Prepare for the discussion in advance of the meeting if possible. Contribute to the discussion and assume any role the group needs to have filled. Help the group defines its discussion goal or purpose. Encourage participation and help keep the atmosphere permissive. Supply or seek facts and opinions when needed by the group. Put personally centered roles aside and admit error if the situation demands. Try to understand what other members say and also what they mean. Encourage the group and consciously try to build a feeling of “we-ness” assume leadership responsibility when necessary. Accept the conclusions of the group if arrived at by democratic processes. Confine remarks to short periods of time. Two to three minutes is the maximum time for a contribution. Express views and ideas without waiting to be prodded by the leader or other members.