Zoom doom
Video calls have their own problems.
- In group calls, people could be asked to raise their hands before speaking or a moderator can ensure people stay on topic.
- It is not advisable to multitask during these calls or to allow yourself to be distracted. It is very obvious if you are busy looking down at your computer.
- If you know there will be an interruption, such as an incoming phone call, it's more considerate to warn people in advance or to put a message in the chatbox.
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