Working on other tasks during a virtual meeting can lead to several drawbacks. It can cause distraction, leading to missing out on important information being discussed. It also shows disrespect to the presenter and other participants, as it gives the impression that you are not interested or engaged in the meeting. Furthermore, it can lead to poor performance in both the meeting and the task you are trying to accomplish simultaneously, as multitasking often results in decreased efficiency and productivity.
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As soon as one or two attendees “dial in” to a virtual meeting, productivity starts to suffer, because attendees often interpret virtual meetings as a...
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Introduce everyone during the meeting, and give everyone a chance to contribute Don't stare at your phone while other people are presenting Don't interrupt other people when they're speaking (or attempt to speak over them) Test all technology (including camera/video, Wi-Fi, and screen sharing) before the meeting Read the agenda, and come prepared Don't work on other tasks (like checking email) during the virtual meeting Turn off all notifications and make sure your cell phone is on silent Make sure all team members are in a quiet area free from unnecessary distractions