MENLO PARK, Calif.,
Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- A
new study by global staffing firm Robert Half shows video calls may
be wearing on workers. More than three-quarters of professionals
surveyed (76%) said they participate in virtual meetings. Those
respondents reported spending nearly one-third of their workday
(30%) on camera with business contacts or colleagues. In
addition:
- 38% said they've experienced video call fatigue since the start
of the pandemic.
- 26% noted that the practicality and novelty of
videoconferencing has worn off over the past 8 months.
- 24% confirmed they find virtual meetings inefficient and
exhausting and prefer to communicate via other channels, like email
or phone.
- The most common video call pet peeves were dealing with
technical issues (28%) and too many meeting participants and people
talking over each other (19%).
- 1 in 4 working parents (25%) reported spending more than half
of their on-the-job hours in virtual meetings.
- More women (47%) than men (32%) said they're tired of
videoconferencing.
"Video calls became the go-to way for professionals to connect,
collaborate and build rapport at the start of the pandemic," said
Paul McDonald, senior executive
director of Robert Half. "While effective in some instances, they
can be draining in others and are best used in moderation."
McDonald added, "Workers are busier than ever and strapped for
time. Before setting up a video call, always determine the goal and
if it can be accomplished via other means."
Robert Half offers three tips for helping professionals make the
most of video calls:
- Test your tech. Check your computer's camera, microphone
and internet connection. Close any unused programs to increase your
bandwidth and reduce the temptation to multitask.
- Limit the guest list. Small groups tend to be more
effective and engaged. Make sure everyone you invite has something
valuable to offer and a stake in the outcome.
- Set expectations from the get-go. Send an agenda and
supporting materials in advance so participants can prepare. During
the discussion, capture notes and action items to share in a
recap.
For more videoconference etiquette tips, visit the Robert Half
blog.
About the Research
The online survey was developed by
Robert Half and conducted by an independent research firm from
October 27 to November 2, 2020. It
includes responses from more than 1,000 workers 18 years of age or
older and normally employed in office environments in the United States.
About Robert Half
Founded in 1948, Robert Half is the
world's first and largest specialized staffing firm. The company
has more than 300 staffing locations worldwide and offers hiring
and job search services at roberthalf.com. For additional
management and career advice, visit the Robert Half blog at
roberthalf.com/blog.
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