Or if you happen to be “multitasking” and watching YouTube or reading something else, a laugh could easily reveal that you’re distracted and not focused on the call.
7. Shaking your head “no”
Unless you are specifically responding to a question, resist shaking your head back and forth (indicating a “no”).
If you do this all the time, it comes across as rude and judgmental. Remember that even though you may not be the one speaking (or being spoken to), your video is still visible to all other participants on the call.
The next time you are on a Zoom call, remember a few important things about how you come across in video:
- Pay attention by focusing on the screen (especially when people are talking to you)
- Smile often, but don’t constant smirk as it comes across as rude
- Look at the camera, not just the screen of other faces, when you’re talking
- Speak clearly as some people’s speakers may not pick up some voices well
- Remember that the camera is always on and people are watching what you do
- Mute yourself when you’re not talking (but remember to unmute!)
Do these things and your career will thank you.
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