Saturday, August 30, 2014

Hi, all.

Hi, all.
2  QUESTIONS: 
1) My private HO partner was unable to use the G Toolbox or other apps. He got this message: "This app requires features of Google+ Hangouts that your computer and browser don't support." He was using a PC with an OS XP Windows and using Chrome ver 36.

2) When I added 2 new apps to my collection (G effects and Remote Desktop), an audio delay/echo started that I could only eliminate by having first him and then I leave and return to the HO. Thoughts?

All tips welcomed!  Thanks!

Friday, August 29, 2014

New version of Chrome released today. Nice article at ZD net:


New version of Chrome released today. Nice article at ZD net:
http://www.zdnet.com/bigger-better-64-bit-chrome-web-browser-now-available-for-windows-7000032999/?s_cid=e539&ttag=e539&ftag=TRE17cfd61

Hey User2User Members - I have looked around the info and there is a massive amount.

Hey User2User Members - I have looked around the info and there is a massive amount.  I'm hoping for a short cut to my issues.

Issue 1:  Clarity of picture and Issue 2:  Voice to lip lag

I currently use the Logitech C920 and I try to get all others that I interview to use it as well.

I just don't feel they are professional enough as I am interviewing physicians and I want them to utilize the interview on their website.

Here is an example: https://dtbhostgator.com/evp/?seed=drportale
(hosted with EVP so you can't see all of lower 1/3 and just to share an example)
 
System Components:
I am hired wired in and I ask all guests to do the same
Dell XPS 8300
Windows 7 Home 64-bit
Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2300
CPU @ 2.80Hz 2.80 GHz
6.00 GB
Ping = 12-18 ms
Down speed:  110 mbps
Up speed:  10 mpbs

I am also having the same issue if I try a ZOOM meeting. 

Love your input/help - Thx!
https://dtbhostgator.com/evp/?seed=drportale

Working on documents and emailing changes back and forth is a common frustration for many individuals.

Originally shared by Trevor Beck

Working on documents and emailing changes back and forth is a common frustration for many individuals.

Google Apps (Docs, Sheets and Slides) provides amazing collaborative advantages that can make working on documents extremely effective. No emailing, no losing versions — everything you need is in one location, with everyone working on a single copy. You can have up to 50 people working on a document at the exact same time and watch the changes they make applied to your document in real time!

Google Apps is more than a replacement for your office suite — it’s a paradigm shift in how we communicate and work together. Be a leader and shift your way of working with groups today!

Hashtag: #oncollab

The following events, happening today, Friday, August 29, the 241st day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...


The following events, happening today, Friday, August 29, the 241st day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 124 days remaining in the year.

Thursday, August 28, 2014

Watching Blog Paws in User2User with Heather Kraafter Debi Davis John Jurkiewicz Andrew Hatchett

Watching Blog Paws in User2User with Heather Kraafter Debi Davis John Jurkiewicz Andrew Hatchett 

Come join us as we watch User2User members Leila Martin and Jim Burwell 

Join us: https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTMyNHwxNjU1Ng==
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTMyNHwxNjU1Ng

The regular Hosted Chat scheduled for 6PM tonight has been postponed until 7:00PM Eastern.


The regular Hosted Chat scheduled for 6PM tonight has been postponed until 7:00PM Eastern.

Please join us then. The link is:
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTMyNHwxNjU1Ng==

The following events, happening today, Thursday, August 28, the 240th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...


The following events, happening today, Thursday, August 28, the 240th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 125 days remaining in the year.

FYI

FYI,
The latest Chrome version is out:
Version 37.0.2062.94 m

Wednesday, August 27, 2014

Hello everyone.

Hello everyone.  New Community member here.  I've been on Google+ since the very early days though for a long time didn't do much with it until Communities came along.  I've been a co-moderator of a community on G+ for over a year now and have been a participant in many a hangout on air, though probably the one who says the least on them :-)

Lately, my group has been looking into building ourselves into a viable brand in our little corner of G+ and I've taken it upon myself to take on a sort of producer and technical role on our HoA.  But, since I've yet to handle any of the technical aspects I've been searching around online, expanding outside my own little G+ corner to see how HoA are run and to begin actually engaging with people a lot more.  Via a roundabout path through the inter-connectivity of G+, and at the prompting of Rayne Dowell, I've come here to learn and to share as I can.

The following event will probably be of great interest to many community members.

