Mary Roeloffs is a Forbes breaking news reporter covering pop culture. Those looking to impress on their next video call should opt for a background of houseplants or bookcases, say the authors of a ...

To inspire the most trust in those you interact with during video meetings, ensure you have plants or books strategically positioned behind you. That’s according to new research, which looks at how ...

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People give a better first impression on Zoom calls if they have books or plants behind them, rather than a living room or a novelty background – such as a walrus in front of an iceberg. “With ...