Hybrid work provides employees with the flexibility necessary to work in ways that are most effective to them. For many this means working when they want, how they want, as long as they get their work done. Whole hybrid work boasts many benefits including improved work-life, balance, more efficient use of time, burnout mitigation, higher productivity, and control over work hours and location, many organizations fail to create synergy between remote and in-person employees. 

In an attempt to connect employees that are working in the office and from home, many organizations have begun to embrace video conferencing software like Zoom that allow all parties to meet and connect regardless of their location. Luckily, Zoom has the tools and features hybrid workers need to stay connected no matter where they work. Keep reading to unlock 6 of the best Zoom apps for hybrid teams! 

6 of The Best Zoom Apps for Hybrid Teams: 

1. Slack

Communication can occasionally break between employees that are working remotely and employees that are working from the office, luckily Slack’s workplace communication tool eliminates this barrier by providing employees of all kinds with the tools necessary to communicate seamlessly. Whether working remotely or embracing a hybrid model, Slack provides teammates with a hub that can be used to communicate, brainstorm, and share resources.  

Chalked full of features, Slack makes it possible for teammates to share files, screen share, or chat via the instant messaging feature. Slack’s Zoom integration streamlines efficiency by allowing you to start an instant Zoom meeting or join a scheduled meeting by using the /Zoom command directly in a Slack channel, private group, or direct message. When a Zoom meeting that you have started through Slack finishes, you will be provided with a meeting summary in addition to a link to the meeting recording.  

2. Fellow

Thousands of leaders at companies like Shopify, SurveyMonkey, Webflow, and Gong.io have been using Fellow to optimize and improve their meetings. Fellow enables remote and hybrid employees to optimize one-on-one meetings by making it possible for leaders, managers, direct reports, and peers to collaborate on meeting agendas, assign action items, get suggested conversation topics, and exchange feedback. 

With Fellow’s Zoom app, you can collaborate on meeting agendas, record decisions, and hold your team accountable- all without leaving your Zoom meeting. In addition, Fellow’s Zoom app allows you to integrate your meeting notes directly into your Zoom meeting so you can view your notes and continue with your meeting at the same time. This means you will no longer have to juggle multiple windows or tabs when you’re trying to reference your meeting notes during your next Zoom meeting. 

3. Google Drive

Nothing is worse than scouring multiple apps in an attempt to source a shared document. In 2023 where numerous organizations are embracing remote or hybrid work models, it’s now more important than ever to centralize important information. If you want your teammates to be able to source key meeting insights or Zoom meeting recordings, you must make them easily accessible. 

Using Google Drive for Zoom makes it possible for you to save and store all Zoom meetings with ease. After you install the Google Drive Zoom app, all of your meeting recordings and chat transcripts will automatically be stored in a Zoom recording folder within your Google Drive. This simple integration will make it possible for you to centralize all meeting information so anyone that missed the meeting or anyone that wishes to reference the meeting at a later date can easily do so. 

4. Colibri

Zoom fatigue is real and it's natural to zone out from time to time. If you struggle to take notes while paying attention to the meeting host or speaker, Colibri is for you. The Colibri Zoom app records your Zoom meetings, transcribes them as you speak, and generates concise, searchable meeting notes that can easily be found and referenced in the future; making it possible for you to engage in the meeting and focus on the conversation without worrying about taking notes. With Colibri you can capture key insights with a simple click, share your meeting notes with teammates post meeting, and quickly review past meetings without having to leave Zoom.  

5. SurveyMonkey

Driving engagement among remote teams can be difficult which is why it’s important to leverage Zoom apps that make it possible to create more engaging Zoom meetings. While you may have only used SurveyMonkey in the past to complete a survey or conduct external research, it can also be used during hybrid Zoom meetings to integrate interactive surveys and polls into your Zoom meeting. SurveyMonkey for Zoom can also be used to collect feedback that can be used to make iterations and improvements. This is an excellent tool if you’re eager to drive engagement or learn more about your teammates. 

6. Range

Do you struggle to foster alignment and check-in with your hybrid team? Oftentimes it can be difficult to foster alignment among hybrid employees. Some employees are working from the office, some are working remotely, and team members may be working within different time zones or office hours. If your hybrid team struggles to connect in real-time, you may want to consider implementing asynchronous standups or updates. This means that your teammates would provide an asynchronous update during a specific window of time as opposed to meeting in real-time. 

With the Range Zoom app, you can facilitate async check-ins with your team by running a combined written and video standup, collecting status updates in advance, and leveraging your meeting time for relationship building and team bonding as opposed to quick status updates. 

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