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Added info box with a link to BRB suggestion
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as per @kikibianc on Re: IM - ‘brb’ and ‘I’m back’
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tiagov8 authored Oct 7, 2023
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Expand Up @@ -23,8 +23,6 @@ Here are the best ways to minimize distractions:

If you have to get up for a minute, **avoid interruptinons** and **keep things moving** by simply messaging in the chat that you'll be right back and then when you've returned. The same if you need to leave the conversation - simply message that you have to go with the reason and without interrupting.

This way the conversation doesn't need to pause if you are taking a break; and no one has to stop and wonder where you went.

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Leaving the group call without letting anyone know.
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Figure: Good example - The call can continue smoothly and no one will be guessing where you went
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This way the conversation doesn't need to pause if you are taking a break; and no one has to stop and wonder where you went.

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See this cool suggestion to [make BRB a built-in feature on Microsoft Teams](https://prezi.com/p/bkbhsl8nznys/brb-on-teams).
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## Mute if someone comes to talk to you in person

Another way to keep the group call smooth is to mute your mic if someone comes to talk to you in person. This avoids distracting background noise.
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