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Scheduling Meetings

Once you've accepted a connection (suggestion or request), the next step is scheduling your meeting.

When to Schedule

You can schedule a meeting after:

  • Both parties accept a connection suggestion
  • You select a profile from your connection request results
  • Someone accepts your connection request and you select them

Scheduling Process

Step 1: Open the Scheduler

Click Schedule Meeting on:

  • An approved connection suggestion
  • A found profile in your request results
  • Any connection ready for scheduling

Step 2: View Available Times

The calendar shows:

  • The other person's available time slots
  • Times displayed in your local timezone
  • Only future, available slots

Step 3: Select a Time

  1. Browse available slots
  2. Click on a slot that works for you
  3. Review the selected time

Step 4: Confirm

  1. Click Confirm to finalize
  2. The meeting is scheduled
  3. Both parties receive confirmation

What Happens Next

After scheduling:

  • The meeting appears in your calendar
  • Both parties receive a notification
  • Zoom meeting details are added
  • You'll see the meeting in your scheduled meetings

Rescheduling

When You Can Reschedule

You may need to reschedule if:

  • Your schedule changes
  • An emergency arises
  • The other person cancels

How to Reschedule

  1. Cancel the existing meeting
  2. Schedule a new time
  3. Choose from updated availability

Note: Frequent rescheduling may affect your reputation.

Meeting Details

Once scheduled, you can view:

  • Date and time
  • Other person's profile info
  • Zoom link (when available)
  • Option to cancel

Cancellation Rules

If You Cancel (as requester)

  • You must reschedule with the same person
  • You cannot select a different profile
  • The meeting remains pending until rescheduled

If The Other Person Cancels

  • You return to profile selection
  • The timer resets
  • You can select the same or different profile

Tips for Scheduling

Choose Wisely

  • Select a time you can definitely make
  • Account for preparation time
  • Consider timezone differences

Schedule Promptly

  • Don't delay scheduling
  • The other person is waiting
  • Timely scheduling shows professionalism

Confirm Your Calendar

Before confirming:

  • Double-check your personal calendar
  • Ensure no conflicts
  • Plan to be available 5-10 minutes early

Troubleshooting

No Available Times

If you don't see any available times:

  • The other person may have limited availability
  • Try checking back later
  • Contact support if the issue persists

Time Conflicts

If you realize you have a conflict after scheduling:

  • Cancel as soon as possible
  • Reschedule promptly
  • Communicate professionally