The following event will probably be of great interest to many community members.

Originally shared by GoDaddy

Come hangout with Steven Aldrich,  Gene Marks and a few customers to learn more on Small Business Productivity! Get recommendations, ask questions and contribute your own advice. See you there!

The following events, happening today, Wednesday, August 27, the 239th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...


The following events, happening today, Wednesday, August 27, the 239th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 126 days remaining in the year.

The CHANGES HOA is now LIVE from St.

The CHANGES HOA is now LIVE from St. Louis, MO, starting TODAY, August 27! My first new locale's guest, Episode 3, is Connie Dunn, author/blogger and teleseminar producer. Learn more about her books, work and experience during our talk and on this page. Tune in LIVE, 9 AM CDT USA, or attend later on YouTube.
I "graduated" from +Lights, Camera, HOA!, belong to User2User-LIVE! [The Page]  and bring +Rayne Dowell with me for this episode as the Comments Wrangler! See how well we do https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cdspmtilm7amb3o2e2e13mg39uo

Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Where Am I App is gone and will not reload.

Where Am I App is gone and will not reload.  Anyone else having this issue?  Trying to use it in a hangout and will not load

This looks like it is going to be good

This looks like it is going to be good

Originally shared by Mia Voss

This week on The Mia Connect Power Chat we chat with Yifat Cohen - her very first time on the Power Chat!  We will definitely be talking all things Google Plus and as well as what has happened in the Online World so far in 2014.

More about our Guest!
Yifat Cohen  has become the genius of Hangout technology, by pushing its capabilities beyond its limits she has secured herself an expert role in this growing platform.

A Google Plus expert, founder of G+GoTo Gal and YCN (Yifat Cohen Network) she ranks as one of the leading Google Plus, Social Media, and Mobile Marketing experts. Business Rockstars, DocStoc, DataMation, The Rise to the Top, Diamonds in Your Backyard and Entrepreneur on Fire, are just a few of the mediums that have featured this Hangout savant.

The Genius behind Yifat is that she is one of the very few non-Google employees who have been invited by Google to present as an expert one of their products (The Hangout) at a Google office. Her expertise is such, that she is often flown globally to countries such as Mexico, Brazil, and Israel to speak on behalf of Google.

Yifat is a member of the Beta team, testing Hangout features before they’re available to the public. Besides Google, her client roster includes The Office of the Governor of Texas, Mashable Social Good, and Versus to name a few.
As part of her accolades she has ranked as the No.1 Top Google+ Users within G+ Marketing. She was also voted in 2011 as the Best Google+ user by the Google+ community, along with ranking 286 on the Who’s Who for Google+ and as well as being found amongst the top 1000 Google+ user in the world for 2012.

To her credit are speaker, strategy, and G+ coach skills. She teaches How to Hangout, How to optimize Google+ and how to use Google+ for business

The Mia Connect  Power Chat:
Each week we cover a variety of business topics and feature influencers & innovators from all types of industries who share their smarts. In a word: #Infotainment      - and we always get a little #BatCrapCrazy        
       
HEADS UP: Anyone who comments, responds "Yes" or "Maybe" to  The Mia Connect  Power Chats are placed in an "Invite Circle" which means you will receive a notification for future shows via Google Plus. Let me know if you do not want to be included on future invites. You can also subscribe to my newsletter for notifications on future shows.   #HaveItYourWay      - I just don't want to lose touch with you if you are interested in the shows!

#BatCrapCrazy       #GetYourLearnOn

Chapter 5 should be required reading for any one interested in Hangouts On Air.


Chapter 5 should be required reading for any one interested in Hangouts On Air.

Originally shared by Ronnie Bincer

Google Plus Partner Playbook - great tips to follow as of August 2014
Google has released a Google+ Playbook; chapter 5 focuses on Hangouts.
Here is the link to the entire PDF file:
http://services.google.com/fh/files/misc/googleplus-partner-playbook-august-2014.pdf

The playbook includes chapters covering the following:
► Getting Started
► Promote Your Presence
► The Stream
► Google+ Pages
► Hangouts
► Communities
► Photos
► Events

Note that there is a clickable Index at the very end of the PDF to help you get around the document easily.

