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How to run a live poll in a meeting

Live polls turn a one-way update into a conversation. Done well, they take two minutes and give you honest answers from people who would never raise a hand.

1. Start with one easy question

Open with a low-stakes word cloud ("How is your week going, in one word?") so everyone joins before the important questions.

2. Ask questions you will act on

"Which topic should we spend the most time on?" (multiple choice) or "How clear are our priorities?" (rating 1–5) give you something to do with the answer. Avoid polls that only fill time.

3. Show results, then talk about them

Hide results while voting (press H) so early votes do not sway others, then reveal and discuss. Lock voting (L) when you move on.

4. End with Q&A

Leave five minutes for upvoted questions. With moderation on, a colleague can screen them while you talk.

Template

The Team meeting template includes a mood word cloud, a topic vote, a priorities rating and a Q&A slide.

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FAQ

How long should a meeting poll take?

About 30 to 60 seconds per question, plus discussion.

Does it work on video calls?

Yes. Share your screen with the present view; people join from their phones or another browser tab.

Are answers anonymous?

Yes. PollKit does not collect names or emails.

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