Monday, March 31, 2014

I am asking this group to chime in on this question that was asked of me

I am asking this group to chime in on this question that was asked of me 

"OH i also wanted to ask if you know of a great set of headphones with a mic,   i want noise cancelling, that has an adjustable mic"

whose got an answer?
John Brown 
Terry Leigh Britton 
Michael Daniels 
Andrew Hatchett 
anyone else???

Welcome +Don Chamberlain! You are our our 140th community member!


Welcome +Don Chamberlain! You are our our 140th community member!

We hope you enjoy our content.

Andy Hatchett

Sunday, March 30, 2014

Folks

Folks,
This community is for all of us to help... each other.
What do you want to learn about this week?   What is on your mind that you really have been wanting to learn or practice?

What are you good at on Google plus?  What would you like to share with others here?

Please, we want this to be interactive and a place to learn.

Friday, March 28, 2014

Friday night lights


Friday night lights
10pm Eastern .... join us!
Fun and games let's just unwind and have some fun.
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=Njc3NHw5NDcx

(with apologies to some dude who lived in Stratford-on-Avon!)

(with apologies to some dude who lived in Stratford-on-Avon!)
To sleep: perchance to dream: ay, there's the rub;
For in that sleep what dreams may come ...

Well- StringBean, Prometheus, and Friday Night Lights for starters.
See you there (after my nap)!

Thursday, March 27, 2014

How can I find someone on Google+?

How can I find someone on Google+? 

I have someone's gmail email address and I know their name but there are so many people with the same name and most of them still do not have a profile picture.

How do you find the right person?  Is there an effective search feature that allows me to find someone within G+ simply based on their email address or other unique identifying feature?

Thank you in advance.

The following events happening today, 27 Mar 2014, may be of interest to members of the community.


The following events happening today, 27 Mar 2014, may be of interest to members of the community.

Lower 3rd Pixlr Terry Leigh Britton 10PM EDT

Lower 3rd Pixlr Terry Leigh Britton 10PM EDT


#U2UTraining  
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBTx25kn6Os&feature=share

More on PIXLR from Terry Leigh Britton 10PM EDT

Originally shared by Andrew Hatchett

More on PIXLR from Terry Leigh Britton 10PM EDT
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS-YOU MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND
1). Click the "Tickets" button to register.
2). Once you are registered you will receive a confirmation email.
3). SAVE THAT EMAIL (It contains the link you need to attend)
4). At time of event click the link in confirmation email to enter event.
events/c0ifggovrbphecoihusdkj6dbn8

*Don't forget, tomorrow, 3 April 2014, the "More on PIXLR from Terry Leigh Britton 2PM EDT" Event is being held*

*Don't forget, tomorrow, 3 April 2014,  the "More on PIXLR from Terry Leigh Britton 2PM EDT" Event is being held* 

Hope to see you there!

Originally shared by Andrew Hatchett

More on PIXLR from Terry Leigh Britton 2PM EDT
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS-YOU MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND
1). Click the "Tickets" button to register.
2). Once you are registered you will receive a confirmation email.
3). SAVE THAT EMAIL (It contains the link you need to attend)
4). At time of event click the link in confirmation email to enter event.
events/ckvv5ctvfgmgt3o1ca6donb9gtk

Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Create a Lower 3rd w/ Pixlr and Terry B 2PMEDT

Create a Lower 3rd w/ Pixlr and Terry B 2PMEDT

#U2UTraining
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3ThZvF6u7Q
I need to test something.  Does anyone have some time to help me out?

Welcome Kathrine Karlsen! You are our 130th member!


Welcome Kathrine Karlsen! You are our 130th member!

The following events happening today, 26 Mar 2014, may be of interest to members of the community.


The following events happening today, 26 Mar 2014, may be of interest to members of the community.

Spreadsheet 3.25.2014

Spreadsheet 3.25.2014

#U2UTraining
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnMR36tslTY&feature=share

Monday, March 24, 2014

CCHOA-Step by Step Details:

CCHOA-Step by Step Details:

#U2UTraining
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igtT0AyI77o

Q&A about Community based HOA w/ Heather Kraafter

Q&A about Community based HOA w/ Heather Kraafter

#U2UTraining
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4hyVcM2XNA

VET pICKUP WILL DELAY OPENING OF 6:00pm hoa- sORRY

VET pICKUP WILL DELAY OPENING OF 6:00pm hoa- sORRY

Heather Kraafter and all

Heather Kraafter and all

Did you say in one of your CCHOA Hangouts that you were around today for CCHOA queries today Heather.....over and above your HOA later.

