![\"How](\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/How-to-replace-in-person-conversations-when-working-remotely.png\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nVideo calls: Because you’ll be able to see<\/em> your team<\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe best solution for replacing in-person communication is using video calls<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nVideo calls will offer you an immersive experience by allowing everyone to see each other and pick up on nonverbal cues such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Facial expressions,<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Gestures, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Body language<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Just like you would in the conference room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whether you\u2019re discussing project details, brainstorming ideas, or having a weekly check-in meeting, video calls foster open communication<\/a> and effective collaboration<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Collaborate in real time<\/span>\n Simplify your work with Pumble \u2014 the all-in-one communication app.<\/p>\n\n
\n Explore<\/a>\n\n Sign up<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n \n ![\"Illustration\"](\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/landing-1.png\")
\n <\/picture>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\n\n\nThis is where reliable apps such as Pumble<\/a> come in handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWith its powerful video conferencing features, you\u2019ll feel connected to your team and able to recreate the real-life experience of in-person conversations.<\/p>\n\n\n
\n![\"Video](\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1.-video-calls.png\")
Video calls in Pumble <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nWith Pumble video calls, you and your team can easily:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Share your screen<\/a> \u2014 for immediate and dynamic collaboration, <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Record meetings \u2014 for future reference or an absent team member,<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Chat in the call \u2014 for fast input without interrupting the speaker, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Invite external guests<\/a> to join \u2014 for when you need to include a third-party collaborator.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
So everything you can do in-person, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\ud83d\udca1 Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you are new to video conferencing, or sometimes feel uncertain about what is acceptable during meetings, check out our blog post about virtual meeting etiquette:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Virtual Meeting Etiquette Tips<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Audio calls: Because you don’t need to dress up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The next best option for simulating in-person conversations has to be voice calls<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAlthough they lack the visual component of video conferencing, they provide a quick and efficient way to communicate with your remote team<\/strong>. With just a click of a button, you can all connect instantly, without worrying about how you’ll present yourself in front of a camera \u2014 which is one of the biggest benefits of audio calls.<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou don\u2019t have to schedule a formal meeting when you want a progress update for a project \u2014 voice calls are great for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Spontaneous discussions,<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Problem-solving conversations, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Quick decision-making.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
And all that in your pyjamas, if that’s how you’re most comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In Pumble, you can start group or individual calls directly from the DMs and channels. <\/p>\n\n\n
\n![\"Voice](\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2.-Voice-calls-in-the-pumble-mobile-app.png\")
Voice calls in the Pumble mobile app<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nYou can connect with team members wherever you are. And, voice calls are available everywhere \u2014 on the web, desktop, and mobile app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Host productive audio calls in Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nMessaging: Because it’s the quickest way to get in touch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sometimes, simply messaging your teammates in a team communication tool<\/strong> is the way to go \u2014 it’s quick and you’ll have what you agreed about written down for future reference. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd, messaging in team communication tools is superior to doing so in email or personal messaging apps not built for businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For one, they may waste your time and money. In fact, you could be losing up to $15,000 per employee due to ineffective communication<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAdditionally, there’s the matter of security. As they’re not built with confidential business conversations in mind, personal messaging apps may lead to your business secrets being compromised. Also, email makes you vulnerable to phishing attempts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pumble is a secure messaging app<\/a> <\/strong>that prioritizes safeguarding your sensitive information, with internationally recognized security certifications such as ISO 27001 and SOC 2.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd, it’s great for messaging in a collaborative environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pumble’s channels, DMs, and threads <\/strong>provide organized spaces to keep the conversations flowing smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhile they may not necessarily replace in-person interactions, they do provide a centralized platform for discussions and collaboration<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Channels,](\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3.-Channels-thread-DMs.png\")
Channels, threads, and DMs in Pumble <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nWith Pumble channels<\/a>, you can organize discussions around:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Topics,<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Projects, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Departments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
With DMs, you can message individuals or specific groups directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Threads enable focused conversations within channels or DMs, reducing clutter and allowing you to follow up on a specific message.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And, you’ll all have unlimited access to your entire messaging history, for free.<\/p>\n\n\n
