Have you ever planned an event for multiple invitees? If yes, then you know how difficult it is to find a date and time that works for most participants. Businesspeople use Outlook and other calendar apps that allow them to call a meeting, but even then, picking the right day and time can be a challenge and occasionally a hit-and-miss proposition. Enter Doodle. This free Web-based poll generator will help you schedule the best date and time for your group.

Your Task. Your instructor may divide the class into teams and ask a representative of each team to call a study group meeting or a social event for your business society. As the designated group leader, you will open a free account with Doodle (go to https://

doodle.com). You won’t need to input much personal information and can start sending out free basic scheduling polls almost instantly.

Follow these steps: After creating your free account, name your event. Add a location and an optional note. Follow the on-screen options. Suggest several dates and times in the calendar. Invite participants by typing their e-mail addresses. If you synced your address book, the e-mail addresses will appear automatically. Or e-mail the link you generate at the end of the poll to your group members. After your invitees fill in their available slots, confirm the date and time that works best for most if not all participants. If possible, rotate the responsibilities within the team; share the scheduling duties with the other group members and in class.