Have just been trying to set up CCHOA in my Strategic Hangouts Community, but when I go the add the URL back at the Community, I get a message saying that the video has been removed..........it was set as live event to start "now".

Many thanks, and hear from you later.

Sunday, March 23, 2014

Nazim Beltran Welcome to User2User-LIVE! You are our 125th member!


Nazim Beltran Welcome to User2User-LIVE!  You are our 125th member!

ATTN: MOBILE DEVICE USERS

ATTN: MOBILE DEVICE USERS

It has come to my attention that users of some mobile devices are unable to access the "About this community" section of this community

I have therefore created a new category to allow posting of that information in a post that mobile device users can see.

The "About this community" section reads as follows:

PLEASE READ THE POST IN THE "CRITERIA TO JOIN USER2USER" CATEGORY BEFORE ASKING TO JOIN THIS COMMUNITY!  

User2User-LIVE! is meant to be an online interactive resource providing help for those using Hangouts On Air or Business-Hangouts On Air. To that end we have established a LIVE HelpDesk/Chat Room. The link to the room will be found under the "LIVE-HELP/CHAT-NOW!" Category.

The way it works is as follows:  
 a). The member desiring immediate help/chat clicks the link to the room and is immediately taken into a Business-Hangout Video Chat. Upon entering the room the member should type a message into the Unified Chat Area on the left side of the screen.
 b).Upon clicking the link to join the Help/Chat room an email notification was generated and sent to the "BellList" (a group of members who have volunteered to help answer member questions live).
 c) The requesting member should remain in the Help/Chat room long enough to allow the volunteers to respond to the email notification (usually 3-5 minutes).  

If you need to practice or need help with something but lack the time for a LIVE session, simply post a message here in the community and/or start a HOA and post the link in the community.  
New to Hangouts On Air? Here are some helpful videos:

User2User-LIVE! Introduction Video
http://youtu.be/fTm9c1BLLQU

Google+ Hangouts- What are they & why use them
Google+ Hangouts... What are they & why use them

Google+ Hangouts and Hangouts on Air Basics
Google+ Hangouts: Video Calls, Messages - Account setup after May 2013

Hangouts on Air Setup and Basics
New Hangouts on Air Account Setup & Tutorial - Google+

Understanding the Parts and Pieces of Hangouts
What's a Google+ Hangout Now - Naming the parts and pieces

How to be a great Hangouts on Air (HOA) Guest
Become a Great Hangout or HOA Guest - Google Hangouts Tutorial

NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS


NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS

Please read the newly revised "About This Community" section as there have been some slight changes made in the way the community will function going forward. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Thanks.

Andy Hatchett

User2User-LIVE! HOA - March 23 thru March 29


User2User-LIVE! HOA - March 23 thru March 29
One Time Registration Link:
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NjU4Nnw5MDM2

Post Registration Meeting Link:
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=NjU4Nnw5MDM2

Use the One Time Registration LInk to register for this 1 week HOA. Once registered use the Post Registration Meeting Link.

Saturday, March 22, 2014

Just so I understand, because I am thick headed :)

Just so I understand, because I am thick headed :),
If I choose "Yes" to broadcasting, but choose "Private" for you tube...I can still have unlimited viewers in the room, but the YouTube video will not show to anyone, even if they have the link to it, just to me until I have had a chance to edit it for content, length, etc. Then I can make it public on YouTube.

Correct?

Monday 10pm EDT Q&A about Community Based HOA w/ Heather Kraafter

Monday 10pm EDT Q&A about Community Based HOA w/ Heather Kraafter
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/chkh2rkn4cv8eaej250ap7spc78

Create a Lower 3rd w/ Pixlr and Terry B

Originally shared by Andrew Hatchett

Create a Lower 3rd w/ Pixlr and Terry B

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS-YOU MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND
1). Click the "Tickets" button to register.
2). Once you are registered you will receive a confirmation email.
3). SAVE THAT EMAIL (It contains the link you need to attend)
4). At time of event click the link in confirmation email to enter event.
events/c28fef8n4br5pmd2mdjteheqcag

Friday, March 21, 2014

Want to know how to make a lower 3rd??

Originally shared by Michael Daniels

Want to know how to make a lower 3rd??
Terry Leigh Britton is going to show us how using Pixlr a FREE online photo editor.

