“During the screening process, it's best to pay attention to even the smallest details—think through potential cultural differences and be aware of eye contact.”

— The Wall Street Journal

“Direct eye contact while answering shows confidence and honesty.”

— Fast Company

“Making the right amount of eye contact in an interview can make the difference in whether you successfully snag a job.”

— Indeed

“Done right, eye contact strengthens the connection, showing you're engaged and serious about the opportunity.”

— The Muse

“Eye contact drives great conversations”. 

— Psychology Today
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iContact Camera

EYE CONTACT

Studies show patients prefer video calls that facilitate eye contact 88% more than those that don’t.

MORE ENGAGEMENT

Based on clinical research, higher levels of eye contact make patients feel more addressed and recognized.

BETTER RETENTION

Eye contact during meetings leads to a 23% improvement in recall of presented information for patients.

MORE TRUST

According to research, eye contact in telehealth sessions facilitates trust at levels similar to face-to-face interactions.

Success story

Building trust and connection with eye contact at Talent Solutions.

Senior Talent Acquisition Partner Sara Jenkins sees better results

Challenge

Recruiters and hiring managers often struggle to assess cultural fit and establish trust during virtual interviews. Standard webcam placement—either perched atop a monitor or embedded in a laptop bezel—forces recruiters to choose between looking at the candidate’s face or looking at the camera lens. This "eye contact gap" can make interviewers appear distracted or impersonal, preventing the formation of the psychological safety necessary for candidates to open up and share authentic experiences.

Solution

The iContact Camera Pro provides a professional-grade solution for the modern recruiting landscape. By positioning the camera directly at eye level within the digital workspace, it eliminates the need for recruiters to look away from the candidate to maintain eye contact. This alignment ensures that every smile, nod, and subtle facial expression is captured and reciprocated, creating a seamless "in-person" feel that allows recruiters to focus entirely on the talent in front of them.

Results

Integrating the iContact Camera Pro into the hiring process enhances the quality of evaluations. Eye contact has been shown to increase perceived trustworthiness and sincerity, recruiters using the iContact Camera Pro can build rapport faster. With 88% of individuals preferring video communication that includes direct eye contact, this tool ensures a premium candidate experience that can be the deciding factor in securing top-tier talent.

Recruiting insights

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Mastering the Virtual Presentation

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The casting connection

The casting connection

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