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The Benefits of Conference Call Services for Large Group Meetings
Conference call services are still a necessary part of the day-to-day operations for many organizations. Despite the rise of video conferencing and other digital tools, conference calls remain an effective way to host large group meetings with minimal setup time and cost. Let’s take a look at why conference call services are still a viable option for today’s businesses.
Cost-Effective & Easy Setup
Conference call services are relatively inexpensive compared to other forms of communication, such as video conferencing or in-person meetings. Setting up an audio conference is quick and easy, with most providers offering one-touch dialing or access code to quickly connect all participants involved. There’s no need to invest in costly hardware or software, and there is minimal to no downtime setting up the call itself.
Increased Productivity & Efficiency
Conference calls enable team members from various locations to join a single meeting without having to travel …
What to Expect In Large Conference Calls this 2023
The conference call industry is ever-changing and impacted by numerous factors and the environment we are in today. And as we grow closer to the upcoming year, new trends and changes, especially in large conference calls, are already brewing. If you utilize conference calling as a business owner or a corporate employee, you need to anticipate these changes and know how you are moving forward with your business and work.
Here are trends and predictions for large conference calls this 2023:
Virtual water coolers are necessary as ever
A survey by Buffer found that loneliness (20%) and collaboration (20%) are two of the biggest struggles among virtual teams. As remote work continues to be a key setup for businesses, these conflicts will continue to be a common problem in 2023.
This is why virtual water coolers are as necessary as ever. Water cooler conversations are a great way for …
Types of Online Meetings To Leverage On Your Next Conference Call
Online meetings have become a part of our daily routines at work. A 2022 study showed that organizations spent around 15% of their time on meetings; however, further probing revealed that 71% of those meetings were considered unproductive. It is estimated that nearly $37 billion is lost annually due to unproductive meetings. To minimize this loss, knowing what types of online meetings work best for your needs is important.
Here are three types of online meetings and ways you can utilize them:
Teleconferencing (Audio only)
Teleconferencing is the most basic and accessible type of online meeting. It is also the most convenient as you only need a phone and a teleconferencing bridge to connect two or more participants.
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- Simple – Since you’re only using audio, teleconferencing’s biggest advantage is simplicity. You don’t need any fancy software or programs for it to work. You only need your trusted
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10 Townhall Meeting Ideas to Make Your Meetings Exciting
Townhall meetings usually have a serious atmosphere attached to them. Since these are meetings where companies get together to discuss important updates and issues, it’s no wonder that most people think of them as strictly formal affairs. Although these meetings are more serious than your average brainstorming session, there is no reason for them to be dull. If anything, you should be working to ensure they’re engaging and productive for everyone involved. Here are ten townhall meeting ideas that will help make things more exciting, whether it be in-person or online!
Build anticipation towards your meeting
The first thing you can do is build anticipation for your meeting. Make a townhall meeting checklist to ensure you’re well-prepared. Send out invitations a few weeks before, or plan an agenda and send it to your participants beforehand. You can also highlight any specific or special segment in your town hall meeting …
Best Practices for Managing Large Conference Calls This 2022 and Beyond
The more we move forward into the future, the more we rely on large meetings. With today’s technology, it’s easier for the workforce to connect, no matter the location. Still, for the technology to work, we must do our part as well. Hosting and conducting productive large conference calls also takes some manual effort. Here are a few tips on managing your large calls in 2022:
Assess your meeting format
First, you’ll want to consider your meeting format. Not all kinds of meetings can be handled singularly. Managing a big town hall meeting differs from managing a brainstorming session or monthly meeting. You need to take these into consideration and think about how you’re going to approach them. Brainstorming sessions will generally have a lot more engagement and collaboration. Meanwhile, town hall meetings will have more information involved.
Know your attendees
Think about the people who will be present …