\n![\"Following](\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/4.-following-up-in-threads.png\")
Following up on a message in Pumble threads<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThis free history is useful when you want to <\/strong>search through your files and messages<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can access past conversations and files without the need to sift through cluttered email inboxes. By applying filters to your search, you can quickly find exactly what you need.<\/p>\n\n\n
\n![\"Search](\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/5.-Search-options.png\")
Search options in Pumble <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nFurthermore, you can share files and documents<\/strong><\/a> directly in the app<\/strong> without cumbersome email attachments or external file-sharing platforms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Sharing](\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/6.-file-sharing.png\")
Sharing files in Pumble <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nFinally, Pumble\u2019s customizable notifications<\/strong><\/a> ensure that team members stay informed<\/strong> while having the option to tailor their notifications according to their preferences and priorities \u2014 whether that includes not being disturbed, muting channels, or personalizing your alert tones for messages and calls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Notification](\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/7.-notification-preferences-pumble.png\")
Notification preferences in Pumble<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\ud83d\udca1 Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nFor more insight into how Pumble can make remote work easier, check out our guide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Strategies for using Pumble to help make remote work simpler<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n \n All-in-one digital HQ<\/span>\n
A communication app for teams of all kinds. Discuss, share, and collaborate.<\/p>\n\n
\n Solutions<\/a>\n\n Register<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n \n ![\"Illustration\"](\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/templates.png\")
\n <\/picture>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\n\n\nPumble: Your best alternative to in-person conversations at work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
With remote work becoming mainstream, business communication apps that offer video calls, audio calls, and messaging are the best way to ensure productive communication and collaboration in teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And you’ll soon forget you ever needed that office conference room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sign up for Pumble today<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd, if you\u2019re looking to improve your productivity on a whole, check out the CAKE.com productivity bundle<\/a> \u2014 apart from Pumble, you can also use the project management app Plaky and team time tracker Clockify.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
\n \n Bundle up with CAKE.com<\/span>\n Track time, manage projects, and communicate with your team.<\/p>\n\n
\n Sign up<\/a>\n\n Learn more<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n \n ![\"Illustration\"](\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/bundle.png\")
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Video calls will offer you an immersive experience by allowing everyone to see each other and pick up on nonverbal cues such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- Facial expressions,<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Gestures, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Body language<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Just like you would in the conference room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whether you\u2019re discussing project details, brainstorming ideas, or having a weekly check-in meeting, video calls foster open communication<\/a> and effective collaboration<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
\n\n Collaborate in real time<\/span>\nSimplify your work with Pumble \u2014 the all-in-one communication app.<\/p>\n\n
\n Explore<\/a>\n\n Sign up<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n \n \n <\/picture>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\n\n\nThis is where reliable apps such as Pumble<\/a> come in handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With its powerful video conferencing features, you\u2019ll feel connected to your team and able to recreate the real-life experience of in-person conversations.<\/p>\n\n\n
\nVideo calls in Pumble <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n With Pumble video calls, you and your team can easily:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- Share your screen<\/a> \u2014 for immediate and dynamic collaboration, <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Record meetings \u2014 for future reference or an absent team member,<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Chat in the call \u2014 for fast input without interrupting the speaker, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Invite external guests<\/a> to join \u2014 for when you need to include a third-party collaborator.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
So everything you can do in-person, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\ud83d\udca1 Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are new to video conferencing, or sometimes feel uncertain about what is acceptable during meetings, check out our blog post about virtual meeting etiquette:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- Virtual Meeting Etiquette Tips<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Audio calls: Because you don’t need to dress up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The next best option for simulating in-person conversations has to be voice calls<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Although they lack the visual component of video conferencing, they provide a quick and efficient way to communicate with your remote team<\/strong>. With just a click of a button, you can all connect instantly, without worrying about how you’ll present yourself in front of a camera \u2014 which is one of the biggest benefits of audio calls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You don\u2019t have to schedule a formal meeting when you want a progress update for a project \u2014 voice calls are great for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- Spontaneous discussions,<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Problem-solving conversations, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Quick decision-making.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
And all that in your pyjamas, if that’s how you’re most comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In Pumble, you can start group or individual calls directly from the DMs and channels. <\/p>\n\n\n
