"Ah" Counter Meeting Role & Report Form

The Ah Counter is one of the functionaries at the meeting. The Ah Counter's responsibilities are to keep track of audible crutches, such as "ah," "um" or a "double clutch" (the repetition of a word while the speaker searches for his or her next thought.) Also, to note sentences strung together with “and,” “so” or "you know."

The purpose of “Ah Counting” is not to embarrass or criticize speakers – it is to give helpful feedback and thereby increase awareness of an area where improvement is possible.

The "Ah" Counter Report Form is available to be printed.