[header] How to make a motion at a board of directors meeting [title] Review your group's rules. [step] While most boards of directors meetings are conducted according to some version of robert's rules of order, some boards may have their own specifics. Understanding the specific rules for your group is essential if you want your proposal to be heard and taken seriously. 
[substeps] Most groups have a written copy of their rules. They may be published on the group's website.