Video Conferencing While You Work From Home
We all know video calls are essential in today’s world. We conduct meetings, have job interviews, talk to friends and family, meet with clients, all on video calls. Still, it can be uncomfortable to people, and many feel self-conscious about it. We have some
tips to help you look better on video calls and feel better, too.
Here are my tips for successful videoconferencing from home.
Choose the Right Environment
When I want to talk through a complex issue or brainstorm ideas, video calls are more efficient than chat or email. They also help me get to know teammates in different time zones. But when you're on a call, give some thought to what’s around you, such as the backdrop (choose a plain wall, and avoid windows that will provide too much backlight)
If you have an important call, make sure you connect your computer or laptop through an ethernet cable. The cable will give you more stability.
If you don’t have an option and a wireless connection is all you have, don’t worry, you can still do it. Just try not to use other things online while on your call, such as downloads, uploads, Netflix, etc.
One of the biggest video calling mistakes is to not wear headphones. Instead, people use the built-in speakers and microphone, which leads to feedback in the call.
When the other person on the call can hear his or her own voice, like an echo, it can be annoying. To be more professional and look better on video calls, just put on headphones.
The angle of your camera can have a significant impact on the way you look online. We recommend having an external webcam because it gives you more control over the position and angle. If you are using a built-in camera, you can always adjust your position in relation to it.
During the call, be mindful of your posture. You’ll definitely look better on video calls if you sit up straight, instead of slouching in your chair.
Sitting up straight will help you be more energized while on the video call. Slouching can make you look unmotivated and lazy.
