From the course: How to Perform Business Analysis in a Virtual Environment

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Setting up the virtual environment

Setting up the virtual environment

From the course: How to Perform Business Analysis in a Virtual Environment

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Setting up the virtual environment

- It might sound contradictory, but when you hold a virtual session, you actually have to be even more present than in person. Virtual environments require you to be more engaging. This successful engagement, though, starts with a foundation of forethought and planning. Regardless of the format or technique, every successful virtual session starts with a clear objective. You're getting people together, and so you must set the tone. You want to articulate why their time is important and valued. Being clear on your purpose will also help ensure you to use the most appropriate technique for your session. You want to select a technique whose purpose is focused on the outcome you wish to achieve. For example, if you are looking to prioritize items, then you might select a prioritization technique, like time boxing. This would be more efficient than trying to use a brainstorming technique 'cause brainstorming is focused on…

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