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To improve remote conversations with better interpersonal connection and comprehension of body language, we encourage keeping the video mode on except when there are bandwidth issues (let the person(s) on the other side know this) or a psychological safety concern (discuss the safety concern with your Coach). The latest Zoom version has blurring virtual backgrounds.
Zoom Etiquette Suggestions
Turn on the video unless you are not comfortable with the situation.
Minimize distractions
Clean the camera lens
Declutter your background
Disable notifications
Use Zoom in full-screen mode
Engage attendees
Lightly smile
Look at the person you are talking to by placing their video window near the camera lens.
Physically lean towards the camera, and when reclining, move the camera forward to keep your presence fuller in the video window.
Use non-verbal cues and responses with your hands and head.
Hybrid communication
This falls somewhere between synchronous and asynchronous communication styles. These are the challenging areas of communication because it can be confusing based on how you use these tools at any given time.
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At Axelerant, we value openness as one of our core values and strive to begin open in many aspects of our work. For this reason, most of our channels are available to join anyone in Axelerant (public). Wee We recommend sharing in open channels rather than private channels or direct messages. For example, our policy discussions are available, and channels begin with “disc-.” Use private channels for sensitive discussions only, not something that could be useful to the rest of the team. We should use direct messages only for dialogue that is strictly 1-on-1. Project communication is not a 1-on-1 discussion, even if there is only one other person on the project.
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