THE GARDEN GANG'S BEST SMALL PRACTICES FOR VIRTUAL GROUP MEETINGS Listen Actively Give each member a chance to speak and listen to what they are really saying. Instead of thinking about what you are going to say next, listen to what others are saying and the meaning behind their words. Practice Tech Norms Dress appropriately, listen and take notes. Test technology to ensure success before the meeting begins by ensuring WiFi signal is strong, microphone is working and camera is focused. Be Obedient to Your Group's Needs When working in a small group, it is important to conform to the norms of the group and follow along with expected behaviors. When you learn to understand what is normal in the group, you are also learning what is healthy for the group. Be Flexible and Adaptable* Though it is important to be respectful to the standards and deadlines your group sets, be adaptable as life comes up. If your meetings are always Tuesday mornings, be willing to meet on Wednesday if need be. Communicate & Collaborate Clearly* It is during exchanges that peers connect and learn more about each other. When team members are involved frequently, they build a team mentality. Make sure you are clear about your needs and contributions. Encourage Diversity Diversity in a group is the best way to extract creative thinking. There are abundant resources to learn from in a diverse group, and they tend to be more positive. Everyone has a unique experience and perspective. Give Constructive Feedback Use "I" Statements when making suggestions for improvement. State ideal behaviors for group members to live up to. Be specific in your descriptions to provide clarity. Make sure to highlight positive behavior and call out negative behavior right away. Set Deadlines As Beebe & Masterson (2015) suggest, "Team members should be given clear, specific due dates, and they should report whether or not they are meeting them. In a small group, especially a dedicated work group, it is essential to keep track of and be aware of each person's responsibilities and how your own work fits in (Tope, n.d.). Trust & Support Your Teammates* Working in a new group can be nerve-wracking, especially if you aren't familiar with whom you are working. Try your best to go in with a positive attitude and assume the best of your teammates. Throughout conversations, encourage participation in a positive manner. Expect the Unexpected* You never know when a group member will lose internet access or encounter something unexpected. You never know where a brainstorming lesson will lead you! Learn to roll with the punches and be the best team member you can be throughout. THE GARDEN GANG IS: JAROD AYERS, MICHAEL FRAZIER, ADRIANE KALATA, HANNAH LEVITAN, ETHYN VIG & HAYDEN WOLF References Ali, M. (2020, May 1). 11 best practices for virtual meeting engagement. Medium. Retrieved from medium.com/hubilo-officil-blog/11-best-practices-for-virtual-meeting-engagement- 48f47e93291d Beebe, Steven A. & Masterson, John T. (2015). Communicating in Small Groups- 11th Edition. Retrieved from: http://docshare04.docshare.tips/files/31700/317001447.pdf Crafford, L. (2020, March 25). The 7 Rules of Virtual Meeting Etiquette Every Professional Should Know. GotoMeeting. Retrieved from blog.gotomeeting.com/7-rules-virtual- meeting-etiquette-every-professional-know/ Piercy, Cameron W. Ph.D. (2020). 19 Conformity and Obedience. Problem Solving in Teams and Groups. Creative Commons Attribution Rothwell, D. J. (2019). In Mixed Company: Communicating in Small Groups and Teams. Oxford University Press Tope, Emily, (n.d.). Why Small Team Collaboration Usually Beats Larger Groups https://blog.doist.com/small-team-collaboration/ Vanderbloemen, W. (2020, March 24). 8 Cardinal Rules Of Running A Virtual Meeting. Forbes. Retrieved from forbes.com/sites/williamvanderbloemen/2020/03/15/8-cardinal-rules-of- running-a-virtual-meeting/#277591864e1d
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