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AI Notes for Project Managers

How to Summarize Project Kickoffs

Project kickoff meetings set the stage for the entire project's success. For project managers, it's crucial to capture every detail discussed during these initial meetings. Good notes ensure that all team members are aligned with the objectives and expectations right from the start. Effective documentation also helps in tracking progress and making informed decisions as the project progresses.

But what should you include in your meeting notes? We have compiled a list of key points to include in your meeting notes.

Key points to include in meeting notes for project managers

  • Meeting identification: Who were the key participants in the project kickoff meeting and what are their roles?
  • Project goals: What are the primary objectives of this project as discussed during the kickoff?
  • Scope of work: What is included in the scope of work, and were there any specific boundaries or exclusions mentioned?
  • Timeline and milestones: What is the proposed timeline for the project, including major milestones or deadlines?
  • Budget considerations: Were there any budget constraints or financial considerations highlighted during the meeting?
  • Risk management: What potential risks were identified, and what strategies were suggested to mitigate them?
  • Communication plan: How will communication be handled among team members and stakeholders throughout the project duration?
  • Resource allocation: Were there any discussions on resource allocation or specific team members assigned to tasks or roles?
  • Stakeholder expectations: What are the key expectations from stakeholders that need to be addressed throughout this project?
  • Success metrics: How will success be measured for this project, according to what was discussed in this meeting?

How to automate

But why take notes manually when you can use AI to do it for you? Today's AI can transcribe meetings, summarize key points, and even identify action items. Instead of being distracted by typing and writing notes, you can focus on the conversation.

Here's how:

  1. If you don't already have a voice recorder that allows you to customize your summaries, download LazyNotes from the App Store.
  2. Navigate to Settings > Meeting Templates and tap the + button.
  3. Copy/paste one of our templates and/or customize your own. Tap Save.LazyNotes templates
  4. Start your first recording and choose your new template any time during the call.LazyNotes templates
  5. Enjoy customized notes emailed right to your mailbox!

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