Zoom Fatigue | More Meetings, Less Productivity

The definition of Zoom fatigue is relatively self-explanatory —  it refers to the stress and exhaustion associated with several virtual meetings that are often required to be attended.

Unfortunately over time, these mandatory meetings become much harder to mentally process, especially when you and your colleagues are working from your homes in the midst of the health crisis.

Picture this:

You’re working 40 hours (maybe more) every week, in the same corner of your home five days straight. The majority of this time is spent staring into a webcam with your microphone on mute until you patiently wait for your name to be called so you can give a five-minute update on projects you are currently working on.

And then there are still 55 minutes left in the meeting.

Because of the convenience of Zoom meetings, many employees feel that they cannot say no to attending, even if that means their work takes a hit.

However, the overuse of virtual meetings is having a clear impact on the way employees function. Not only is it increasing feelings of performance anxiety, but having to “be on” during these meetings is harmful to the mental health of workers.