Best zoom background - go! I’ll start with The Office - a not so subtle diss on work calls.

Post Photo
likehelpfulfunny

Tips for helping kids stay on task during zoom? Our little class (9 kids) has been doing zoom circle times twice a week but I noticed they are really distracted. Also every meeting a kid leave...

like

What’s everyone’s favorite zoom background?

like

Do any agencies use Slack? I feel like most agencies use Microsoft Teams.

likesmart

Are Zoom's privacy issues a threat to their growth or market performance? I think they could easily get this out of headlines, most people are too busy worrying about 'rona to push on this

like

Any best practices or helpful tips when using Microsoft teams? I am all ears!

like

I started working full-time about 6 months ago. How would I know if I’m meeting expectations? And how do I motivate myself to not slack off while wfh?

likehelpful

Virtual boardgames on zoom, any other games on your mind may work well?

Post Photo
like
Share this 🔥 post

Point to ponder - Using the same resources (Skype,zoom, meetings, calls etc.) that were always available to us, why didn’t we work from home all along and wasted so much time commuting/flying?🤔

like

Anyone else dislike overly needy leadership forcing “woo-hoo” zoom meetings to build camaraderie? I mean, the only positives of this crisis is the ability to avoid co-workers and am relishing it.

likefunnyupliftinghelpful
Share this 🔥 post

Just did this in my iMessage. Been using Slack too much recently...

Post Photo
likefunny
Share this 🔥 post

Has anyone received obnoxious emails from their agency about Zoom/video call etiquette with clients that you feel is unreasonable? What did they say?

like

Anyone else wearing nice suit pants but a t-shirt on zoom calls?

funnylike

How bad is it if the candidate you’re interviewing on zoom has a vulgar screen name they forgot to change after their zoom happy hour with friends?

likefunny

I’ve got my first virtual happy hour today. What should I expect?

like

Has anyone seen any good examples of brands (or TV or news shows) doing Zoom/Skype interviews well, with decent production value? Thanks in advance.

like

Zoom WFH secrets: No one has figured out yet the big black box thing in the background of my home office is where hubby dries and trims his pot plants.

likefunny

What’s a good game to play during virtual happy hour?

like

Important question! Any strategies for getting out of work zoom happy hours? Other than ignoring requests and not showing up, which has been my MO so far. But it’s getting a bit awkward.

likefunny

Anyone else pissed they didn’t invest in zoom? Thought about doing in months ago and regret not doing it

like

Is it better to negotiate via zoom or email?

like

My anxiety is far below surface level but now emerges when people email on the weekend or “after hours”, when I’m on nonstop video calls all day and when there’s forced zoom happy hours. Alone here?

like

Seeing some people just roll out the bed and show up on zoom meetings. I think this will come in handy to remind them to shower and change, ‘hopefully’? 🤦🏻‍♀️😂

Post Photo
likefunnyhelpful

VIRTUAL ICE BREAKER IDEASS (e.g. quick pictionary) . Would really appreciate a good idea for the start of a meeting, that can be done on zoom in like less than 5 or 10 mins ?

like

So you are interested in collaborating? I have been teaching Avid since 2006-ish. Any suggestions on how to transition to distance learning on Microsoft Teams? How does that look in Avid?

like

Best outfit you’ve seen on zoom thus far?

like

Is there a way to do a massive zoom internet flashmob? I feel like we could all use a tension breaker.

Post Photo
likefunny

ZOOM QUESTION

if I’m sharing my screen and playing a video how do I get the audio to play? Right now it will play on my screen but others in the meeting can’t hear it.

like

Zoom to the Tomb folks. Zoom to the Tomb.

Post Photo
likefunnysmart

Would you guys be interested in doing a virtual group activity like virtual happy hour or movie watching tomorrow? (Sunday)

likeupliftingsmart

So sorry if this has been asked but, are we allowed to use zoom/teams meetings/Skype for calls with friends outside the company?

like

Is Zoom hiring? Their revenues must be up by 500%

likefunny

What's more disruptive?

The commotion of open-plan offices, or the endless zoom meetings during isolation-mandated Work From Home?

funnylike

Hey all you cool cats & kittens, any experience out there with setting up a podcast? How did you interview someone geographically separate (Skype call?)

like

Hair idea for guys who can’t get to the barber! You can wear your hair confidently in ZOOM meetings with this look.

