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How to avoid common mistakes and have effective web meetings
November 5, 2005
By: Bob Whitehead
You've upgraded your communication technology and now
you're ready to hold meetings online. However, this mode of
conferencing isn't the same as having a regular meeting, and
there are some unique challenges introduced because you are
working remotely through a computer. There are several tips
for you to keep in mind in order to ensure that you have
successful, effective web meetings.
Microsoft offers a list of mistakes that hinder having an
effective web meeting. It's suggested that you avoid
holding an online conference with a colleague or client
you've yet to meet in person. It's difficult to communicate
well online, especially in a sales environment, with someone
whose habits and mannerisms are completely foreign to you.
Another hindrance to a good meeting is having an
unskilled moderator. Microsoft also recommends
training sessions to help combat this and ensure your
moderator can facilitate a discussion smoothly.
You may want to implement the
meeting facilitation tips from Facilitate.com. Their
suggestions include letting your goals drive the meeting,
not the technology you have available. An effective online
meeting isn't overwhelmed by the tools available through web
conferencing -- instead, the tools should enhance your
meeting.
It's also recommended that the meeting leader becomes
familiar with the software before the meeting. Comfort level
with the technology makes for a more smoothly conducted
meeting.
Going through training sessions and reading about common
errors to avoid can help you ensure that your next web based
meeting is efficient and productive. The meeting content
itself is always at the forefront -- the technology just
helps the content reach others.
About the Author
Bob Whitehead is a successful freelance writer and
contributor to Web-Conferencing-Zone.com. Your
definitive guide to web conferencing services, online
collaboration software and web meetings for business.
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