3. It is perfectly acceptable to call from bed for all informal meetings<\/h3>
Catching up with a colleague, checking-in with friends, etc., one or both party may be in bed, snuggled under a blanket, possibly munching on some chocolate and\/or an entire charcuterie board. For formal meetings, this rule can be adopted by consensus.<\/p>
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<\/a><\/div>4. We will prioritise accessibility<\/h3>
All meetings will be on platforms that at least have automatic captions built in, if live captions will not be provided, to be inclusive of colleagues who are deaf or hard of hearing. And where needed, we’ll self-describe<\/a> what we look like, as this can be helpful for colleagues who are blind or have low vision; however, there is a moratorium on comparing oneself to Beyoncé.<\/p> That’s the time social scientists have determined is the threshold for human endurance of awkward silence punctured by occasional coughing and small talk. <\/p> If business-casual helps you get into the mindset for work, great. But even if POTUS calls, I’m not changing out of this “Hummusapien” T-shirt I’ve been wearing for the past four days.<\/p> For everyone’s general well-being, not only are pets welcome, they are now required to show up and do something adorable, which may include just standing there and being fluffy.<\/p> Yes, that is a pile of unfolded laundry on my bed next to a plate with half an enchilada—I’m saving it for later!—under a Final Fantasy VI poster.<\/p> “Popcorn” must refer to giving people the time to speak up whenever they’re ready, NOT when one person speaks then calls on the next person to speak. Do not say “please introduce yourself, then popcorn to the next person,” as that makes no sense. For that, use “pass the baton” or ball, or hacky sack, or whatever.<\/p> If you need to turn off your camera for various reasons, feel free to do so. If you can leave it on, though, it can be helpful to colleagues who are deaf or hard of hearing to be able to see your face when you talk. Also, it creates a sense of community to know that all of us look haggard and run-down. <\/p> However, if you anticipate you’re going to scream, beat your chest, and fall down on the floor, weeping in anguish and despair at the state of humanity and existence during a meeting, please make sure you are on mute.<\/p> It’s been a brutal several years. We get brain fog. We will be late or accidentally miss meetings. Sometimes we will forget the name of a colleague, and then they’re like “we’ve known each other for 17 years; I drove you to get your vasectomy<\/a>.” We’re in a pandemic. These things happen. Let’s be kind to one another.<\/p> This article was <\/em>originally published<\/em><\/a> on <\/em>Nonprofit AF.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n5. The maximum time allowed to “give people a few minutes to show up” is 90 seconds<\/h3>
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<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>6. We will not judge one another’s clothing, unless they have racist or other objectionable messages<\/h3>
7. If you have a dog or a cat, it is mandatory they make an appearance<\/h3>
8. We will not judge one another’s room messiness, choice of art, or need to use virtual backgrounds<\/h3>
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<\/a><\/div>9. If “popcorn” is used, it must be used accurately<\/h3>
10. Anyone can turn off their camera, and those who can leave it on should try to leave it on<\/h3>
11. We will not judge one another for natural displays of emotions<\/h3>
12. Above all, we will be gracious, patient, and understanding with one another <\/h3>