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what is the difference between an observer and a listener?

mcbt81
Explorer
Explorer

Just joined Zoom Community and was wondering what the difference is between an "observer" and a "listener".

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Bri
Community Moderator | Employee
Community Moderator | Employee

Hi @mcbt81 , and welcome to the Zoom Community! They are two different reputation levels. Each community member begins as an "Observer". To move up to the "Listener" level, you have to contribute to the community via likes, discussions, replies, etc. 😎

 

See the following screenshot from our Happy Rewards page:

 

Screen Shot 2022-12-12 at 9.49.39 AM.png


Bri
Zoom Community Team
Have you heard of Zoom AI Companion?

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Bri
Community Moderator | Employee
Community Moderator | Employee

Hi @mcbt81 , and welcome to the Zoom Community! They are two different reputation levels. Each community member begins as an "Observer". To move up to the "Listener" level, you have to contribute to the community via likes, discussions, replies, etc. 😎

 

See the following screenshot from our Happy Rewards page:

 

Screen Shot 2022-12-12 at 9.49.39 AM.png


Bri
Zoom Community Team
Have you heard of Zoom AI Companion?

mcbt81
Explorer
Explorer

Got it!