It’s no secret that Zoom has become a massive part of our way of life in recent years. Beginning with the COVID-19 pandemic, we had to adjust to the idea of virtual calls and meetings as part of a way to slow the spread of the Coronavirus. In reality, being on a Zoom meeting gives the individual the option to take part in something that doesn’t require time and money to get to.
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However, as popular as Zoom has become, I recently had a couple of Zoom calls that had me asking the question of whether not individuals should disclose before a meeting so that people know what to expect out of what’s on their end? This can range from sudden background noises or individuals who have a disorder that prevents them maintaining self control.
Now, let’s be real here. One of my biggest pet peeves is distractions and noises coming from something or someone that should not be in a virtual setting. I get the fact that some people have no control over distractions that they can’t control, but it helps that giving advanced notice about a distraction is essential.
That way, people can mentally prepare themselves for the unexpected. I just happen to be one of the individuals who need to mentally prepare for some events and occurrences because of my sensory processing disorder and if you have sensory processing disorder like I do, then you can relate
Now, let’s be real on account that there are some people who don’t feel comfortable with disclosing their difference to a virtual audience. However, if the individual doesn’t want to disclose in front of the group, they can always talk to the individual heading the meeting or call and disclose before the meeting or call.
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It also helps that there are mediators during zoom calls on account that they are the ones who can keep order during zoom calls. To have a mediator doesn’t always get rid of all distractions, but it does give a sense of control to the call.
But the important factor here is that the individual wants to be included in the virtual section much like an in-person setting. For some, they may never fully understand a virtual setting the same way they don’t understand a in-person setting. It’s sometimes hard for me to deal with individuals that are not going to be perfect, but it’s just the way they are.
However, there are going to be times that a little give and take is needed that also develops skills in empathy and walking a mile in someone else’s shoes. In a way, disclosing may be hard, but it helps both sides in helping a Zoom meeting or any meeting for that matter, run as smoothly as possible.
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Catch you all later!!
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