Do you miss the days when most meetings were in person? For me, in person is always the best way to build trusting relationships. But in todays world, that is getting less and less common.
In this episode of NeuroConversant Leadership, Jeremy Doran discusses the challenges and strategies for building trust and making connections in a virtual environment, particularly through Zoom. He emphasizes the importance of body language, facial expressions, and engagement techniques to foster relationships even when in-person interactions are limited.
This was inspired by episode 64, with Natalie Doyle Oldfield, so check that one out as well.
Chapters
00:00 3 elements for building trust
01:03 Different settings have different requirements
02:57 Engaging on Zoom: Strategies for Connection
09:01 Zoom has some advantages
09:12 I want feedback!
Takeaways
In-person meetings are ideal for building trust.
Smiling and being expressive are crucial in virtual settings.
Engaging with strangers can lead to positive interactions.
Zoom presents unique challenges for making connections.
Facial expressions can convey interest and engagement.
Using hand gestures can enhance communication on Zoom.
Asking questions shows genuine interest in conversations.
Eye contact on Zoom is different from in-person interactions.
Balancing attention between the camera and participants is key.
Feedback is essential for improving communication skills.