Loads of easy to follow suggestions are included. Certainly worth bookmarking or downloading the PDF file for later.
=== ===
#GooglePlusTips   #GooglePlusPlaybook   #PartnerGuide

Anybody who wants to hangout and just chat a bit about Hangouts or Business hangouts come on:

Anybody who wants to hangout and just chat a bit about Hangouts or Business hangouts come on:

https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTA4Mzl8MTk4NzI=
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTA4Mzl8MTk4NzI

I host a weekly hang out and a weekly podcast.

I host a weekly hang out and a weekly podcast. Am wanting to create recurring events for each here at Google +. The hang out is NOT hang out on air. I have an event related question: How do I create a recurring weekly event ( set it and forget it)?

The following events, happening today, Tuesday, August 26, the 238th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...


The following events, happening today, Tuesday, August 26, the 238th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 127 days remaining in the year.

Monday, August 25, 2014

Welcome Edward O'Dwyer (MAJ). You are our 295th member!


Welcome Edward O'Dwyer (MAJ). You are our 295th member!

Who is this elegant guy??? Andrew Hatchett

Who is this elegant guy??? Andrew Hatchett 

Originally shared by Rayne Dowell

Andrew Hatchett and 1 other was tagged in Rayne Dowell's album.

This event has replaced an earlier one that we cancelled.

This event has replaced an earlier one that we cancelled. 

Originally shared by Lights, Camera, HOA

Join us at 4p ET / 1p PT in welcoming Andrew Hatchett and having some fun chatting!  We'll be talking about the moving parts and pieces of an HOA - who does what and what the different responsibilities are for a Guest, Host, Co-Host and Wingperson.  Meloney Hall isn't able to join us today but will be "keeping an eye" on us (we think).  We'd love to hear your questions or comments.

HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT!    #lightscamerahoa now has its very own Google+ Page!  This means that Rayne Dowell  and Sheila Strover  will be able to launch the Show as well!  As managers of this G+ page, this will truly be a big help to everyone involved!

But there is something YOU need to do right now --  CIRCLE this new page so you can automatically get notifications of upcoming shows AND be on future shows!  You can also share this page with others who are looking for a #placetopractice to gain quality LIVE on-camera experiences.  Those who want to gain some Comment Tracking experiences are also welcome!

YES, the Lights, Camera, HOA Community will continue as a place to share, discover, and get to know fellow HOA Newbies!  

Remember:  All you need is Practice Time on LIVE-Camera when you first begin; and that's exactly why I am offering this FREE venue!

Please watch the Instructions and Requirements video to determine if you are ready to receive the JOIN HANGOUT button for the live broadcast on a future Monday.  

WATCH 10-MINUTE VIDEO HERE:  http://bigupticksocial.com/overcome-live-camera-shyness-introducing-lights-camera-hoa/

If you would like to be on any future shows, please email us a note here on this event page or send an email our way – Meloney Hall at Meloney@bigupticksocial.com OR  
Rayne Dowell at  rayne@socialmediastrategynow.com

Five (5) biggest benefits to YOU:

1. You will gain LIVE on-air camera experience
2. You will be creating some digital video content that contains your name, image, and great personality
3. This can increase your personal brand awareness to help you with finding your next big thing
4. Your friends and family will be able to share the recorded YouTube video of you on the show and brag about how you’re becoming a “rising star”
5. You will always cherish your first moment on an HOA because you will have conquered your fear

It is so exciting for us to provide this FREE service as a way to pay-it-forward to others.   We all start somewhere and need a helping hand to take that first step.  Will you be taking your first step with us?

Guests who have requested to be on the show will receive the JOIN HOA notification 30 minutes before we GO-LIVE on-air to prep inside the “green room” (pre-show area).  Guests will also be invited to stay with us after the show for a quick “WOW, I Did It” release-of-joy moment!  

What time will this broadcast be in YOUR time zone?
http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/

Become connected with the #lightscamerahoa Team Members today on Google Plus!

