Tips for Videoconferencing

Here are some links with tips about what to wear, what to do, and even what not to do in a videoconference.

There are many books and web sites that offer tips for effective videoconferencing. Just a few include:

ViDe Cookbook: This has a section on Videoconference Etiquette

Emory University Videoconferencing Tips

VCON Videoconferencing Tips

A Google search will yield many others.

Of all the tips, a very common one is Don't Wear Stripes! Pay attention to what the news anchors wear on camera -- they choose solid colors and non-noisy accessories.

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