Has anyone ever muted anyone on zoom as meeting facilitator? I came so close today

likefunny
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I’ve done it as a participant so many times. Especially when I hear them chewing.

likesmart

Hahah not awkward at all. Wow that’s wild

likeuplifting

I mute people in Teams ALL the time. It tells theme they were muted but not who did it.

I find it incredibly satisfying.

likeuplifting

I have muted so many people so many times. Especially if there was a background noise from someone or they are talking and forgot they are in a meeting.

like

Oh I’m not shy about muting other people. Oftentimes I give people the benefit of the doubt that they don’t realize their mic is on when they’re not talking but typing/chewing/sliding their chair across the floor loudly

likesmart

I was only at this meeting. It was the entire ATT call center branch (like 300-500 people). Some guy was making noises that 100% sounded like he was getting some great oral. They muted the whole meeting lol

funnylike

Always doing it, can’t stand them mouth breathers

likefunny

I didn’t know you could do it as a participant. And yikes

like

You can! Atleast I can lol

like

Yes.

like

Yup! We were having a team gripe meeting (aka, boss is bitchy and everybody needs to listen meeting). I’m wfh. I’m on my balcony. I’m pulling above my weight and I’m only on the meeting because he can’t just selectively bitch at the people he’s specifically talking about, we all gotta be present and accounted for (cuzzzzz - go team! And that would require something more than spineless passive aggression from him for once). I was tuned in for the first 20 minutes, and by that point he’d already repeated his grievances 3x without actually addressing any of them. So lit a cigarette- whatever - sue me. It took him til my 3rd cigarette to even notice. He popped off with a question like I fell asleep in class. I answered, correctly, no hesitation.

I think he really just needed to gripe, at anyone for any reason. So I let him segue into griping at me about smoking for another solid five minutes. When he paused for a breath I was a funny smart ass. “Wow, I hear your frustration. Do you feel better? Are you finished or should I wait for the rest?”

Was it smart? No lol. Was it funny to me and my team? You’re damn right lol, and we could all use a laugh. He launched into another tantrum… and then I muted his microphone lol. Took him way too long to realize too lol. It was priceless. I’d do it again. 😎

funny

Yea I did it once. A couple minutes after they tried talking, and I forgot I muted them. Oops, was a nice bit of silence there

What for?

BCG2 this presented maybe 40% of issues at hand. Take that phrase to mean it could have been longer, but wasn’t. 😅

I do this all the time, I have this partner in my team who never goes on mute, but then starts doing other things in meetings, lots of typing, etc, annoys the hell out of me, always mute him

Related Posts

I was recently offered a Zoom interview. The school had 10 interview slots for me to choose from. Three were one day this week and the rest are next week. I chose the first time slot available. Should I have waited until one of the last slots so I was fresher on their mind when choosing a candidate? I am just sitting here stressing out until I here something. Also, do interviewers still appreciate a hand written thank you for the interview?

Do MBA student clubs use Teams or Slack? Do they use just the free tier?

like
like

Who wants to learn semiconductor industry or chip shortage?

I like how this app wants us to market ourselves for likes in order to get started on networking!

5YOE+MS+MBA begging for likes!
HELP please! In return I can have a group zoom session on semiconductors

like

Generally curious how many companies offer phone reimbursement? My last gig did not but the current one does. Legally it seems, all employers are required to do so if we use our phone in literally any capacity (video call, slack, teams, emails etc). How prevalent is the issue of not reimbursing phone dues?

like

Any tips or advice for the Amazon Senior Program Manager Interview? This is the hiring manager zoom interview. I am excited and preparing as much as I can.

like

Is Integration Engineer position at Zoom worth joining coming from Software Engineer position?

like

Let’s finish this up strong! What are your year-end self development plans?!
We have our last session of the year of our group/guest financial education cycles at our Downtown Toronto office this Saturday. We go through our first financial education session that we talk about basic to higher level of financial information; from saving, investing, risks and returns, registered accounts, etc. There is no cost and no obligation. If you are interested to attend in-person or via Zoom, let me know.