Register here and let's have some fun.  The first ten we will put in the Hangout Filmstrip panel.

https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NjU3Mnw4OTcx
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NjU3Mnw4OTcx

Create a Lower 3rd w/ Pixlr and Terry B

Create a Lower 3rd w/ Pixlr and Terry B 
26 Mar 2014 2:00PM EDT

https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NjU3NHw4OTc3
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NjU3NHw4OTc3

I am so completely confused as to how this works

I am so completely confused as to how this works
If I can't figure out how to set up the room & events correctly I'm not going to be able to convince others to come on over to the G side )0;}

What did I do wrong in setting this up?
https://plus.google.com/hangouts/_/76cpjl85afb78bs6mndi85n3qo?eid=108693062865444341500

The Downside of BG+HOA is trying to find the link to the event

The Downside of BG+HOA is trying to find the link to the event 
Unlike the very Public Events Page the BG+HOA Office Hours doesn't have Events page set up so if the email is lost there doesn't seem to be an easy way to find the Office Hours Hangouts to be able to go & ask questions & learn more about the program

Does anyone have the link & did I miss it for this week already? Darius Lahoutifard Andrew Hatchett Michael Daniels

Wednesday, March 19, 2014

Due to 'real life' appointments I won't be available in the User2User-LIVE!

Due to 'real life' appointments I won't be available in the User2User-LIVE! HOA today until sometime after 2:00PM EDT.

If you have questions, please leave a message in the community and I or one of the other members will help as quick as we can. Thanks

Andy

Having a blast in the Pixlr Tutorial

Having a blast in the Pixlr Tutorial

Special thanks to Terry Leigh Britton and all the gang for a great time of learning!!

Thanks for the invite Heather Kraafter!! Excited to learn what you guys are up too!!

Please could someone explain to me why, when I try a screenshare in an HVC or an HOA, I get that kaleidoscope...

Please could someone explain to me why, when I try a screenshare in an HVC or an HOA, I get that kaleidoscope thinggie going off into the distance?

Tuesday, March 18, 2014

Learn more about Google Spreadsheets


Learn more about Google Spreadsheets
Interactive Spreadsheet Tutorial
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NjQ3OHw4NzM5
Click link above to register:

Please come learn about spreadsheets.  Register and then add questions NOW, during and After the show.

Come join the panel

Tuesday March 25th at 10:00pm

I have a question

I have a question
I watched the 2nd event on CCHOA last night. I understand that the point of view that Heather Kraafter was coming from is creating a Public live event whose primary venue (where Comments are allowed) is within her Community, so that people who are not part of the Community can see the event happening, but cannot comment unless they are (or become) a Community member.

I was trying to follow along, and I managed to go into YouTube and set up a new live event, scheduled for tonight. I used the QUICK option, and I pasted the link to the event into my Community. This community, however, is a fully Private one, so I understand at this point I veer off topic.

However, I am stuck. When the time comes to do the event tonight, do I go to the YouTube area, and start the event, and will it then just show in my Community and save there as a permanent production?

Monday, March 17, 2014

I'm having a go following the CCHOA intro and before the 'step_by_step' HOA in an hour.

I'm having a go following the CCHOA intro and before the 'step_by_step' HOA in an hour. So I have made my YouTube live event, and pasted the url into my private Community with a nice image.

My question is - what does YouTube mean when it asks me for the 'maximum sustained bit rate of my encoder'?

User2User-Live! is open for the 6:00PM EDT Chat

User2User-Live! is open for the 6:00PM EDT Chat

User2User-LIVE! HOA - March 9 thru March 22
One Time Registration Link
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NjE2Nnw3OTY3

Post Registration Meeting Link
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=NjE2Nnw3OTY3

Use the One Time Registration LInk to register for this 2 week HOA. Once registered use the Post Registration Meeting Link.

Due to the Google Crash, the User2User HOA is unavailable.

Due to the Google Crash, the User2User HOA is unavailable. I'm cancelling the 2:00PM Hosted Chat and will try for the 6:00PM Hosted Chat (if Google gets things fixed by then!)

Thanks for understanding.

Andy

A Followup on last week's CCHOA going into explicit details as to the steps involved in using the method.

Originally shared by Andrew Hatchett

A Followup on last week's CCHOA going into explicit details as to the steps involved in using the method.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS-YOU MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND
1). Click the "Tickets" button to register.
2). Once you are registered you will receive a confirmation email.
3).SAVE THAT EMAIL (It contains the link you need to attend)
4). At time of event click the link in confirmation email to enter event.
events/cuj6egqpmk49q1fnm3pk66hrojk?authkey=CPG3nIqI4du-JQ
Is HOA Down?

