Stop looking at yourself.

Angie Flynn-McIver

Angie Flynn-McIver

For several years, I sent out a blog to readers a few times a week. These posts gave pointers about how to practice, shared relevant stories, and provided a way for people to connect with my coaching approach. In 2022, I wrote my book, Before You Say Anything, which brought many of these ideas together in one place. The blog posts have continued to resonate with clients and readers, and they're useful as a quick reminder, so I'm including them here!

I want to make sure you know this important tip:


You can turn off self-view on Zoom and most other video platforms. And you should.


When you’re logging into the call, there is usually a chance to check yourself out before you join the other participants.  Use this opportunity—make sure there’s nothing in your teeth, and that your hair and background are the way you want. Then join the call, and turn the view of yourself off. 


There’s no other circumstance in our lives when we talk to other people while looking at our own faces, and it’s distracting. Having to look at and assess yourself while you’re engaging with others adds to Zoom fatigue, too.


So do yourself a favor, and get acquainted with the “hide self view” function!

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