Video Call Etiquette and Tech Tips for Remote Workers

For remote workers, video calls are the new office meeting room. Good call habits make a strong impression on colleagues and clients, and most improvements cost nothing.

Light from the front

Face a window or place a lamp behind your screen so light falls on your face. Avoid sitting with a bright window behind you — it turns you into a silhouette.

Camera at eye level

Raise your laptop on a stand or a stack of books so the camera is at eye level. Looking down into the camera is unflattering and feels less engaging.

Clear audio matters most

People forgive average video but not bad audio. Use a headset or earphones with a microphone to reduce echo and background noise. Mute when you are not speaking, especially in a busy household.

A stable connection

Use a wired connection for important calls, close unnecessary browser tabs and pause cloud backups. If video starts freezing, switch off your camera briefly to keep audio clear.

Mind your background

A tidy, neutral background looks professional. If your space is busy, use a subtle background blur rather than a flashy virtual background that flickers around your hair.

Join a minute early

Test your audio and camera before the meeting starts. Many apps have a preview screen — use it.

Share your screen thoughtfully

Close personal tabs and notifications before sharing. Increase font size so others can read easily.

Respect time zones and calendars

Keep meetings focused, send agendas in advance and summarise next steps at the end.

The bottom line

Good light, an eye-level camera, clear audio and a stable connection are the four foundations of a professional video presence. WFH Essentials takes care of the connection — the rest is just good habit.

Learn more about WFH Essentials from UbiFi, or talk to our team.