Stop looking at yourself on video calls!
If you’re looking at your own face (or even the other person’s face) on the screen, to them, it looks like you’re looking at their chin – or something else on your screen.
Tip: Put a Post-it note with a smiley face or an arrow pointing directly at your camera lens.
Why it works:
- We are hardwired to look at faces, but in the virtual world, the “face” is that tiny glass dot.
- Looking at the lens creates “eye contact” for the audience, making them feel seen and engaged.
It gets easier with practice and you’ll actually see that there is less distraction when you’re getting your important points across!
–> The Move: When you reach the most important part of your pitch, look STRAIGHT at the smiley face. It might feel weird to you, but it feels like leadership to them.
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