Camera on, camera off
Get to know your team members and spark conversation in a remote environment by embracing the tools that allow us to connect with one another.
How to
- Ask meeting participants to turn off their cameras.
- Present a series of statements, one at a time.
- For example:
- I’m an early riser.
- I’m a winter person.
- I’ve been at [organization name] for over 5 years.
- I have a pet.
- I have a sweet tooth.
- I can play a musical instrument.
- I play a sport.
- For example:
- If the statement is true for them, ask them to turn on their camera and share an explanation.
- Prepare follow-up questions as there might not be natural space for discussion.
- Proceed through statements until everyone has had an opportunity to turn their camera on and respond to at least one statement.
What we like about it
Tips
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As a camera-on company, we encourage using video to foster connection. We do, however, acknowledge and respect that not everyone is comfortable with this. For a workaround, participants can use the “raise hand” feature to respond to the statements.
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You can tailor the questions to be as deep or light-hearted, broad or specific as you want based on the group.
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Consider the trust level of the group when preparing the statements and avoid controversial topics that might put team members on the spot.