It is possible animal health pros are feeling Zoom-call fatigue. 
Sarah Gershman reminds us that being a participant requires focusing skills that are as important as it for call leaders to keep things directed. She explains how the Ringelmann Effect <link> is magnified on conference calls.
The bigger the group, the less responsibility each individual feels to ensure success. If one does not feel critical to a mission’s success, it’s easy to tune out or put in less effort.”
Source: Harvard Business Review, May 4, 2020. Link. The secret to effective participation involves thoughtful and targeted listening, says Gershman. She offers five strategies to listen more effectively in virtual meetings:
- Define your value beforehand.
- Acknowledge previous statements.
- Connect the dots.
- Bring your attention back.
- Don’t be afraid to ask a question.
Also see: Better listening is fierce listening, SmartBrief, May 28, 2020. Link.
Great communication starts with fierce listening.” – Art Petty