Dynamic Equivalence Blog

First impressions are everything. We have heard this repeatedly. As cliché as it sounds, it is true. We immediately begin to form our opinions by what we see and hear. This is of great importance for individuals who work from home. So, while I wrote this with our Video Remote Interpreting colleagues in mind, this is very relevant for anyone who works from home. With many of us working remotely, we must take control of our surroundings, or at least as much as we can (with the pandemic, sharing space is a challenge, so do what you can). Remember, our video camera not only picks up your face, but it also shows your environment, and this provides viewers with more than you may have bargained for.  Be mindful and ensure your set-up is ready prior to answering incoming video calls so you don’t scramble last minute while your audience has visual. Many VRI platforms allow you to look at a preview of what is in camera view. Here is a list of tips to improve your video remote presence. • E...