How to Run a Successful Remote Board Meeting
The remote board meeting is an essential aspect of a non-profit’s decision-making process. It permits a more thorough discussion of strategic moves that the organization will make in the short term and the long term and gives the members an opportunity to address any issues they may face. It can be challenging to conduct a successful board meeting if you’re not in the same room with your colleagues.
Attendees can easily become distracted in virtual meetings. This is especially true when they’re focused on their tablet or laptop screens instead of talking face-toface with other members of the board. Plus, it’s often harder to convey nonverbal cues in a digital environment which can lead to miscommunication and inconsistent decision-making.
You can reduce the effects of these issues by distributing reminders that include the call details as well as the agenda, and urging attendees to conduct a tech-check prior to the meeting to ensure they can speak and hear clearly. You can offer videos that explain how to navigate the settings for hardware and software of the meeting platform.
To avoid “zoom fatigue” avoid “zoom fatigue,” try to keep meetings as brief as you can. This is especially important if you’re using a virtual board. This will keep your participants engaged and allow them to concentrate on the tasks they need to do instead of worrying about what remains to be accomplished before the next meeting.
