How do we share the administrative load without destroying meeting structure?

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Tyler Smith · Accepted Answer

The Integrator is responsible for the productivity of the meeting, but they do not have to be the administrative scribe. Expecting your Integrator to facilitate intense conflict resolution during IDS® while simultaneously typing out action items and watching the clock is a recipe for sloppy meetings and facilitator burnout. To solve this, separate the roles. The Integrator remains the facilitator, directing the flow, managing the energy, and calling out tangents. However, you should delegate the scribe and timer responsibilities to other leadership team members or an administrative assistant. Assign one team member the role of scribe. Their job is to share their screen, document the short-term Issues List, type out clear and actionable To-Dos, and manage the meeting software. Assign another team member to be the timekeeper, giving verbal alerts when segments are nearing their limits. This structural change frees up the Integrator's mental capacity to focus on guiding the team through the five levels of leadership. It allows them to lead the strategic debate and drive the IDS® process effectively. Distributing these administrative duties ensures that the meeting runs smoothly without burning out your key operator.