Post Photo
like

Teachers, what is the first thing you do when you log off of Google Meet, Zoom, Teams? Go!

likehelpful

Zoom meetings have been fantastic. I can highly recommend my home group SOS. 7:30 daily. Great way to get grounded as you start your day.

like

I love teaching art but am having to teach remotely to 1150 kids, k - 5. Have about 54 amazing elementary art teachers in my district that share SO much! I could retire (34 yrs), but just don’t want to because I love what I do! Feeling like my students aren’t getting what they should because I am struggling with Zoom, Microsoft, safe YouTube, bitmoji, embedding, downloads, editing, etc. Anyone else feeling this way?

like

I’m interviewing for BCG and had a principal reach out to me for a zoom chat. Is this normal for principals to reach out or is this a positive sign?

IEP, 504, and those without internet will return in-person next week while rest of students remain remote. Regular Ed teachers may have students (mild Learning Disabled kiddos) in their room while teaching. They are saying it’s a liability issue if they have one student in the room with them, even though teaching other via Zoom. Thoughts? Anyone else experiencing this?

like

Just realized I hadn’t had an in-person interview since 2019. I’ve done multiple zoom interviews and was onboarded remote in 2020. About to see a real person today! Wish me luck.

like

I'm having difficulties connecting with my team over Zoom, and I'm feeling lonely. Anyone else?

like

When is it either allowed or seen as OK to start using FTO? I recently started here and while I’m not looking to slack off and take time off, I just want to know how it works. (Plus, I don’t want to not use something that I can or should use.) Elementary stuff, I know. But I’ve freelanced my whole career until now. Thanks

Read this on Bored Panda: Just Had A Zoom Job Interview, And The Recruiter Asked Me To ‘Show Her Around The Room

like

More Posts

Partners, have you ever been recruited by a client and turn it down? If so, were there any repercussions? I am one year from partner and being recruited by a client...looking like they will move quickly on an offer after initial interviews and I’m worried that if I turn it down it’ll be tough to sell back to that client.

likehelpful

Kpmg v. Deloitte v. PwC — international tax help me decide if my end game is to go in-house head of tax? KPMG Deloitte PwC

like

What’s the word on the street about work life balance at Edelman? Are the hours insane?

like

Hi all, I’d love to hear from PR/Comms folks about the process of transitioning from agency to an in-house role. What kind of chance does a PR pro with ~7 years of solid experience across CPG and hospitality brands, including a mix of global agency work and smaller boutique firms, have at going in house? Do you typically need more experience before going in house? Would be great to hear about various experiences from those that have made the transition. Thanks!

likesmart

How can I get one of my coworkers to stop apologizing before they make any comment or possible feedback that may come off as a critique? I’m an analyst, so they aren’t trying to suck up or anything :(

like

Anyone know salary range for Salesforce customer success roles? Do they also offer RSUs? If so, how much is standard.

like

Flew for the 3rd time since last March. I LOVE how all these consultants (and yes you can tell they are consultants) board the plane early with status. Who really wants to be on the plane longer than they need to be during Covid? I will board last thank you very much. Status be damned.

likefunnysmart

For folks who recently got their EAD, how long from the time of filing your I-485 did you get it?

like

Thinkpad carbon x1 9th generation or 10th gen? Feel like I had finally decided thinkpad x1 carbon 9 gen then the 10th gen comes out

like

Has anyone had any side effects from Ovidrel? I did my shot on Wednesday night and Thursday and Friday I was SO tired and fatigued and it was impossible to focus. Did my IUI on Friday and I’ve been SO crampy and in pain and I’m soooo cranky and irritable and I can’t figure out if it’s from the injection still or what

Is it bad if I already find myself disliking my job 1 month in? Did anyone feel this way at first and then grow to like what they do?

like

Definitely going to be a noobie question!

My client's medical provider asked for his PIP ledger: how do I get that? Just send a LOR to the carrier and ask?

like

Used Gliem for Reg and Roger for BEC and Aud. Really liked Roger though but heard its not good enough for Far.
Please recommend any good review course for FAR

like

The Deloitte Crew

Post Photo
likefunny

When they say utilization doesn't count for the month of May/June what exactly does that entail? I'm assuming being on the bench for those months will still show on personal utilization reports...

like

𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐮𝐩() - Life saver!

