By Yanna Solace Adofina

As we navigate our working lives in a post-pandemic world, we are constantly on the lookout for better ways to connect with our clients and colleagues. Most countries have gradually lowered their restrictions on mobility, allowing more employees to pursue face-to-face communication.

Going back to the office meeting rooms seems like a no-brainer for most, as it's a familiar and welcoming sight to see after two years. But sooner than later, we all revert back to our old patterns --- we may find one or two colleagues practically falling asleep, using their mobile phone under the table, or just plain distracted.

Here's where offsite meeting spaces come in. Considered as a novel concept during the pre-pandemic years, hosting meetings externally is now a rising trend and will prove resilient in the years to come. Here are five great things about holding meetings offsite.

1.) Use of modern amenities
Organizing a meeting of any size can get tedious and exhausting, especially if it's done at the last minute. But with a dedicated offsite meeting venue, there will be lesser things to worry about. Up-to-date and sustainable presentation materials, agile furniture, a fully-equipped kitchen, and arranged vegan catering options are all taken care of, so you can focus on the more important things.

2.) Increased focus and productivity
By conducting your meeting in a different facility, the usual distractions are eliminated — a phone call from a neighboring cubicle or acoustics from another meeting a few paces away. Knowing that this gathering is different from the usual meetings gives it an air of importance, and colleagues are thrilled and energized to give their best effort.

3.) Work efficiency
With focus and productivity increased, the overall meeting becomes efficient as things are done faster and without delay. Knowing that the space is booked for a limited time influences the pace of the scheduled activities and their corresponding output.

4.) Surge of creativity
Working in an unfamiliar yet inspiring place provides an opportunity for creative ideas to bloom and flourish. A boost of creativity in your meeting not only allows you and your team to reach your goals, it just might be the breath of fresh air that can lead to further innovation and growth.

5.) Strengthened connections
Online meetings have been beneficial in the past, but meeting with your team members in person promotes better collaboration and a deeper level bond. Team building activities are expected and encouraged when meetings are conducted outside the office.

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