Zoom meetings vs. in person meetings: which do you think is better for team participation? I think in person meetings force people to pay attention but my colleagues say they prefer Zoom meetings.

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

In-person meetings are perceived as a waste of time as they restrict one’s ability to multitask. For a distributed workforce, you also have to arrange travel, which incurs an added cost in addition to taking people away from their families.

Virtual meetings allow people to get their work done while someone else is the center of attention. Plus, they can be done remotely and minimize disruption to people’s lives.

That is why so many people prefer virtual meetings.


But if the question is regarding participation, not satisfaction, then in-person is the way to go as it offers no escape by attendees.

But if you value employee satisfaction, then you have to listen to them and minimize inconvenience, which can diminish the value brought on by meetings.

Oh…and people hate fake team building exercises. One meeting per quarter/year does not build a team. It is the rest of the year, and how they are treated, that makes a team.

I have seen both work differently. In person can drive focus, but Zoom gives space for some people to speak more. I think it depends on the team, not just the format.

For me both are efficient

All depends on topic; and frequency

Related Posts

This years Google year review video will probably have a bill withers song as background music, have some Inspirational Kobe quote at the end, lots of zoom screens. What else am I missing?

likefunny

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

Banana Boat sunscreen smells sooooooo f*kin GOOD. I look forward to rubbin some on me every 4 hours. I'm bout to get some right g*kin nooow before this zoom meeting.

funnylike

Why are people not good at ending zoom calls? I feel like I’m always the person who throws in the closing statement (I.e, ok well sounds good is that all? Have a nice day! This was helpful thanks Karyn..looks like we’re at top of the hour already) 🤦🏻‍♀️

likefunny

Hi! Can someone recommend a source for learning how do simple, fun music lessons on Zoom? I teach first grade and use music for my transitions. I would also like to play songs for them with my guitar, but am concerned it won’t sound good on zoom (the guitar, not my voice, which is bad, we established that long ago)

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?

About to interview for Tech Architect role in Slack Any pointers on what I should expect in the first round?

like
like

Hey! Are there any art directors willing to chat over zoom? I’m a recent grad and I need some advice about jump starting !

like
like
like

Does anybody else think that the Wharton Slack & Discord groups are kinda quiet/inactive compared to admit groups from other schools?

like

Our district voted on returning back to school with students in the classroom and some staying at home. We now have to teach students in the room and on Zoom at the same time. I’m not complaining but does anyone have any tips on the best and most effective way to get this done?

like

Mac or HP or Dell: I prefer Mac notebooks. However it seems there might be limitations with the use of Skype or other applications based on materials I have seen. What do you all recommend is the best laptop for working at Deloitte?

like

Has anyone seen any unique places to find UX portfolios or post jobs other than the usual suspects?
Some UX Slack channels were doing well for a while but I definitely don’t see as much traction there. Meetups obviously came and went. Even the portfolio sites like Dribbble and Behance don’t seem that same.

I’ve worked at places that all have different holiday policies. EA has at minimum a nice 10 day shutdown from Christmas Eve through New Years. It’s great to know that there will be no slack messages or an exploded inbox to come back to while away. I’ve been at other studios that only give you Christmas Eve & Day and New Years Eve & Day and then the rest is up to you to request for PTO and this is obviously the suck.

Wonder what it’s like for you?

Bowl show and tell this Saturday at 12-1 EST! Put it on your calendar so you remember us brainy people 📆
Zoom details will be posted on this thread, FB team is working provide an account.

Bring a talking point: anything data or analytics related, from memes to case studies of your side hustle to firm stuff we should know about to anonimized work projects. This is DaTa bOwL LiVe!! I can't promise we'll get through everyone, but we'll see. We can go overtime if y'all are enjoying 🍿🦁🎪🤡

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

Hi Team,

I have cleared all the interview rounds (WebEx & HR on call) for the position: VERIFIER, and also submitted documents (authentic as per my knowledge) for background verification on Aug. 25, 2022.

How much time usually ICICI bank takes to generate Offer Letter, after all the verification process??

More Posts

Virtual mock draft. 12 teams. (You put down your pick number (e.g. 1.12), player name, optional commentary why you picked him)

like

Hi.. I'm currently working as Data Analyst in TVS. Most of my work in Advanced Excel only. How can I move forward myself into Data Science by learning new technologies or any courses? Please guide me

like

Program Manager L3 salary in HCOL?

like

Can anyone tell about the Business transformation consultant role in IBM? What is the salary range?

like

Hi any advice for someone who has 1 1/2 year experience in industry and wanting to switch from market access to medical affairs. I'm open to any job opportunities in small or midsize pharma or guidance I have a vaccines and neuroscience background

like

Do you think it is quite possible to get fired by asking too many questions as an experienced senior 1? If so, i might get fired after this busy season.

funnylike

I recently got an offer from Verizon for ENGR II DATABASE, wanted to know what is the standard pay package for a 3 yrs experience guy in this role.

I am an Oracle Database Administrator.

#salary

like

Due to a recent company-wide increase and additional pay for bilingual direct reports I am only making a dollar and change above them as their supervisor. I was hired into this position in March, having been the first employee in this department. I really tried to get them to budge on salary, they did not, but shortly after accepting they gave the whole company a dollar raise.

