This document provides guidance on how to start and structure a meeting. It recommends beginning by getting the audience's attention through polite methods like clearing your throat or knocking on a table. You should then welcome participants and thank them for attending. Next, provide background context on the topic and state the meeting's purpose clearly. Invite initial participation by asking for views or opinions. Throughout the meeting, summarize key discussion points and invite further comments. Finally, conclude by recapping any decisions made and closing the meeting once all business is addressed. The document encourages practicing these steps in pairs to role play starting different types of hypothetical meetings.