In this episode, we tackle the challenges of online meetings with expert facilitator Steph Vidal-Hall. If you've ever sat through endless virtual meetings wondering if they could be better (spoiler: they definitely can), this episode is for you.

Building on our popular episode about in-person meetings, we explore what makes online meetings different and how to make them genuinely effective. Whether you're leading meetings or participating in them, you'll get practical strategies you can implement immediately.

Key points from this episode

• Why some meetings should never be online (and how to tell which ones)
• The three core responsibilities of an online meeting host
• How to create an environment where everyone feels comfortable contributing
• Practical techniques for equalising the space and ensuring all voices are heard
• The importance of having cameras on and how to address it professionally

00:00 Introduction and Welcome to Steph

02:00 What meetings should (and shouldn't) be online

04:00 Core responsibilities as an online meeting host

08:00 The minimum viable meeting concept

13:00 Creating an equal space for contribution

20:00 Using rounds effectively in meetings

27:00 Ground rules and the camera-on conversation

36:00 How to close meetings effectively

Useful Links

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Connect with Steph on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephvidalhall/

Steph's Website: https://stephvidalhall.co.uk/

Download Steph's guide to using rounds in online meetings

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