Should You Record Online Meetings? The Pros and Cons

The rise of remote work has turned many of us into semi-professional videographers-making sure we’re framed correctly, our background is just the right level of aspirational, and the lighting hits us in a flattering way. Whether it’s Zoom, Teams, or another solution that you use to host your online meetings though, the question arises: should you hit that ‘record’ button? Recording meetings can be incredibly useful, especially when overseeing a project with multiple moving parts. It serves as an excellent tool for easy note-taking. Provides an indisputable record of who said what. And, can be a lifesaver for team members who couldn’t attend the meeting. Plus, it’s invaluable for capturing intricate discussions, particularly in areas you’re not well-versed in. What’s not to like. <h1>The Double-Edged Sword</h1> But before you go smashing that record button like you’re on a game show, consider some potential downsides. Depending on the participants and subject matter, recording can inhibit honest, open conversations. It can also offer key stakeholders an excuse to skip the meeting, allowing them to opt for more passive engagement by choosing just to watch the recording later. And, multitaskers who do attend will often use the fact that a recording will be available, as a crutch to avoid being fully present during the real-time conversation. Sound familiar? <a href="https://medium.com/@thetwoglassesversion/should-you-record-online-meetings-the-pros-and-cons-2c362492b81e">Click Here</a>