COVID-19 revolutionised the way we work and business is now conducted on screen – globally. Remote working took off on a big scale. As we are wired to connect, we shifted our face-to-face communication to video conferencing to get a glimpse of our colleagues and do business with our clients. usiness on screen, though, requires more effort if you want to increase your chances of closing a deal. Here are a few points to consider when conducting business on screen:
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