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Right now many of us are turning to the online environment to continue our work. Here’s a checklist of things to do before showing up online:
Turn on equipment
- Lights
- Cameras
- Computer
- Microphone
- Other equipment
Check equipment settings
- Battery levels
- Available storage space
- Volume levels
- Mutes and unmutes
- Connected cables
Turn of noise-makers
- Heater
- Air conditioner
- Fan
- Fridge
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine/dryer
- Humidifier
- Music/TV
Take care of pets
- Take away squeaky toys
- Remove noisy collar
- Keep in another room
Lighting
- Close blinds
- Turn on lights
Prepare the space
- Arrange suitable background
- Collect props and materials
- Arrange apps on screen
- Put phone on silence
- Silence computer sounds
Care for your body
- Have water available
- Use the restroom
- Have lip balm available
- Make sure you are at a comfortable temperature
- Make sure you are not hungry
- Wear comfortable clothing
- Tame your hair
- Wear suitable clothing
Adapted from Podcast Preflight Checklist handout created by D. Joseph Design LLC
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