Enhancing Productivity with Video Feedback in 2024.
Tags: microservices, tooling, productivity
Published: 2024-05-31 09:18:38

My experience has taught me the importance of productivity in everything I and my team do. Video Feedback is a crucial component of this. 

This is what I and my team have learned from this. 

## Video Feedback: Easy to Start, Hard to Master
Video Feedback has been easy to implement in my daily routine. I press record, explain what hasn’t been done correctly, save, and notify the recipient. This ease to start and use lends to its practicality. I offer feedback on technical tasks such as code reviews or simple tasks like written pieces. This method of giving feedback is fast and efficient. My employees have the video as a reference point that allows them to make correct edits. 

Mastering Video Feedback is a different prospect. Tone and attitude are hard to convey over video feedback. It takes practice and repetition to develop a neutral tone for video feedback. This seems like a minor issue, but it affects the morale of your colleagues. This is the reason I don’t give performance reviews over video feedback. The tone can be misunderstood and even taken the wrong way. I use in-person meetings and synchronous video feedback for this. My employees can see my face, interpret my body language, and respond to the reviews in kind. Learning how to separate the two and more is a developing skill. This skill develops with time. Keep at it, and you’ll get better at it. 

Read: *[Onboarding and Training New Remote Employees in a Virtual Environment](https://martinbaun.com/blog/posts/onboarding-and-training-new-remote-employees-in-a-virtual-environment/)*

## Asynchronous Video Feedback
Remote teams are here to stay. It’s common to have colleagues spread all over the world. Different time zones make video feedback a crucial asset to use. Synchronous meetings are hard to have. They require a lot of planning, dedication, and sacrifice from the parties involved. 

Asynchronous video feedback is effective for remote teams. I give feedback, and the recipient works on it as required. They also have it as a reference they can refer to as much as they need. This allows them to focus and work on the task correctly. My employees also use it in different ways. They have personalized it to resolve tasks and other intangible aspects of our cooperation. I receive videos from my employees explaining their workflow and ideology for particular tasks. This has given me insight that I didn't have previously. I have a better understanding of the timeline needed for a task to progress from infancy to approval. It has optimized our work, streamlined our communication, and delivered the desired production. 

Read: *[Build Elegant Software In 1 month! How We Did It!](https://martinbaun.com/blog/posts/build-elegant-software-in-1-month-how-we-did-it/)*

This is the polar opposite of video meetings. They take place synchronously. This feedback has no reference point unless you've recorded it or notes were taken. I use them for progress reports, daily meetings with my team, and employee assessments. It is useful and helps me and my team plan and decide on the best way forward for particular tasks and projects. They are exceptional for such vital executive decisions. They don’t work for giving feedback. This makes asynchronous video feedback a powerful tool that enhances productivity and saves time. 

## Video Feedback Practicality
Video Feedback is as practical as it gets. If you see a problem, record it and how to rectify it. This is similar to asking questions with potential solutions, a concept I explained in our article, 7 Tips for Effective Communication in Remote Teams. 

Video Feedback lets me give tangible explanations without resorting to complicated methodologies. It has improved our efficiency since its introduction. It’s easier to offer explanations, show examples, and communicate intent.

A fine example of this is showcasing wrongly placed links and formatting. I contrast this with properly placed links and formatting. Giving this feedback in written format doesn’t convey the tone and voice of thought needed. Video feedback conveys my tone, train of thought, and emphasis in the feedback. This gives my employees a visual and auditory explanation of where the error lies and how to fix it. 

This practicality extends to feedback on codes, designs, posts on socials, and even construction. The practical uses of video feedback are vast, giving you the efficiency and productivity you need to soar your projects to greater heights. 

## Video Review and Collaboration
Remote teams need a strong bond and comradery to get things done. Not much attention is given to the importance of comradery. Video Feedback helps build this bond between team members. Video Feedback fills the void created by not working at a central location. 

Team members get a feel for each other, quirks, demeanor, likes, and dislikes. A lot is conveyed via Video Feedback, simulating some level of interaction that would be present in physical interactions. Video Feedback is intended to make work efficient and improve productivity. Comradery is a bonus that works to promote these objectives.

## Conclusion
Video Feedback is an excellent method to improve efficiency and productivity. It allows you to give feedback faster and enhances the workflow within your business. It promotes a collaborative mindset. This is great for every employee and team lead in the organization. Video Feedback keeps everyone informed and builds trust in the process.  The benefits aren't reaped automatically but they progressively accumulate. 

You can pair Video Feedback with collaboration software. Our favorite is Goleko. It helps you manage projects better. It has helped us improve our productivity, and you should try it. Goleko is our recommendation that we know you won't regret using. 

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## FAQs

*What is Video Feedback?*
Video Feedback is a communication channel utilizing audio and visual formats to convey a message in response to a project or task completed. 

*How effective is Video Feedback?*
Video Feedback is effective for all tasks. It helps you know exactly what to do and how to do it. It is the fastest way to give feedback, making it a must-have in your work routine. 

*What is the best Video Feedback Software?*
We haven't tested every Video Feedback software. This makes it hard to rank them. My team and I built VideoFeedbackr. We made it easily usable, reliable, and awesome for enhanced user experience. It is simple to use and follows the highest security standards. Create video content, give video reviews, and participate in video collaboration. 

*What is VideoFeedbackr?*
Free Video Feedback hassle-free. It is software designed for video review and collaboration. Use videos to convey your messages, collect feedback, and enhance creative collaboration. Get everyone on the same page with VideoFeedbackr. 

*Can you pair VideoFeedbackr with other tools?*
VideoFeedbackr was borne from an asynchronous video feedback tool we built in Goleko. Our team values video feedback, hence why we created it. VideoFeedbackr doesn't pair well with it but we have created a version of it within our project management tool. it allows for proper feedback which promotes our productivity. 

*Do you need an App to access VideoFeedbackr?*
No. VideoFeedbackr is accessible on your web browser. You do not need to download any apps to use it. 

*What is the pricing of a VideoFeedbackr subscription cost?*
VideoFeedbackr has a free tier and a paid tier coming soon. The free version is free for life and has some limited perks. The paid version will have more perks for you to enjoy and use.

*Do you need an account to use VideoFeedbackr?*
No, you don’t. You can use VideoFeedbackr without registering an account. You only need to open your browser, type in VideoFeedbackr on the search bar, and start using it.

*Is Goleko similar to Slack?*
No, it isn't. Goleko is a collaboration platform whereas Slack is a communication platform. Goleko is a platform that helps you manage your projects and will soon incorporate smooth communication in one central application. This will guarantee your efficiency wherever you're working be it in real-time or remotely. 

*What are the security measures on VideoFeedbackr?*
VideoFeedbackr has blockbuster security systems to ensure your privacy is maintained. You only need to record the video, save it, and share the link with the recipient. Anyone who's watching the video must receive the link from you. Our brand values your privacy and follows ethical guidelines to protect it.

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