The downside of the rise of virtual meetings is the further reinforcement of the impersonal nature of the workplace. Working virtually has many advantages, but it comes at the cost of informality. Much of the feedback, relational connection, and creativity inspired by in-person interaction is lost in virtual calls. This is not always obvious to team members who prize the efficiency of virtual communication.
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Informal Conversation Is Not Optional
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The downside of the rise of virtual meetings is the further reinforcement of the impersonal nature of the workplace. Working virtually has many advantages, but it comes at the cost of informality. Much of the feedback, relational connection, and creativity inspired by in-person interaction is lost in virtual calls. This is not always obvious to team members who prize the efficiency of virtual communication.