Virtual meetings have their own challenges — talking over each other, silence, tech glitches. Leading one well takes a specific set of phrases to manage turn-taking and keep people engaged. Here are the ones you'll use most.
Manage turn-taking
'Go ahead, Ana — you first.' 'Let's go around the room.' 'I saw a hand — Tom, you're next.' On video, someone has to direct traffic. These phrases keep the conversation orderly and everyone included.
Handle the tech gracefully
'You're on mute.' 'We lost you for a second — can you repeat that?' 'Let's give people a moment to reconnect.' Handling glitches calmly keeps the meeting moving and keeps you looking in control.
Drive engagement
Frequently asked questions
What phrases help me lead a virtual meeting?
Turn-taking cues ('let's go around the room'), tech phrases ('you're on mute'), and engagement prompts ('Priya, what's your take?').
How do I manage turn-taking on video?
Direct traffic by name and go around the room so everyone's included.
How do I keep people engaged remotely?
Pull people in by name and check in explicitly — silence is louder on video.
How do I practice virtual meeting leadership?
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