Record the meeting title, date, time, and location
List the attendees and absentees
Note the meeting purpose or agenda
Summarize each discussion point briefly
Capture key decisions made
Record action items with assigned owners
Include deadlines or due dates for each action item
Note any unresolved issues or follow-up topics
Keep the language clear, concise, and objective
Use past tense and third person where appropriate
Review the minutes for accuracy and completeness
Distribute the minutes promptly after the meeting