\nVoice calls in the Pumble mobile app<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n You can connect with team members wherever you are. And, voice calls are available everywhere \u2014 on the web, desktop, and mobile app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Host productive audio calls in Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Messaging: Because it’s the quickest way to get in touch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sometimes, simply messaging your teammates in a team communication tool<\/strong> is the way to go \u2014 it’s quick and you’ll have what you agreed about written down for future reference. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
And, messaging in team communication tools is superior to doing so in email or personal messaging apps not built for businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For one, they may waste your time and money. In fact, you could be losing up to $15,000 per employee due to ineffective communication<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Additionally, there’s the matter of security. As they’re not built with confidential business conversations in mind, personal messaging apps may lead to your business secrets being compromised. Also, email makes you vulnerable to phishing attempts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pumble is a secure messaging app<\/a> <\/strong>that prioritizes safeguarding your sensitive information, with internationally recognized security certifications such as ISO 27001 and SOC 2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And, it’s great for messaging in a collaborative environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pumble’s channels, DMs, and threads <\/strong>provide organized spaces to keep the conversations flowing smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While they may not necessarily replace in-person interactions, they do provide a centralized platform for discussions and collaboration<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n
\nChannels, threads, and DMs in Pumble <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n With Pumble channels<\/a>, you can organize discussions around:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- Topics,<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Projects, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Departments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
With DMs, you can message individuals or specific groups directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Threads enable focused conversations within channels or DMs, reducing clutter and allowing you to follow up on a specific message.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And, you’ll all have unlimited access to your entire messaging history, for free.<\/p>\n\n\n
\nFollowing up on a message in Pumble threads<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n This free history is useful when you want to <\/strong>search through your files and messages<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can access past conversations and files without the need to sift through cluttered email inboxes. By applying filters to your search, you can quickly find exactly what you need.<\/p>\n\n\n
\nSearch options in Pumble <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n Furthermore, you can share files and documents<\/strong><\/a> directly in the app<\/strong> without cumbersome email attachments or external file-sharing platforms. <\/p>\n\n\n
\nSharing files in Pumble <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n Finally, Pumble\u2019s customizable notifications<\/strong><\/a> ensure that team members stay informed<\/strong> while having the option to tailor their notifications according to their preferences and priorities \u2014 whether that includes not being disturbed, muting channels, or personalizing your alert tones for messages and calls.<\/p>\n\n\n
\nNotification preferences in Pumble<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n \n\ud83d\udca1 Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
For more insight into how Pumble can make remote work easier, check out our guide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- Strategies for using Pumble to help make remote work simpler<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n All-in-one digital HQ<\/span>\n
A communication app for teams of all kinds. Discuss, share, and collaborate.<\/p>\n\n
\n Solutions<\/a>\n\n Register<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n \n \n <\/picture>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\n\n\nPumble: Your best alternative to in-person conversations at work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
With remote work becoming mainstream, business communication apps that offer video calls, audio calls, and messaging are the best way to ensure productive communication and collaboration in teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And you’ll soon forget you ever needed that office conference room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sign up for Pumble today<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
And, if you\u2019re looking to improve your productivity on a whole, check out the CAKE.com productivity bundle<\/a> \u2014 apart from Pumble, you can also use the project management app Plaky and team time tracker Clockify.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n
\n\n Bundle up with CAKE.com<\/span>\nTrack time, manage projects, and communicate with your team.<\/p>\n\n
\n Sign up<\/a>\n\n Learn more<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n \n \n <\/picture>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/em> <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Discover how to replace in-person conversations using virtual tools for remote communication.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21,"featured_media":14402,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-14355","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-work-from-anywhere"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14355","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/21"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14355"}],"version-history":[{"count":29,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14355\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":23874,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14355\/revisions\/23874"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14402"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14355"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14355"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14355"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
- Strategies for using Pumble to help make remote work simpler<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
- Share your screen<\/a> \u2014 for immediate and dynamic collaboration, <\/li>\n\n\n\n
![\"Illustration\"](\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/landing-1@2x.png)
\n <\/picture>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\n\n\n![\"Illustration\"](\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/templates@2x.png)
\n <\/picture>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\n\n\n![\"Illustration\"](\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/bundle@2x.png)
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