With the current situation forcing us to work differently, you may now find yourself carrying out your daily tasks in new ways, like participating in video meetings. Instead of all gathering together in the office for daily or weekly check-ins, most of us are now using this medium to stay connected while working remotely.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re new to the art of the video call and not sure of video meeting etiquette, we\u2019re here to help. With our top 10 tips for video conference meetings, you can make sure you get it right next time you log on to Zoom.<\/p>\n
While we know it\u2019s standard with any meeting to be on time and ready to go when the session is scheduled to start, it\u2019s even more important for a video conference. This is because you will need time to set up the technology and connect your video and audio. If you jump in late, you can\u2019t just slip in the back of the room – everyone will be able to see you, which is very distracting for the person speaking.<\/p>\n
Find a tidy and professional space at home where you can sit in front of a plain wall or background. Wallpaper or artwork with busy and distracting patterns is a no-go, as well as using a video background. Remember, this is a professional Zoom video meeting, so there\u2019s no need to impress everyone with your decor or tech skills.<\/p>\n
There may be times when you find yourself staring at the forehead or nostrils of a co-worker during a video meeting \u2013 you don\u2019t want to be that person! Before joining the call, take a few seconds to ensure your face is in the frame at a straight angle. If you\u2019re using Zoom, there is an opportunity to check this while waiting to enter a conference call.<\/p>\n
As is the case with the current situation, many of us find ourselves working from home with our partners, housemates, children and pets. While we know this doesn\u2019t make for the quietest of offices, you will need to choose a place with no distractions to attend the video meeting. Go into a separate room if possible and make sure there are no other noises, like the TV or voices. If there\u2019s someone else working from home with you, try to plan your meeting times to be at staggered time slots to avoid two video calls in the same space.<\/p>\n
Poor lighting will make the video quality poor and grainy \u2013 this is video meeting 101. Try to make sure the space you\u2019re using has enough light so you are seen clearly. If you have a window, position your laptop or webcam in front of it so you\u2019re naturally lit. If not, try to ensure the room\u2019s walls are bright and use multiple light sources where you can.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s definitely tempting to hang out in your comfy clothes now you find yourself at home all day. However, if you have a Zoom video meeting scheduled, you should wear work-appropriate clothing. It will not only look more professional, but it will help you get into the right mindset for the meeting.<\/p>\n
Even if you\u2019ve found a quiet space for the video meeting, you\u2019d be surprised by what the microphone can still pick up! Turning yourself on mute when you\u2019re not talking will remove any distractions or annoying noises for other participants. This is especially important for conference calls with many participants, as the sounds from everyone\u2019s homes can create quite the cacophony.<\/p>\n
Very important on our list of video meeting etiquette! Looking into the camera when you\u2019re speaking is the equivalent of looking into someone’s eyes in person, so it’s an essential practice. If you\u2019re looking elsewhere as you talk, it can look unprofessional and be distracting, even if you don\u2019t mean to be. Remember, your face is clearly visible for everyone to see, so the group will notice things they can\u2019t pick up in person.<\/p>\n
It can be tempting to look at your camera feed during the meeting, especially to check how you\u2019re presenting to everyone else in the meeting. However, if you\u2019re staring at yourself when someone else is speaking, it can seem like you\u2019re not paying attention. If you find it\u2019s impossible to stop staring at yourself, put a post-it note on the screen where your face is shown to eliminate the distraction.<\/p>\n
You may think you\u2019re great at multitasking and are able to check emails or work during a video meeting, but the other participants will know. Give all your attention to the meeting, as you may miss out on any important information shared as well as come across as rude or inconsiderate.<\/p>\n
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