HOST:  Connect with Meloney Hall on G+
https://plus.google.com/+MeloneyHall

CO-HOST:  Connect with Rayne Dowell on G+
https://plus.google.com/+RayneDowellSocialMediaStrategyNow/about

COMMENT TRACKER:  Connect with Sheila Strover on G+
https://plus.google.com/+SheilaStrover

If you would like to be a member to this G+ Community, use this LINK to take a look inside.  I hope you’ll JOIN the community!https://plus.google.com/communities/115113287844606968734

For those who would like more technical training with HOA’s, there is a great G+ Community that is well-suited for exactly that.   Considerhttp://bit.ly/User2User

Select YES so this event is placed into your Calendar as a placeholder reminder.

ere is a video I made describing the Business hangout from the Hosts point of view.

ere is a video I made describing the Business hangout from the Hosts point of view.
00:26 Find link to the BHOA on Calendar
01:13 Find link to the BHOA via Email from setting it up
02:22 Entering Lower 3rd in Business hangouts
02:55 Shows the Unlisted message; Delete the public post on the Host's profile page
03:48 Showing the icon tools to show the different viewer experience
05:43 Shows Full Screen button and the viewer
05:54 Shared Content
06:44 Make Viewer to Participant
07:44 presentation vs collaboration
08:20 Manage a participant Amplify sound, mute for me, mute for all, Camera on/off
09:27 Make a Participant a Viewer
10:30 Unified Chat
10:57 Bring comment on screen
12:24 Bring selected comments to the top and ONLY the selected comments

BHOA Running the webinar
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ggyRxC144W4

The following events, happening today, Monday, August 25, the 237th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...


The following events, happening today, Monday, August 25, the 237th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 128 days remaining in the year.

Title


Originally shared by Patryk Hawash

Saturday, August 23, 2014

Does anyone know the G+ event invite rules?

Does anyone know the G+ event invite rules? I continue to get a "unable to invite" window as if I'm asking too many people. (even with sending 5 invites?!?) yikes

Friday, August 22, 2014

whats going on with google+?

whats going on with google+??? i'm getting lots of people i've never seen or talked to or shared with adding me to their circles. most of the time when i get those they have someone in common with me so thats fine. i've just never seen that many requests to add strangers to a circle. those are just collecting names

The following events, happening today, Friday, August 22, the 234th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...


The following events, happening today, Friday, August 22, the 234th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 131 days remaining in the year.

Thursday, August 21, 2014

Tonight 6pm Eastern

Tonight 6pm Eastern
I am going to do a Business Hangout and show you a couple of things about
MANYCAM

Come on out and ask questions.  See why maybe you might want to purchase manycam.

Here is the link:
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTA2OTF8MTk0OTk=

This will replace  Andrew Hatchett 's 6pm spot.  That way we have something to discuss at our 6pm session.  We will take any questions you want about Manycam, Business Hangouts, regular Hangouts.  Whatever.  I just thought we could have a topic tonight.
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTA2OTF8MTk0OTk

The following events, happening today, Thursday, August 21, the 233rd day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...


The following events, happening today, Thursday, August 21, the 233rd day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 132 days remaining in the year.

Wednesday, August 20, 2014

Monday, August 18, 2014

Welcome Colin DeBre', you are our 290th member!


Welcome Colin DeBre', you are our 290th member!

This has nothing to do with hangouts but is *SUCH a neat picture...!*


This has nothing to do with hangouts but is *SUCH a neat picture...!*

Originally shared by Jamie Hill

Comparison of the Titanic and a modern cruise ship!

Anyone want to help?

Anyone want to help?
TONIGHT 8:30pm Eastern
I am going to test the 2 HOA test I did last week.
I would love to have a number of people come join me.
I will have 2 links to join.
Please click both of them.  I will raise you up to a participant in only one of the HOA's.

This should be really interesting so come out and play.
Thanks
Link one:
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTA1MjJ8MTkxMzU=
Link two:
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTA1MjR8MTkxMzg=
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTA1MjJ8MTkxMzU

The following events, happening today, Monday, August 18, the 230th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...


The following events, happening today, Monday, August 18, the 230th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 135 days remaining in the year.

Friday, August 15, 2014

Sometimes I just have to laugh at myself.

Sometimes I just have to laugh at myself. While learning I almost always wind up "running in circles". Please instruct on how I can delete an event I created. History: I created an EVENT for my charities program POWER HOUR. After creation I realized it was not a hang out( or created to be a hang out) so I created a HANG OUT. Now I have two identical events ( Event and Hang Out)  Primary concern is people invited get multiple invitations which promotes confusion and make me look unprofessional ( in this are I AM unprofessional, but learning). Secondary is to increase my knowledge so that I may better serve through National Seizure Disorders Foundation. I am confident the answers will come from this community. I wish to host 1 Power Hour Hang Out a week so the information will be used wisely.

small test I need help with RIGHT now.

small test I need help with RIGHT now.
Any takers?

