Google Chat
Google Chat helps you connect with teammates in real-time—whether you’re asking a quick question, collaborating on a task, or celebrating a win.
Chat Types
1. Direct Messages (1:1 or small group chats)
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Best for private questions, quick clarifications, or direct collaboration.
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Click the “+” button next to “Chat” → Start chat → Enter the name(s) of your teammate(s).
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Messages here are not visible to the rest of the organization.
Use direct messages when:
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You need a quick answer from one person.
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You’re coordinating something specific between just a few people.
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The message is sensitive or not relevant to the group.
2. Spaces (Group & Team Channels)
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Used for ongoing team discussions, updates, and shared progress.
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Everyone in the space can see messages and contribute to threads.
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Organized by topics using threads, so conversations stay clean and on-topic.
- Our main Team Space is called "Sales Support"
Use spaces when:
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Sharing updates that others might need to know.
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Collaborating on shared projects or topics.
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Posting wins, questions, and team-wide discussions.
🔹 Chat Etiquette
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Use @mentions (e.g., @Nick) to notify someone specifically.
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React to messages with emojis to acknowledge without cluttering the thread.
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Keep it positive and professional; gifs and emojis are welcome, but avoid coarse or disparaging language.