
Watch your hands anywhere near your head – don’t pick your nose, finger your ear, play with your hair, etc. When in a meeting with many others, we tend to forget that while we might not be the center of attention, everyone can watch us in the conference. Look at the camera as if it is the person.

Outside of Your Control: Mainly, be aware and don’t get flustered.If possible, close off your space to dogs and kids. Unexpected Intrusions: Again, control your environment to the extent you can.A plain wall is better than a cluttered kitchen. Control your environment as much as you can. Visual Background Distractions: Movement, people, and clutter.

Distractions come in many forms: visual background distractions, unexpected intrusions, things outside of your control (like the neighbor deciding this is a good time to mow the lawn), and things you might do unconsciously. Is this a good background for Zoom? The Five Tips to a Successful Zoom meetingĮarly in COVID, I wrote a blog, “ How to Look Good on Zoom: Tips for All Ages, in the Office and From Home.” Here are the five tip topics covered in that article: Lighting, Camera Angle, Grooming, Attire, and Distractions.
