Tools For Effective Business Communication
I was trying to coordinate a time with a business friend to catch up. We were trying to figure out the best tool to communicate. She shared she preferred any method but a zoom video call, she is not the only one that is “zoomed out“.
I have heard similar responses from corporate leaders and business owners. I realized the issue was not video conferencing, but the step before the meeting – the purpose for the meeting. It is this purpose that should have determine the best tool. I share factors to consider before picking the best tool for the what you want to accomplish.
The right communication tools are the best way to keep your teams from frustration, low productivity and low engagement.
QUESTIONS THAT ARE ANSWERED IN THIS PODCAST
- What is the best format to communicate – written, audio or video
- Live versus recorded formats
- Some factors to consider:
- purpose of meeting
- number of audience
- type of audience, who/roles
- sensitivity of information
- time sensitivity of response
- actions to take place before or after meeting
Next Steps:
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- Look at upcoming meetings to see which ones you can apply this information
- What tools do you have in place for responses for pre or post meeting info gathering – google form, excel checklist, etc?
- Will you change tools from now on?
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