Rule Functions in SAP SuccessFactors

#SAP #SuccessFactors #Functions

Post Photo

Can any give reference in Deloitte?

like

What's that thin line as a brand you shouldn't cross in your communication regarding a global conflict.( Example: Russian invasion on Ukraine, Covid)

like

If asked this in an interview, how would you answer?
What is the one unique quality that makes you an effective salesperson?

like

Any tips for moving up in a medium/large-sized legal department, aside from switching companies? I work in a collegial environment with plenty of opportunities to create more value, but the management level is fairly crowded and it seems the clearest path to get one of those roles is to be hired into it. What has been your experience? Thanks!

like

Additional Posts in Confession

My lazy trait is sometimes i throw away dishes because i don’t feel like cleaning them.

funnylike

So my GF went to the gynecologist yesterday and they told her she was infertile, there go my chances of having one more baby. I also don't want to leave her because of that I believe that would be a dick move of me. What should I do?

likefunny

Every night for like the past month I’ve been getting incredibly emotional about adulthood. I miss the lack of responsibility, the simplicity of life, friends were always around, and less pressure to be successful.

I’m 3 years out of college now so it’s not like I just started doing this stuff, but I am feeling the exact same feeling as I did when I first started work and just wanted to be back in college. I know I just need to grow up and accept that’s how life is but it’s incredibly upsetting

like

I would like to take this time to sincerely apologize for calling people in there 30s old, I finally turned 30 and we are young af, unlike the old geezers in their 40s

funnylike

Do you consider your in-laws family? For example, if your spouse’s sibling has children, do you consider those kids as your family or your spouse’s family?

like

Would I be considered "Okay" if I'd wore this to the office for Halloween today?

Post Photo

I just got a FAANG offer with 290k TC (8 YOE), so I am trying to rent out my place as I need to relocate, but I am not able to find someone to cover my full rent and I am depressed because I am so not investment savvy and I can NEVER EVER accept losing money in ANY SITUATION. Am I being insane?

likefunny

Ugh. So much work. 😩

uplifting

A couples years ago when I was at 1 of the B4 firms I went on vacation and my backpack (laptop and all) got stolen. I filed a police report etc. A couple months later I got a large package in the mail

like

Curious: anyone dealt with an SO who wanted you to work less, but also wasn’t willing to take a quality of life hit of you exiting to a more chill job?

like

Surface Pressure from Encanto hits me harder than anything has in a really long time…

“Pressure like a drip, drip, drip that'll never stop”

likefunny

👀 we changed the cover art

like

LinkedIn is a garbage app where I can’t even post my opinion or experience because it will go against the mainstream ideologies. If I even “like” a post then I worry that my peers and managers see what I like and suddenly I need inclusivity training. What a load of shit! You can’t be who you truly are on that app. Which is why I like fishbowl so much, the anonymity is a game changer. If LinkedIn was a anonymous, we’d see a lot more support for Kanye and a lot less LGBQT material. Bet!

likefunny

Building out a new function at my company, top 15 bank in the US, and scheduled a 90 minute meeting last week for today. Invite included an agenda and a teams link to the document we would be reviewing. Also asked for attendees to review ahead. 20 minutes in, my co-worker exclaims while I’m mi-sentence we should meet Thurs. after having a chance to review content… WHAT?! What should I have done in that situation?

like

Certainly had a breakdown today, cried, canceled plans for tonight and tomorrow, ate some soup feel so much better .
I’ll be honest older I get more I’d be fine just staying in my apartment 24/7 lol

like

When I have more salsa then I do chips, I always pour the crumbs in and eat it up Ethiopian food style

likeuplifting

I actually like that new DJ Pressplay song. Thanks Friday Beers

like

Anyone else expect there to be loads of attractive people when they started work and end up thoroughly disappointed?

likefunnysmart

I get significantly more likes on bumble BFF than I do on bumble dating

likefunnyhelpful

Yesterday I made a blanket fort with my husband and we watched a movie and ate ice cream. Yes, it was awesome.

likeupliftingfunny

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal