Remote Collaboration tips: microphone

Axiom, a fully remote company operating across ten time zones, has developed strategies to enhance the clarity of voice and video calls, crucial for effective remote collaboration. They emphasize the importance of using an external microphone, such as the Blue Snowball, over built-in laptop microphones or wireless earbuds, to ensure clear communication. Positioning the microphone close to the speaker and minimizing ambient noise can further improve sound quality. Additionally, they highlight the impact of network quality on call clarity, noting that packet loss due to weak or interference-prone Wi-Fi connections can cause voice distortion or dropout. To mitigate these issues, they recommend improving network conditions by reducing interference, moving closer to the router, or using an ethernet cable for a more stable connection. These measures have enabled Axiom to conduct daily casual voice calls with face-to-face clarity.