Since our company moved fully remote, almost all of our collaboration happens through video calls. At first, it felt efficient, but lately I’ve been wondering if something is missing. Conversations feel more structured but maybe less natural. At the same time, we’re more consistent with check-ins than we ever were in the office. For those working remotely long-term, do video calls weaken team connection, or can they actually improve communication if handled properly?

I had similar doubts when we transitioned to remote work. Initially, it felt transactional, like we were just ticking boxes in meetings. But over time, we adjusted small habits — cameras on during key discussions, clearer agendas, and intentional time for personal check-ins. I found this article insightful: https://addicted2success.com/did-you-know/the-paradox-of-modern-work-can-tech-make-us-more-human/. It explores how technology can actually strengthen empathy if we use it consciously. Once we became more intentional about communication, calls started feeling more human instead of mechanical.