Any suggestions on how this might be addressed?

like

What are your tips to get better at attention to detail. I’ve turned in some projects with easy to catch mistakes and need to not do it again.

Can anyone who works at Vladimir Jones clear up the confusion as to who actually created the great Nebraska “not for everyone” campaign?

like

Busy season continues

Post Photo
likefunny

Hi, What's the average salary for a Intermediate Software Developer in Canada?

like
like

If you start as a Program Manager, how/when do you begin to advise people as a people lead? I’ve heard Program Managers are not people leads. I started lead a team of 3 about a month ago at my current job and don’t want to lose leadership experience but have been told my YOE would map to a Program Manager level at Google.

like

Need your to unlock DM
Pls like my post

like

Best fall vacation destinations on a biglaw budget?

like
like

Just landed a full time gig, looking to get some furniture so I’m not working on my parents’ kitchen table during this remote period. Any recommendations for desks and chairs? I’m hoping to find something that’s easy to assemble and break down for when I need to move, and something that won’t cost an arm and a leg.

I know everyone has a different kind of setup that works for them. I currently have a laptop, drawing pad, second monitor, and a desk riser.

Anyone know any amateur photographers in SF? I found out TODAY that the person I hired for a small wedding tomorrow isn’t vaccinated and they can’t get into the venue. Please help a girl out if you know anyone

likehelpful

Additional Posts in Human Resources

Does PHR certification help in India, as this is globally recognised how much valuable is this currently in indian job market.

Do we got some good offers or its another certificate just to add to CV after so much of investment & time I don't want to get this wasted !!

Need suggestions ??

Hello! Looking for some guidance. I will soon be leaving Verizon after 15 years with them (6 years HR experience, 3 years Operations, 6 years leadership). The last HR position I held will be eliminated and I was offered a severance. I am now in the market for a new place of employment I can call home. I was thinking of trying for a start up. But the likes of Google, Adobe, etc. also seem appealing. Would you recommend a start up as my next endeavor? I enjoy helping build processes and policies.

like

How long is it recommended to stay in a role so it doesn’t look like job hopping?
I would like to continually increase my income, but 3% merit increases don’t cut it.

like

Does anyone in the UK use Haye Grades and know the salary range for a grade 20?

like

PwC EY Deloitte KPMG I've just landed a Senior Associate role with PwC as a recruiter.

How much are recruiters making across the Big4 to use in my negotiations?

like

Hello! I have a two part question: 1) is it worth it to obtain an SHRM specialty credential if I don’t have the broader SHRM certification? 2) has anyone gotten the People Analytics or Talent Acquistion credential? If so, how valuable was it from a learning perspective? Do you feel it significantly contributed to your knowledge in either area? Thank you!

like

Hello please can I find Victoria’s boot camp I keep hearing about this being great to study for shrm exam but I can’t find it anywhere thank you

like

Best way to prepare for SHRM ?
Any tips or resources that helped you pass the exam?

like

I already have the SHRM-SCP. . would it be a value add to go for the SPHR as well?

like

SVP vs VP in banking.

I'm currently looking at two HRBP roles at two different titles/salary bands. This would at a large banking company located in NYC. Can anyone with banking industry experience share their perspectives and insights on the differentiation between the roles? I take it that VP is more of a junior role and a more commonly-used title. I have a friend that's a VP at JPM and has about the same YOE as me (shes not in HR). I have about 15 YOE but about 10 yrs HR YOE and 3 HRBP YOE.

like

Does your company offer Volunteer Hours? If so, how many per year?

like

Thoughts on SPHR vs SPHRi? I have PHR currently. Current company is growing internationally so I'm debating which route to go.

like

First time posting here! I have been tasked with creating a military leave differential pay policy and was curious if anyone would be willing to provide any resources. Thanks!

Got offered a Recruiter (contractor) opportunity at Microsoft. Yay or nay? What would you look out for?

like

To stay or go? Is it time to move on?
I've got 4 years at a staffing agency after getting Masters in HRM and making a complete career change in 2018. Doing full cycle recruiting and account management. I feel I'm doing very well (in the role and with comp $57 base + commission = ~$91k last year) BUT I feel stuck!! I'm feeling undervalued and unchallenged. I think I'd love corporate recruiting/TA Specialist, etc. How do I make the jump? Should I just keep truckin??

like

I just started with a company as an HR Generalist. Within the 3 weeks of being there, my boss’s boss left, and today I found out my boss gave notice. HR is not valued at the company and it’s disheartening to know I was hired into a mess. I am now actively looking but how do I explain to other employers why I am actively looking and what do I put on my resume? I have never had to deal with this before.

like

I am interested in getting my SHRM-CP certification this year and I was wondering which study methods and materials worked best for those of you who passed the exam. Also, what are your roles in HR?!

like

Hello! Anyone have any experience with ADP WorkforceNow? We were about to sign with Paycom, and move away from ADP, (who only does our payroll right now, no other services), but it seems WFN has come a long way in the last year or so. Can anyone offer feedback? Appreciate it!

like

Any advice for someone looking to transition into a full HR Generalist role from Recruiting. I’m currently a Campus Recruiter with about 5 years of HR experience (Coordinator- Higher Ed). I received my PHR certification in September 2020 and sitting for my SHRM-CP in two weeks. I’m having a hard time transitioning into a full Generalist position.

like

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