I ran into a problem Saturday evening on my BHO.

I ran into a problem Saturday evening on my BHO.
I had checked for the YouTube to be Private, made triple sure it was, but it played live right along with the BHO and anyone could see it.
I shut down the BHO, rescheduled another one for 5 minutes later, we all came back in and it was the same thing. I ended up stop broadcasting because of it and cancelled the BHO. 
I don't like it to be live anywhere but the room, until I have had the chance to edit the video for content, length etc.

Anyone else had this problem? 

Oh yeah, I had problems at one time with Participants dropping out of the list, still being in the filmstrip and still being a participant, but not showing up in auditorium, the list or the map. When we had the last update like 2 weeks ago it fixed that, everything was fine for 3 BHO's then Saturday the same thing happened. Anyone else experiencing that?
Is HOA Broken?/

Sunday, March 16, 2014

Thursday, March 13, 2014

Hi all. The 1st episode of a show I'm doing with a partner is tonight. Am I nervous? Heck yeah!

Hi all. The 1st episode of a show I'm doing with a partner is tonight. Am I nervous? Heck yeah! 

Have some issues going in to where I have to use the Where Am I app? I set it up the old way, which I didn't realize at the time.  Don't ask. That's what I'm nervous about. I've never used it. Setting up the Comment Tracker too (haven't used it yet in a show). 

Anyway, show is at 5 pm PT/8 pm ET. I will be in the green room by 4 pm PT. Is there anyone who is available at that time in case I need some help setting up using those apps? It's a sports Hangout - my partner has been plugging it like crazy on radio & Twitter so I want to make sure we start off on the right foot.

Event page is here https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/c789jvc9v928r4vmcbb0pn6r400

THANK YOU! 
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/c789jvc9v928r4vmcbb0pn6r400

Wednesday, March 12, 2014

Want to learn about Pixlr?

Want to learn about Pixlr?
We are honored to have Terry Leigh Britton showing our community how to edit our pictures using all kinds of tools.

The cool thing is we are going to have panelist folks all doing it at the same time as Terry gives us his instructions. 
Come join!
CLICK HERE  to Register:
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=NjI5Mnw4MzIw
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NjI5Mnw4MzIw

If anyone is interested in getting the step by step on the Community Centered HOA Process, please comment on this...

If anyone is interested in getting the step by step on the Community Centered HOA Process, please comment on this post.  We can do the step by step in a more casual hangout.

Here is the second Kraaft It LIVE!

Here is the second Kraaft It LIVE! show for this week - thank you Andrew Hatchett for allowing the members here to advertise what they are doing.  This way we get to see how each of the members are progressing and learning - I love that!!!
https://plus.google.com/u/0/b/117297689930534527442/events/cgliqolnao1fb6r7pkdm4pdr2rk

In case you missed it, Snagit for Google Chrome now has screen recording!

Originally shared by Kelly Rush

In case you missed it, Snagit for Google Chrome now has screen recording! Check out the video for more information, and if you make a screencast, send it my way! I'd love to check it out, or listen to any feedback you have about the new screen recording beta feature!

#snagit   #screencast   #Chrome   #Google  
http://blogs.techsmith.com/news-events/announcing-screencast-snagit-google-chrome/

Sunday, March 9, 2014

Please join us Wednesday March 12th at 9 PM Eastern

Please join us Wednesday March 12th at 9 PM Eastern

This is a training, question & answer period for Community Hosted HOA Events

A small group of us had a goal in mind and set out to find a way to make that work...this is a demonstration of the results.

My goals were simple: 
~To build a community presence around my Kraaft It LIVE! show
~Easily searchable and and easy to find
~Have a place that people with the same desire for creativity could easily congregate and encourage each other.
~I wanted a place to highlight supportive brands and call attention to sponsorships.
~I wanted comments to be easy for the viewers and for me.
~I wanted a simple set up, and a simple viewing experience.

The objective of this hangout is to show you how we achieved that and what has resulted from it.

We know this process may not be for everyone, but it may spark someone's interest and we want to show you how you too can achieve a true Community experience.

"If you want to add this Event to your calendar, click this Registration link
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NjE4MHw4MDI3
 and add to your calendar".

You can click the link below and JOIN NOW to leave comments in the unified chat section on the right.
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=NjE4MHw4MDI3

I plan to do two "Practice" Sessions Monday March 10.

