Look them in the eye - a primer to improve video conference eye contact
Eye contact exercise for online meetings
So many people are being asked to work from home or a remote location.
One of the hurdles is knowing how to communicate using video calling software. It is unnatural. Looking at a spot on your laptop or a tiny camera above your monitor is hardly an easy way to communicate.
I am the author of “On-The-Job Speech Training” and speech coach for corporate presenters.
“Ray Franklin's combined skills as a speech coach and audience advocate have helped YUM! Brands execute productive and interesting meetings from Dubai to Singapore and most major venues in the US. I've seen him work on-site many, many times, and I've benefited from his guidance myself. He helps novice speakers be successful; and elevates skilled presenters to the next level.”
Greg Creed,
Former CEO of Yum! Brands (Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and KFC)
I suggest you record yourself practicing this exercise by creating a simple grid on your screen.
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