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How can you overcome communication barriers in a virtual community?

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Communication is essential for any community, but especially for a virtual one. When you can't see or hear each other face-to-face, you need to find ways to overcome the barriers that might prevent you from building trust, understanding, and collaboration. In this article, you'll learn some practical tips on how to communicate effectively in a virtual community.

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1 Choose the right tools

Not all communication tools are created equal. Depending on your community's goals, preferences, and needs, you might want to use different platforms and formats for different purposes. For example, you might use email for formal announcements, video calls for interactive discussions, chat groups for casual conversations, and forums for feedback and support. The key is to choose the tools that suit your community's style, culture, and expectations, and to use them consistently and appropriately.

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Tawanda, Blessing Gamanya

Results-driven Corporate Communications Specialist & Marketing Leader passionate about sustainability, ESG, and CSR. Certified ESG professional from Corporate Finance Institute. Award-winning Top ESG & CSR Officer 2023.
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From my past experience i have always made use of the following 8 key things to overcome communication barriers in a virtual community: 1.Establish clear communication channels. 2. Foster open and transparent communication. 3. Use visual aids and multimedia. 4. Provide clear instructions and guidelines. 5. Encourage regular communication and collaboration. 6. Be mindful of time zones and availability. 7. Foster a sense of community and trust. 8. Regularly evaluate and adapt your communication strategies. By following these steps, one can enhance communication and create a more inclusive and effective virtual community.

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Remi Akinmade

Community Health Development Consultant & Practitioner
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According to Wikipedia, A virtual community is a social network of individuals who connect through specific social media, potentially crossing geographical and political boundaries to pursue mutual interests or goals.? To overcome Virtual Community communication barriers, one needs to understand the Basic Principle of Communication and Barriers, that is, anything wrong with the idea or message, the sender, the channels, and the receiver/s. Now to the Virtual Community Challenges, the sender must be knowledgeable of the idea presented, have good social media Skills and ethics, and how to use it for good. The leader or members should follow and respect the virtual community set rules, engage, and make meaningful contributions.

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Andrew Carr

Team coordinator (SALS Program) at Mass Advocates Standing Strong (MASS)
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Building a community platform that supports social and emotional development, good communication, and understanding between users and virtual environments can build positive results. Building good and understandable communication builds a good culture and foster a good communities.

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2 Establish clear guidelines

To avoid confusion, frustration, and conflict, you need to set some ground rules for your virtual communication. These might include things like how often you expect to communicate, what topics are appropriate or off-limits, how to handle disagreements or complaints, and how to respect each other's privacy and boundaries. You should also explain how to use the communication tools you've chosen, and what to do if there are any technical issues or emergencies. Make sure you communicate these guidelines clearly and regularly, and invite feedback and suggestions from your community members.

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3 Adapt your communication style

One of the challenges of virtual communication is that you might miss out on some of the non-verbal cues that help you convey and interpret messages, such as tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language. To overcome this barrier, you need to adapt your communication style to suit the medium and the audience. For example, you might want to use more emoticons, gifs, or emojis to express your emotions, or use more punctuation, capitalization, or formatting to emphasize your points. You should also be mindful of how your words might be perceived by people from different backgrounds, cultures, or perspectives, and avoid using jargon, slang, or humor that might be misunderstood or offensive.

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4 Engage your community

Virtual communication can sometimes feel impersonal or distant, which can affect your community's sense of belonging and involvement. To prevent this, you need to find ways to engage your community and make them feel valued and heard. For example, you might want to ask open-ended questions, solicit feedback, share stories, celebrate achievements, acknowledge contributions, or offer support. You should also encourage your community members to interact with each other, and create opportunities for them to socialize, network, or collaborate. By doing so, you can foster a sense of connection and trust among your community.

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Carlton Allen MS, CHW, MCHES?

Program Manager at The Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas | America's Essential Hospitals 2020-21 Fellow | Cancer Advocate | Nonprofit Board Member
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Engaging the community should happen often when you are developing virtual communication. Focus group or test multiple ways to show your message with the community and allow them to work with you to craft that message. This will dramatically cut down on any barriers you face.

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5 Follow up and follow through

Finally, one of the most important aspects of virtual communication is to follow up and follow through. This means that you need to keep your promises, deliver on your commitments, and update your community on your progress and results. You should also check in with your community regularly, and make sure that they have everything they need to succeed. By following up and following through, you can show your community that you care about them, and that you are reliable and accountable.

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6 Here’s what else to consider

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