Working in the Remote Environment

Learning Outcomes

Speak during virtual meetings with confidence and conviction
Use voice, face, and body to strengthen and support the substance of your message
Articulate clear and concise messaging for presentations, meetings and conference calls
Understand the difference in message delivery for virtual meetings
Know how your technology can be optimized for a hassle-free presentation
Engage your audience through activities and questions to maintain interactivity

Discourse

Today, more than ever before, corporations are implementing work-from-home practices. Meetings, negotiations, sales, and events are all taking place on-line. Although the shift has been taking place over time, the level to a majority on-line world is new for most of us. While the corporate world is making this transition to virtual meetings, we must ask ourselves if our communication skills are adapting to meet the change. We have noticed that capturing an audience’s attention is much harder when the person is not physically in front of you. Which means that our presentation needs to be even more engaging. In this course we cover behaviors, techniques, and tools to presenting oneself confidently through any virtual meeting.

Program Overview

Creating a strong presence

How to grab an audience’s attention
Body language for remote environment
Use of voice for effect
How to have an impact online – mic, camera & background tips

Technology advantages

Understand a range of technology platforms and their functions
How to keep on top of tasks and your team
Building a Learning Management System
Creating a team working schedule

Running Virtual Meetings Effectively

Scheduling meetings at the appropriate times
The rule of the 1/3 for meetings
Maintaining strategic order and clarity
Smooth transitions between topics and speakers

Connecting With Your Audience

Creating an interactive environment
Asking relevant questions
How to engage a disinterested audience
Addressing audience feedback

Managing others remotely

How to effectively give feedback to your team
How to address tasks and deadlines
Creating a virtual schedule for team members
Feeling part of a team online
Defining working hours and schedule

Managing mental health

Ensuring team morale is maintained
Coping with stress: tips and tools
Managing isolation and how to stay connected
Work and play: ensuring there is a balance