General Tips

• Start on time, end on time
• Use "speedy meetings" setting in Google Calendar.
• Work on other tasks if (a particular portion of) a meeting doesn't apply to you.
• Leave if meeting does not apply to you at all.
• Don't waste time trying to find the perfect backdrop for your video call.
• Focus on your internet connection and your audio quality (use headphones), reducing listening fatigue for others.
• It's ok to not turn on your video.

Document Everything

• Run a live document that can be contributed by others. Add the link to event invite, or share on Slack during the meeting for others to see and add to.
• When referencing a teammate tag them.

Daily Check-ins

Based on the need to stay in touch socially, we have brought back short daily check-ins every morning in the local timezone. Every person talks about what they have completed and what they're blocked on in a 1-2 minute discussion.

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Happy Hour 🥂

Every Friday afternoon, we have a standing call to remind each other to relax and unwind. It is not mandatory to attend this gathering, but if you do, bring your cat, your drink, share something fun, or just hang out. There is no agenda or moderator.