I plan to do two "Practice" Sessions Monday March 10.  Please join and I will return the favor!  One at 10AM the other at 3PM Central US - Here is the Registration page for 10AM: https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NjE4Mnw4MDI5
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NjE4Mnw4MDI5

Join us Thursday March 13th at 10pm Eastern to learn step by step on how to "plan a hangout" in Business-Hangouts.

Join us Thursday March 13th at 10pm Eastern to learn step by step on how to "plan a hangout" in Business-Hangouts.  Feel free to ask other question afterwords.  You can click the link below and JOIN NOW to leave comments in the unified chat section on the right.
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=NjE4MXw4MDI4


If you want to register for this Event you can here 
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NjE4MXw4MDI4

This adds a link to your calendar so you don't have to go find the link in the community.
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=NjE4MXw4MDI4

I have run into a slight situation.

I have run into a slight situation.
I had a hangout last night. I had my video listed as "unlisted" a member then posted it out to the web, which I did not want done.
However, the video shows up no where on my YouTube page for me to delete it, it only show up on his hosting and if you do a search on YouTube for it (as of last night).

Anyone know if/how to find it and get ride of it? And can I make my YouTube channel private (so only people I invite in can see what I have?)

User2User-LIVE! HOA - March 9 thru March 22

User2User-LIVE! HOA - March 9 thru March 22
One Time Registration Link
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NjE2Nnw3OTY3

Post Registration Meeting Link
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=NjE2Nnw3OTY3

Use the One Time Registration LInk to register for this 2 week HOA. Once registered use the Post Registration Meeting Link.
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NjE2Nnw3OTY3

Saturday, March 8, 2014

Saturday Night BHOA

Saturday Night BHOA

Come on in
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=NjE3NHw4MDAx
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=NjE3NHw4MDAx

Helping with some Page stuff

Helping with some Page stuff
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=NjE3M3w4MDAw
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=NjE3M3w4MDAw

I do a twice a week LIVE!

I do a twice a week LIVE! Kraafting show...here is the link to the first event this week and if you follow Kraaft Shaak you will get the invite to the rest as I post them.

Thanks for asking Andrew Hatchett I hope more will post their upcoming events here too.
https://plus.google.com/u/0/b/117297689930534527442/events/cq9vcmpevt7ekjcn54t8t6h22uk

A New Posting category has been added


A New Posting category has been added
Future Member Hosted HOAs

If you are a member hosting an upcoming HOA please feel free to post the details in this category. We can all help support each other in our progress.

Friday, March 7, 2014

Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Monday, March 3, 2014

Great! I've been waiting for this!

Great! I've been waiting for this!

Originally shared by Danielle Buckley

By popular demand, Community Moderators and Owners will now be able to highlight a post in their Community by pinning it to the top.  The “Pin post” option can be found on any post in your Community.  The post will then be marked as “Pinned by moderator”, and Community members will see the post at the top of their Community stream until a Moderator unpins it.   This feature is rolling out gradually over the course of the day.

Monday - Friday: Hosted Chats 10Am-2PM-6PM-10PM EST

Monday - Friday: Hosted Chats 10Am-2PM-6PM-10PM EST
The link bellow will be valid from 2 March  thru 8 March
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=NTk2OHw3NDc4
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NTk2OHw3NDc4

Sunday, March 2, 2014


Anyone else having trouble elevating a person to participant where they are getting a 404 error after registering for an HOA and then trying to immediately view it or join it? It has happended to one of my google accounts and to Scott Scowcroft when he was in my HOA this morning.

https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NTk2OHw3NDc4
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NTk2OHw3NDc4

*Monday-Friday: Hosted Chats 10Am-2PM-6PM-10PM EST *

*Monday-Friday: Hosted Chats 10Am-2PM-6PM-10PM EST *
*The link bellow will be valid from 2 March  thru 8 March *
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NTk2OHw3NDc4
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NTk2OHw3NDc4

Saturday, March 1, 2014

Hi everyone/someone - sorry this is a bit hasty but I've just been referred to this community by one of the members...

Hi everyone/someone - sorry this is a bit hasty but I've just been referred to this community by one of the members at Hangout Mastery - but I need an urgent favour.  I'm just about to go Live in 15 mins and was wondering if someone could offer to join my hangout briefly to confirm my audio is working okay? My last hangout that had no participants was audio-less and I didn't find out until it wrapped up.  Thanks, please let me know and I'll send the invite.

SATURDAY-SPECIAL-SESSION! JOIN US NOW!

SATURDAY-SPECIAL-SESSION! JOIN US NOW!
NEW Business Hangout Release Q&A
* https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NTk2N3w3NDc2 *
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=NTk2N3w3NDc2