Everyone’s talking about Audio Spaces right now.
More specifically, the conversation tends to revolve around Clubhouse.
If you’re out of the loop, Clubhouse is an audio-only room where you can jump into a chat room and listen to people chatting about a variety of topics. Essentially, you could listen in on a conversation between two of your favourite celebrities, or tune into a monologue from Elon Musk.
So, what does that have to do with collaboration?
Well, an invite-only audio space could also be an excellent way for teams in the hybrid workplace to create a kind of ongoing business chat experience. Audio spaces like Clubhouse are invite-only, so you could potentially create a space where your teams can just log in and join a conversation at any moment if they’re feeling a little isolated.
What Makes Audio Spaces so Popular?
Right now, Audio Spaces are all the rage because they are a kind of social media experience.
Clubhouse, in particular, seems to be the hottest product on the market, offering an invite-only experience where there are no videos or photos whatsoever. On Clubhouse, you can listen to live conversations, panel discussions, interviews, and presentations within dedicated chat rooms. Users can also create their own rooms and decide who should be allowed to speak.
The experience is an odd one, but something about it feels similar to the standard buzz of the “old-fashioned” office environment. Media outlets have described Clubhouse as a kind of “interactive podcast”, but it’s basically just eavesdropping on a conversation, with another person’s permission.
You can wander between rooms, stay listening to chat for hours, and request an opportunity to chat if you feel the need. For many, Clubhouse, and audio spaces like it represent an opportunity to learn from the experts and connect with people who have the kind of skills and insights you need.
Entrepreneurs can join audio spaces to get free advice on how to grow their business, and employees can tap into information on how to boost their productivity.
How Similar is it to a Voice Conference Call Experience?
Although multiple people can get involved in an Audio Space, the experience still feels quite different to a standard voice conference. An audio space could be an excellent environment to bring people together, particularly if you can find an environment that’s secure enough for your business.
