How do I optimise my camera and microphone set up?

Appearances are EVERYTHING darling. Setting up your camera and microphone for success can be the difference between success and failure.
Lighting is paramount to the success of looking great. Place a light behind your laptop facing your face. Try not to have any windows or light sources behind you.
Minimise visual clutter in the camera’s background.
Close doors and windows and put a note on your door not to be disturbed.
Wear headphones to minimise feedback.
Use a wired microphone to get crystal clear audio.
Test your setup with a third party
Iterate until you look more fabulous.