Touch up or full feline?
The applause from around the internet was instantaneous.
But experts agree that its never a good idea to use an animal Zoom filter at work.
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You should gauge whether humor is appropriate for the particular meeting you are in, Wilson said.
As a general rule, though, really zoom filters on purpose are a no-go in meetings."
Look Different
There are a wide range of filters that can be applied to video calls.
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Many of these filters are meant to enhance your current appearance rather than transform you into an animal.
Being honest is always the best policy in the professional work environment.
If the filter those on your video call are using get annoying, consider a software solution.
Theres the appCircles for Zoomthat turns each participant into a circle on your screen.
“People want to know who they are speaking with and that you are present,” he said.
The Touch Up feature makes you look like yourself, only better.
“For my team, this is the only acceptable non-filter,” he said.
Backgrounds “can be used in a professional manner to hide an embarrassing messy bedroom or living room.”
“Being honest is always the best policy in the professional work environment,” Barbb said.
