4 Body language must-have’s for your next video call
With the world embracing the virtual world so has the business world. There are times when we use any form of virtual communication in our daily lives. But do you know you can enhance your chances of looking your best for your virtual calls using body language? Read on to understand the different tips which are easy to apply for your next virtual call
PREPPING FOR THE CALL
Before starting your virtual call, what is crucial is deciding the place at which you would do the call. This is essential as you won’t be distracted by your surroundings nor would be the people whom you are having a conversation with. This will help people around you also as they won’t be distracted as this would be virtual. Another important aspect of a virtual call is also your appearance. Just like your in-person, you should dress up similarly for your virtual call. This will help you to appear more professional.
BODY LANGUAGE TO AVOID
What could have been better? Can you connect with the person? As humans, we want to connect with the person with whom we are having a conversation. Thus, the person is moving closer to the screen, but in that process, you can’t see him clearly. Being on a virtual call one should try and make sure more of you is visible and less of the background. The more we are visible, the easier it is for all to connect as they can see you. Remember next time to show more of yourself and less of your background
BIT ABOUT VOICE
On a virtual call do you think you need to tweak the way you speak or stick to the same way you speak in person? On a virtual call, you need to speak slightly slower than you normally speak so that others can hear clearly what you are saying. The reason being if there are any technical glitches what you are saying does not get missed by anyone
ENGAGING COLLEAGUES
What are the ways in which you engage your colleagues? Is it important to engage them? When you actively engage people over a call you not only understand what they are thinking or feeling but also how you can tweak your content and your body language. As humans, everyone interacts both verbally and non-verbally with others. Observing their reactions can help you to actively engage with all
Remember these essentials for your next video call. So that you are able to project yourself as a confident individual and connect with all. If you are curious to know more specifics and applications you could enroll for our course called as Mastering Business Video Conferencing
