One-on-one meetings Etiquette
Professional virtual meeting etiquette rules for one-on-one meetings. Make the right impression and avoid common mistakes.
Avoid eating in small-group discussions
Don’t eat during small-group discussions unless it’s a known working session.
Eating reduces clarity and can feel inattentive.
Interview candidate, Participant
View detailsSignal active listening
Use brief acknowledgments (nod, short 'yes', reaction) to show you’re engaged.
Reduces uncertainty in remote conversations.
Participant
View detailsDon’t do parallel work in small meetings
In small meetings, avoid multitasking unless explicitly agreed.
It reads as disrespect and lowers trust.
Interview candidate, Participant, Sales rep
View detailsNod and use natural cues
Use small visible cues (nodding, brief smile) to show you’re following along.
Replaces missing in-room feedback and reduces awkward pauses.
Participant, Presenter / speaker
View detailsTurn camera on for interviews
Keep your camera on for interviews unless you’ve agreed otherwise.
Helps build trust and improves communication cues.
Host / facilitator, Interview candidate, Interviewer
View detailsLook at the lens for key moments
When making a key point, glance at the camera lens to simulate eye contact.
Signals confidence and attentiveness.
Interview candidate, Presenter / speaker, Sales rep
View detailsRespect the scheduled end time
Aim to end on time; confirm before extending the meeting.
Protects people’s calendars and prevents fatigue.
Host / facilitator, Participant
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