This is a collection of tips found online to help you improve your Zoom presence. The most common issues that hinder your ability of being a Zoom pro are poor lighting, camera position, and unstable WIFI internet connections. Some things you can’t adjust, but working with the tools you have, you can Zoom like pro with a few tweaks.
The basics
Look your best! “Spiffy up” as you would for a traditional conference room meeting.
Test your video and audio before your meeting at zoom.us/test
Adjust your lighting and don’t sit with a bright window behind you.
Look at the camera when you are talking. It seems a little unnatural but it give the other attendess the view that you are looking at them when you speak.
Adjust your camera to eye level if you can. Looking up your nose or at the top of your head isn’t flattering.
If possible use a wired internet connection. Poor WIFI can make your video and audio low quality or cut out when you are speaking.
Don’t eat. People are watching you.
USA Today - Six tips for looking great in a Zoom meeting
Generation Digital - Best Practice Tips for Using Zoom