{"id":2783,"date":"2017-12-07T10:47:04","date_gmt":"2017-12-07T15:47:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/manycam.com\/blog\/?p=2783"},"modified":"2018-08-03T11:43:45","modified_gmt":"2018-08-03T15:43:45","slug":"video-conferencing-mistakes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/manycam.com\/blog\/video-conferencing-mistakes\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Unforgivable Video Conferencing Mistakes (and how to fix them)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Video Conferences have proven to be an important and versatile tool for business. It can be used for online business meetings, job interviews, product demos, meetings with clients, educational seminars, webinars and so on. But with its advantages, come also some unforgivable video conferencing mistakes.<\/span><\/p>\n

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8 Video Conferencing Mistakes<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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Here is a list of the 8 most unforgivable mistakes and how to fix or prevent them:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    \u00a0\u00a0Being late<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Although \u201cbeing late\u201d is one of the most obvious video conferencing mistakes, it still happens a lot and needs to be addressed. As in any business meeting, job interview or presentation, being late for a video conference hurts your credibility. Being there on time shows your coworkers, superiors and clients your respect of their time.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The idea behind an online conference is to save time and not waste it. If you are the host of the conference, go even further, and be there earlier, that will also give you a chance to test your presentation one more time. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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      \u00a0\u00a0Delivering a monologue<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Regardless of the purpose of your video call, the key to success is to get everyone engaged. Some might think that it\u2019s better to say everything they have to say, to end things faster and save everyone some time. However, by doing so, you run the risk of losing people\u2019s attention and they probably won\u2019t remember a word you said.<\/span><\/p>\n

      To avoid this video conferencing mistake, allow the other attendees to interact with you, by asking them questions, or getting them to ask you questions. Having a group chat room can also improve the interaction. These simple actions will get everyone engaged with the subject at hand.<\/span><\/p>\n

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        \u00a0\u00a0Moving too much on camera or doing to many gestures<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Too many movements and gestures on camera can be distracting, or even annoying. These movements appear differently on the other side of the screen and can completely ruin your conference.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Instead of shifting in your chair, moving suddenly or using exaggerated gestures, make sure you\u2019re calm and composed while delivering your presentation. This way, the other attendees will understand you better and you\u2019ll seem to be more confident.<\/span><\/p>\n

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          \u00a0\u00a0Choosing the wrong place<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          As you probably experienced before, noise can really jeopardize the comprehension of a conference. Even worse, one person can ruin the whole conference for everyone else. To avoid any surprises, it\u2019s better to choose a place where you have control over the environment. Maybe at your house or office. Choose your place wisely or else:<\/span><\/p>\n

          Classic video conferencing mistake:<\/strong><\/p>\n