Virtual Meeting is a collaboration solution that allows participants to take part in video conference calls that involve multiple people from different locations. The conference keeps participants focused and productive, no matter if they are discussing a fresh idea or brainstorming. In addition to allowing participants to talk to one another, Virtual Meeting includes features that increase productivity, such as recording meetings, making transcripts, and allowing accessibility for those who may need assistance due to physical limitations.

Define the objectives of your Virtual Meetings to avoid unproductive diverting thoughts and keep participants focused. This will ensure that you cover only the most important topics and let your team reach a consensus by the end of the meeting.

Encourage your team to take notes in writing during the virtual meeting. Research has proven that taking notes in hand can help people retain information and better comprehend the information they're learning. Encourage your participants to participate by using the chat or whiteboard features of the virtual meeting. This way even those who aren't sure to speak out can make their voices heard.

Begin on time. Meetings that start late are more likely to go over the time they have been scheduled and this can cause frustration for the attendees. Make sure that you begin your virtual meetings at the designated meeting time so that you can begin the process right away.

Facilitate your virtual meeting by randomly calling participants during the call to determine if they are paying attention. This will not only increase participation, but also helps make your meetings more effective by ensuring that every participant has heard and pays attention.