Post Photo
likefunny

What’s the best free platform for virtual parties? Zoom? Google hangouts?

like

Related Posts

Looking for ServiceNow Developer. Remote position and min 4 years experience, 1 year into HR module. 1 year contract and 30 days notice can work. If you have any friends to refer we have some amazing refferal system aswell. Call on 7990477483

Has your company stated anything about training in-person employees to better work with and include remote team members as your company goes back to having some employees in office? Mine says they will but I’ll still a little worried.

like

Hi y'all! How flexible is your remote workplace is when it comes to where you live and how frequently you move? Do they expect you to stay in your city/province/state, or do they allow you to go full digital nomad? Do you wish your employer's policy would change?

like

Hi friends I am looking for a job into email customer support where I have 2 years of experience I am ready to join on an immediate basis anything would work be it work from home/office if there are any suggestions then please co-operate looking forward with all your replies hope this new platform helps me out with some new friends and suggestions

Anyone at Ogletree Deakins, Jackson Lewis, Littler, or Fisher Phillips who can share the latest on their remote work policies?

like

Anyone have a good office chair recommendation? Really not trying to spend more than $150 but willing to go to $200 if there is a really good recommendation.

Thanks!

like

Hi fishes,
Am looking for a job as KYC Analyst with 7+ years of banking experience and located at Vadodara or Remote.

like

I have newly joined KGS but still at home location wfh, i was told by a colleague that they received an invite for a New year party for all KGS employees on 20th dec, does anyone receive it? Can I attend it from a different office than the base branch?

like

Working on a regular desk and my laptop has been killing my back and neck for last few years. Finally spent a couple hundred dollars on a standing desk, wireless keyboard, and back/neck heating pad to alleviate the pain. Very hopeful working will be much better now.

like

Current REMOTE employees. What virtual team-building activities has your company done to bring everyone together and keep everyone engaged in a virtual setting?

like

How is the biz in tokyo since covid? Big layoffs like in the USA? All remote? Picking back up? Thank you.

like

Looking for opportunities in Kolkata / Remote WFH job for VMware and Windows Server. Have 11+ years experience. If any contacts / reference please do let know.

Working remote with next to none human interactions, masking and social distancing in public. When will this end 😩

Post Photo
likefunny

Currently are we getting work from home for new joiners??

I have a lead on a great paying Sr Business Affairs role. Can do fully remote. DM for details.

like

Looking for work from home or remote opportunities from companies based in UK/USA/ Australia/Singapore.
I am based out of India and willing to work at the corresponding work hours of the companies hiring me.
Am from accounts, finance, tax and audit background.
Please help me look up the same!

Thanking you all in anticipation.

like

What all are the benefits IQVIA provides. Need to understand on below points-

1. Leaves
2. Meals
3. Transportation
4. Medical benefits (like dental, optical)
5. Allowances
6. WFH
7. Bonus that excludes from CTC and variable
8. Annual/Half yearly parties
9. Goodies or gifts during major festival
10. Anything else 😅

like

Currently, onboarding at HCL is conducted offline or remote(online) ?

like

Additional Posts

Someone tell this tool to stop manipulating markets for political gains. Let it take its own course

Post Photo
like

I have 2 offers from siemens and tcs .Siemens pays 2 L bonus as extra but ctc part both are same.Which one to prefer as the Location for siemens in blore and tcs can be chennai.Im currently at chennai.

If i accept offer from tcs and not joined there then i can get into tcs in future because of rehire policies .I still have 40 more days to LWD.

I am thinking to reject tcs and wait for some other better offer pay or last choice to join in siemens .Please share your view Im consufed here

like

Hey Fishes, Can I rejoin Infosys again. I left Infosys in dec 2020. If yes, please refer me for React Js. YOE - 5.5Infosys

Hi, Nadia!:) What's your perspective on white fragility? I'm a white immigrant who grew up shielded from racism in a homogeneous society and want to help white people deal with their fragility but...

like

I'm on a boat!

like

A post-mort meeting scheduled with:
6 account
2 strategists
1 creative

Sounds like an ambush!

likefunny

Hello!
Can anyone tell me whether support role or dev role is better in salesforce company?

like

There is a MS program in Data Science at CUNY SPS. I am considering to take that program or do the CFA. Does anyone have any insight about the program?

Hi Fishes,

I am currently having an experience of 3 years. I want to get into Data Science field. Have been preparing with the concepts mostly through self study. Will I get a job without any experience in Data Science field

like

Hi all, interested in IBM and read there is an official bowl. Any chance I could get an invite to check it out? Interested in ES/iX roles but wanted to explore IBM overall too. Thank you!

like

Did someone get fired in the new manager training in Orlando after getting drunk?

like

Can someone refer me to Management consulting/strategy role?

like

Hi guys,

Does anyone going to office in regular basis. I mean for India location. Is it mandatory to go to office?

like

How many of you make over $500k a year? What is your AGI after deductions? What firm do you work for? How long have you been in the business? What’s the best piece of advice you can give?

likesmart

Hi Fishers, currerntly at tcs 8 exp with 25l salary as a data scientist.. what hike should i expect next.

like

About to start my first PM job! Any tips to be prepared and ramp up quickly? Books to read, courses to take, etc.. any tips are appreciated! Currently in ops consulting. No tech background.

like

I thought of cross posting this to get better response.

Post Photo
like

Messed up a document production. What now?

like

What are your excuses to leave your current job early for an interview at another agency?

That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal