To inspire the most trust in those you interact with during video meetings, ensure you have plants or books strategically positioned behind you. That’s according to new research, which looks at how ...

From a swanky private office to an urban startup space, these backdrops let you look professional even if you’re dialing in from your laundry room. If it’s true that your life flashes before your eyes ...

When it comes to hunting down free Zoom video backgrounds, the “you get what you pay for” mantra often holds true. However, these sites offer up actually good, actually free videos that make for ...

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People give a better first impression on Zoom calls if they have books or plants behind them, rather than a living room or a novelty background – such as a walrus in front of an iceberg. “With ...

Your Zoom background could be affecting the way people judge you. First impressions are made in a matter of milliseconds and can be difficult to shake. And in recent years, more and more of us are ...

The pandemic not only sent our immune systems into a haywire but also made us grapple with technology on a daily basis. Homes have now become offices of their own, which means virtual workers have to ...

Mary Roeloffs is a Forbes breaking news reporter covering pop culture. Those looking to impress on their next video call should opt for a background of houseplants or bookcases, say the authors of a ...

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