Dory is a powerful tool for facilitating Q&A during town halls and all-hands meetings, enhancing engagement and allowing participants to express their thoughts in real-time. Here’s how to effectively use Dory for these gatherings:
Set up your event
Create the Event: Log in to Dory and navigate to the Create Event section. Enter the event details, including the name, date, and time.
Choose Event Type: Decide if the event will be Public (anyone with the link) or Private (restricted to your organization).
Generate the Event Link: After creating the event, share the unique link via meeting announcements, emails, or calendar invites.
Promote participation
Encourage Pre-Submission: Invite employees to submit questions in advance through internal communications or pre-meeting emails.
Distribute the QR Code: Download the QR code from the Dory settings and include it in presentation slides or printed materials for easy access.
Engage during the meeting
Introduce Dory: At the beginning of the meeting, explain how Dory works and encourage attendees to ask and upvote questions.
Moderate the Q&A: Monitor incoming questions and address them based on popularity or relevance to the agenda.
Encourage Real-Time Interaction: Remind participants to engage by submitting and upvoting questions throughout the meeting.
Follow up after the meeting
Review Questions: After the meeting, review the submitted questions and feedback to inform future meetings.
Communicate Key Takeaways: Share key outcomes and any unanswered questions with participants to promote transparency.
Conclusion
Using Dory for Q&A during town halls and all-hands meetings fosters a culture of engagement and open communication. By following these steps, you can create a more interactive meeting environment that encourages transparency within your organization.