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Running a Steering Committee That Decides

How to run a steering committee that makes decisions: the right members, a tight agenda, decision papers and fast follow-up.

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Free 2-minute video lesson. How to run a steering committee that makes decisions: the right members, a tight agenda, decision papers and fast follow-up. Short, visual and to the point, so you can watch it between meetings and apply it the same day.

Many steering committees become status theater. This silent video shows how to run one that actually decides. You will learn the committee's true purpose, who should sit on it, a decision-first agenda, how to write a one-page decision paper, and how to present options with a clear recommendation. It closes with a follow-up routine and warning signs of a failing committee. Built for project managers, program directors and sponsors on ERP and business transformation programs.

What you'll learn

  • Its real purpose
  • Who belongs there
  • Keep it small
  • Decision-first agenda
  • One-page decision paper
  • Presenting options
  • Before the meeting
  • After the meeting
  • Warning signs
  • Key takeaway

Who it's for

Project and program managers, PMP candidates, PMOs and delivery leads.

Go deeper

Pair this lesson with the related free e-books and templates in the resource library, and read the latest practical articles on the blog.

Let's connect

I'm Pranshu Shubham, a Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O Solution Architect and PMP-certified program lead with 8+ years of ERP and AI transformation across the USA, Europe and APAC. I created this resource from real project experience, and I'd love to hear how you use it.