Magic in the Room #110: Designing Effective Online Meetings with Rachel Hicks
July 12, 2022
The COVID-19 Pandemic changed many things about how we work, including the need for more online meetings. In this Magic in the Room episode, Hannah and Luke talk to Rachel Hicks about how she creates meaningful connections while conducting meetings and workshops through Zoom. If you have any role in online meetings, Rachel’s tips and tricks can help you be more effective in having productive conversations and building relationships despite the challenges of meeting in virtual spaces.
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Connect with Rachel Hicks at
www.rachelhicksdesign.com on Instagram
@rachelhicksdesign or on LinkedIn at
www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-hicks-b4462728.
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Music by evangrimmusic.com
Recorded at AUIDEO studio
in Bozeman, MT
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