I have people ask me all the time small tid bit questions about Drive.

I have people ask me all the time small tid bit questions about Drive.  Here are a few that I like.  I like the "Q""Q" pressed twice trick. Very nice since I like to compact my drive screen


h/t Synergyse  for this very informative video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEldU9fLsk8&feature=share

The following events, happening today, Friday, August 15, the 227th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...


The following events, happening today, Friday, August 15, the 227th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 138 days remaining in the year.

Just a reminder...TODAY

Just a reminder...TODAY
Business-Hangouts Office Hours 12:00 Noon Eastern
http://business-hangouts.com/office-hours/

Thursday, August 14, 2014

WHEW! First meeting is DONE! Thank you all for your help. I think I have about worked poor Andrew Hatchett out!

WHEW!  First meeting is DONE!  Thank you all for your help. I think I have about worked  poor Andrew Hatchett out!
Michael Daniels & Rayne Dowell , I deleted the reminders, but they kept coming...sorry.  Good news events are over so you should not receive any more.

The Thursday Night Practice Group has been pretty quiet. Until Tonight!

The Thursday Night Practice Group has been pretty quiet.  Until Tonight!

Join us at 10PM Eastern as we hold another practice HOA.  Tonight's topic is what inspires you?  Hobbies, other passions, whatever.  We gotta have something to talk about, right?  Guests will share their stories.  Tell yours in the comments.  We'll be watching (and practicing).
https://plus.google.com/u/0/b/104105404355813838394/events/clamgcobqu5roikpq5gkrfvfs14

Andrew Hatchett I was going to send the meeting link to the members, but it asks for a passcode.

Andrew Hatchett I was going to send the meeting link to the members, but it asks for a passcode.  They have to get this from their confirmation email, right?  It is not anything I have?

Hello All.

Hello All. I have been on Google+ from the start and using hangouts and hangouts on air with a few groups/communities. Love the ability to use HOAs and YouTube.

Today there was a discussion about hangouts versus other systems (like Go To Webinar) we have used ourselves or been attendees. I mentioned that if Google upped its game a bit they could beat GTW or GTM and a member of this community Andrew Hatchett gave me a gentle nudge about BHOA.

Thanks for the wake up call and now to check out what this is all about. Thanks so much as this might be the answer for 2 of the groups to which I belong. I am sure I will have questions once I have read through and watched everything here.

The following events, happening today, Thursday, August 14, the 226th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...


The following events, happening today, Thursday, August 14, the 226th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 139 days remaining in the year.

Wednesday, August 13, 2014

It took me a better part of the afternoon but I was able to design my own custom Lower 3rd for HOA's

Originally shared by John Jurkiewicz

It took me a better part of the afternoon but I was able to design my own custom Lower 3rd for HOA's 

http://pixlrtemplates.com/ which was recommended the other night by Michael was a big help.

Just wanted to share

Another question: Would my hang outs, specifically for spreading the awareness of my charity ( a business) and our...

Another question: Would my hang outs, specifically for spreading the awareness of my charity ( a business) and our cause be considered a BHOA?

Members of my charity have suggested I promote the direct link to our weekly Hang Out.

Members of my charity have suggested I promote the direct link to our weekly Hang Out. Do I have to create an event first or just go directly to schedule a hang out and promote the link generated from the hang out scheduling?

For those who may have missed the announcement...

For those who may have missed the announcement...
A New Reference Guide for Business Hangouts Hosts
https://business-hangouts.com/blog-1/

The following events, happening today, Wednesday, August 13, the 225th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...

The following events, happening today, Wednesday, August 13, the 225th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 140 days remaining in the year.

Here is a link to instructions with the new comment tracker!

Here is a link to instructions with the new comment tracker!
Also remember Ronnie Bincer has training on this on Thursday 8-14 in the mastery group!

Are hang outs automatically uploaded to YouTube or are there steps to take to insure the HOA gets uploaded for...

Are hang outs automatically uploaded to YouTube or are there steps to take to insure the HOA  gets uploaded for everyone to enjoy?

Tuesday, August 12, 2014

Terrific Tonya Heathco Re: Editing Event


Terrific Tonya Heathco Re: Editing Event

This may help...

GOOGLE+ HOA URGENT REQUEST: My brand-new HOA, CHANGES, was supposed to have Dr.

