Weâve all got our quirks, right? For me, itâs my video and audio equipment (which I mostly use for Zoom and the occasional video and podcast recording). Iâve fine-tuned the camera angles, obsessed over the perfect microphone and camera, dabbled with mic amplifiers, and donât get me started on XLR interfaces or the backdrop and lighting in my roomâŠ
Now, some might chuckle and say, âPascal, isnât that a tad overboard?â Maybe. But hereâs the thing: it gets noticed. And not just by tech aficionados or fellow podcasters, but in nearly every call Iâm on.
A lot of my waking hours? Theyâre spent on Zoom. Whether itâs talking to a client, counseling the next game-changing startup or giving a keynote to thousands, I demonstrate one thing consistently: taking this medium seriously. When the world went digital, so did our first impressions. No more firm handshakes; itâs about clear audio and crisp video now.
But letâs zoom out (pun intended) from the pixels and decibels for a moment. Itâs not just about looking or sounding good. Itâs about commitment. When you care about something, be it your job, your passion, or even a simple call, it shows. And thatâs infectious.
The takeaway? In a world where thereâs a constant buzz, static, and distractions, going above and beyond is not just âextra effortâ. Itâs a statement. It makes you stand out, be memorable. But more importantly, it silently communicates one thing: you care. And in todayâs age, where genuineness is a rarity, thatâs more precious than the most sophisticated Zoom setup. So, find your âZoom equipmentâ, obsess over it, and let the world see your commitment. Because when it truly matters, half measures just wonât do.