How do I encourage active participation in a virtual communications session?
The most effective way to increase and foster active participation in a virtual session is first, through thorough preparation in advance, such as creating a clear agenda and publicizing the intent of the session. The second critical factor to increase participation is to create a trusting work environment. All the preparation possible, coupled with the best technologies, will not help to increase participation if employees don’t feel that their participation will be valued. When employees feel that their input is valued and that their contributions will be acknowledged without criticism, the level of participation will increase in quantity and quality.
