The Look & Sound of Leadership How to Create Engagement Online
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Jun 5, 2025 A leader grapples with a dull virtual learning rollout and seeks guidance on enhancing online engagement. The discussion centers on effective strategies like tone-setting, chat prompts, and reflective questioning to energize participants. Listeners learn about three key facilitation skills: using learning questions, fostering a judgment-free space, and keeping the conversation flowing without monopolizing it. The importance of gratitude in building community and nurturing engagement is also highlighted, along with valuable resources for further exploration.
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Brenna's Struggle With Online Engagement
- Brenna struggled to get engagement in her global virtual management skills sessions.
- Despite her experience in-person, online interaction felt like "pulling teeth" initially.
Use Timed Chat Prompts
- Use chat with timed silent writing to get everyone thinking and engaging without pressure.
- Ask participants to send messages simultaneously to create dynamic group interaction.
Set Ground Rules to Engage
- Set ground rules like turning cameras on and explain why it helps learning from each other.
- Discuss how participants will show up to encourage engagement and presence.
