Cameras On or Off?
New research from Harvard, MIT, and Stanford reveals that virtual presence affects our energy, focus, and connection in complex ways. Cameras on foster trust, empathy, and visibility — ideal for one-on-one coaching and emotionally rich conversations. Cameras off reduce fatigue and sharpen deep listening, especially in large meetings where constant visibility causes cognitive overload. The key is not choosing one or the other, but using both intentionally. Co-create norms, use short “camera-off” reflection moments, and turn...