The good news is that with a few adjustments, you can significantly improve the communication process. In this episode of our productivity series, you’ll learn how it all starts by trying not to look and sound like a super villain.
What Productivity Questions Does This Video Answer?
- How can I be a better communicator on video conferencing.
- How can I look better on camera during a video conference?
- What can I do to sound better on a video conference?
- How should I frame myself on a video conference?
Video Transcript for Video Conferencing Mistakes
Does your video conferencing make you look like a super villain? Next time you watch an action movie pay attention to how the villain is framed by the camera.
There are certain there are certain techniques that can be used to make someone look more powerful and intimidating. Works well in a movie but may not work well for your business, especially when you’re doing some sort of video conferencing.
The problem some people have is they’re too far away from the camera. They may be at the end of a board table and there’s nothing between them and the camera except for a bunch of empty seats. That super villain look, you don’t want to go for that.
Also, make sure that the light is good where you’re sitting or standing. If it’s not, you’re kind of in shadows. Super villain! You don’t want to look like that.
Final tip, make sure your audio sounds good. That the microphone is relatively close to you. If you’re far away from it, again, the problem is that it will sound echoy. Super villain!
You don’t to sound like a super villain. You want to look like yourself.
Remember, when you watch the news, the usual shot of the anchors is roughly this. Kind of like what we have going on here. You can see emotion on the face. They’re not in shadows and you can understand what they’re saying.
That’s what you want to go for the next time you do some video conferencing. Leave the super villains to the action movies.
About This Video Series
Ken Okel’s ongoing Employee Productivity video series will make you more effective on the job. Every week, you’ll learn a new, easy to understand, problem solving tip that you can use right away, like communication tips for leaders.
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About Ken Okel
As a motivational speaker, Ken Okel works with leaders and organizations to boost productivity, performance, and profits. At conferences, conventions, and company meetings, he engages audiences with new ways to maximize their time at work. To see a sample of his keynote and workshop presentations, visit his video page.
