Whilst there are many benefits to in person networking that online can not provide, there are also ways in which online networking can be highly efficient to companies. By networking online there is an opportunity for a range of people from around the world to all join together from the comfort of their own home. This method is highly convenient for many when it comes to networking, and in this blog we will be discussing the many benefits of online networking.
Accessibility and Cost Effective:
When networking in person, you have to travel and wake up early in order to make it on time to the events. However, when it comes to online networking, you can join from any device as long as there is internet present. This method of connection is highly convenient to many as it allows those that have small children to look after, disabilities and those that are struggling with their finances the opportunity to be able to join events. This also helps in making much more meaningful connections between people, especially with the recent popularity in meeting websites such as ‘Zoom’.
Travelling can be expensive, so by using online networking, there is no need for fuel expenses. This can be extremely cost effective, limiting the amount of carbon you are polluting through transport, making online meetings also highly sustainable as well. Online networking requires no high-end equipment, just simply a smartphone or laptop that can connect to the internet. This can make it extremely cost-effective to those that are from low finance areas, allowing them to access high-end networking as well.
Visibility:
By attending meetings and events online, you can get in contact with people from all around the world. Actively engaging with online communities can help you to build your brand online, as well as discussing ideas with professionals within the industry to help to gain new skills. As a result of this, it can be highly efficient in allowing for new collaborations between companies throughout the world.
Improved Learning:
Since ‘Zoom’ increased in popularity during Covid 19, when many students had to study from home, so did the increase of break rooms. Break rooms are small rooms within a main call where a few people can discuss meetings and work together on group projects. They can help those that want to discuss small issues, as well as allowing for 1-1 support.
They are a great way to increase engagement and participation since by having smaller groups, it can help shyer people by encouraging them to contribute more actively. Having smaller groups makes it easier for participants to focus when getting into deeper discussions, allowing them to associate tasks to workers efficiently. This can also help in enhancing collaboration between workers, helping them to brainstorm ideas, solve any problems that they may be having and allowing them to work on projects more efficiently.
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