How to Timer the RDG Way

1. What is the Timer?

The timer is a great starter role for new members. As a timer, you will: 

• Present a short explanation of your role at the opening of the meeting
• Time the speeches, table topics, and evaluations at the meeting
• Provide a timer's report at the end of the three major segments
• Keep tabs on the overall time that the meeting is taking (this is very key for the Table Topics section) and raise awareness of meeting time use as needed 
  

As a timer, you'll need a timing light or flags, as well as a time keeping device (stopwatch, wristwatch with stopwatch functionality, smart phone, etc.). Pen and paper to record times are useful as well.

As a timer, you'll improve your time awareness, learn time management skills, as well as increase your ability to focus.