Amanda McCroskey

5 Etiquette Tips for Your Next Virtual Meeting

Job Aid Overview

Development Time

I started and completed this personal project in September 2022. It took approximately one day to complete. This job aid is a summary of the tips shared in the microlearning.

Development Tools

Canva

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My Role

Instructional Designer

Summary

As remote and hybrid work becomes increasingly prevalent, virtual meetings have become an essential component of the modern workday. To make the most of these meetings and to ensure that they are productive, it’s important for employees to approach them with the proper preparation and etiquette in mind.

Challenge

Virtual meetings can become unproductive and lengthy if participants exhibit distracting or disruptive behavior. The lack of clear guidance on proper meeting etiquette is a contributing factor to their unproductivity and disorganization. It is important for organizations to provide guidelines on proper virtual meeting etiquette to ensure that all participants are adequately prepared and focused on achieving the meeting’s objectives.

Solution

To improve the virtual meeting experience for all employees involved, a practical solution was implemented – providing them with useful tips and guidelines that could easily be implemented. These tips aimed to create a smoother, more efficient meeting experience by helping employees prepare and stay engaged throughout the virtual meeting. 

Result

With these tips in hand, employees can better prepare for virtual meetings and reduce the potential for disruptive or distracting behavior. By empowering employees with the necessary virtual meeting guidelines, they can approach these meetings with greater confidence and enjoy a more positive and productive experience.