For instance, imagine your spouse walking in the background with a pancake on a spatula asking if you would like to have one more (No, it did not happen to one of us) or even better imagine your kid walking into the room completely naked asking you to help wear his shorts (Neither did this happen to us). Things fallout a little when we are pushed into situations we aren't usually comfortable with. However, partaking in a virtual meet-up is also causing a new type of predicament to take form: the anxiety of what and how we look like on-screen. Platforms like Zoom and Skype have proved their worth as millions can be virtually connected from home. At this time of social distancing, the only way to be connected to our colleagues and customers is through video conferencing tools. We are seeing enterprises rapidly adopt principles and policies even before most have had the time or opportunity to properly prepare for this quarantine. Images that depict workstations are typically best, like this minimalist workspace or this clean, bright office from Pixabay or this contemporary office from Unsplash.For the first time in a long time, we are collectively experiencing a worldwide phenomenon that dictates us to work from home or work remotely. If you work for a less conventional company, you might be able to get away with fun choices like Caribbean beaches, but most people need something a little more professional. When it comes to work meetings, carefully chosen digital backgrounds are a great option. Some ways to make your real surroundings look better include editing the objects behind you to a minimum, sitting where a window can shine daylight onto your face rather than behind you, and propping your laptop or camera at eye level so that your torso, shoulders, and head are visible. If you’re going to appear on television, you’re better off finding a way to make your real space work, even if all you reveal is a blank wall. So which Zoom background should you choose? If you’re just talking to family and friends, anything goes.

A bright office Zoom background from Pixabay.

Professional zoom backgrounds