GOOGLE+ HOA URGENT REQUEST: My brand-new HOA, CHANGES, was supposed to have Dr. Anna Faktorovich as our guest tomorrow morning, but she may be unable to get a solid internet connection where she's staying. 

*SO: anyone want to hop in and join us, or take her place? EMAIL ME ASAP!  I would need to have your request and respond by 6 AM Pacific time tomorrow, 8/13. *

I would want a short bio, links and other info about you to be posted on the Event page by 6:30 AM Pacific Time tomorrow (8/13) and then you'd join me in the HOA off the air between 6:30 - 7 AM by using the link I would send you before 6 AM. 

We're then on the air 7 - 8 AM with LIVE Q & A and comments, lively discussion on a wide range of topics, and lots of FUN!

Here are my email and the link to the Event page, only to be used to post your info if I accept you on the show. Please wait for my acceptance, in case more than one of you responds!

sallyember AT yahoo DOT com
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cs88gdm5q0cl4njdmd5pihsa8ao
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cs88gdm5q0cl4njdmd5pihsa8ao

Having Internet Problems...check this out.

Having Internet Problems...check this out.

Originally shared by Steven Vaughan-Nichols

And, guess what? You can expect to see more trouble in the next few days. If you haven't yet, don't worry, you probably will. Here's what's happening behind the your Web browser interface.
http://www.zdnet.com/internet-hiccups-today-youre-not-alone-heres-why-7000032566/

Tech Problems solved -User2User is now open!

Tech Problems solved -User2User is now open!
Use Link shown under "Current HOA' category in left menu.

The 6PM session will start at 6:30PM Eastern- Tech Troubles!

The 6PM session will start at 6:30PM Eastern- Tech Troubles!

Should anyone be interested, just a quick note to say that the 2PM Eastern Hosted Chat will be on my Acer c710...

Should anyone be interested, just a quick note to say that the 2PM Eastern Hosted Chat will be on my Acer c710 chromebook wit a Logitech c525 camera.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5zCvIWOM-90

My most pressing question: How do I change ( edit) the time posted for a Goolge HOA?

My most pressing question: How do I change ( edit) the time posted for a Goolge HOA? I created an event for tomorrow and just realized today the time posted as EDT instead of the intended and correct CST. I went through calendar and through the event to edit with no Joy. Any thoughts?

Hi everyone!

Hi everyone! It's an honor to be accepted among the affluent here:) I am very new to Hang Outs and have questions. First, I will give you an overview of why I choose Hang Outs and why I requested to join U2U.

I am the Founder and President of a nationally known charity by the name of National Seizure Disorders Foundation. For those interested in what we do, please let me know through message. I will not spam or advertise here. The reason I am using Hang Outs is for a weekly session between myself and the public learning more about seizure disorders and how to bring Peace and Power into thier week even when they live with seizures. So far we've had 2 episodes of NSDF Power Hour and each episode led to more questions concerning hang outs.

I requested to join after being invited by my new friend Heather Kraafter and am deeply appreciative. With my schedule and the energy I put into my work, I need a loving community to come to when I have questions concerning hang outs and when I am in need to learn new tools and tips. I believe this is the community for me after watching a few minutes of the CCHOA Videos. 

I look forward to building relationships here and when time allows I look forward to posting questions I know will have answers. 

Peace 2 All~

Terrific Tonya Heathco

Just stumbled across this and thought some might find it useful

Just stumbled across this and thought some might find it useful

Originally shared by Comment Tracker

Since the question came up several times, and Google doesn't really make the process obvious/easy, here's a step-by-step guide on how to enable Comment Tracker (or any other Hangout Apps) when running a Hangout as a Google+ Page:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/142B6Ms6DsBEhzgL_2E7ls8Amnt5ywNfX8qLdR6FaSJ0/edit?usp=sharing

Business Hangout Practice Tonight.

Business Hangout Practice Tonight. Anyone invited! Will do my best to make it interactive and answer any questions participants have. Our fearless leaders  Andrew Hatchett  and Michael Daniels will be there too!  8PM ET/5PM PT. Register at link below.
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=OTg3MnwxNzgxOQ%3D%3D

Just in case you missed it...Another tip from Ronnie Bincer

Just in case you missed it...Another tip from Ronnie Bincer 

Originally shared by Ronnie Bincer

Switch Accounts for Hangouts and Hangouts on Air - when joining
A common problem for many people is having too many accounts on Google Plus. This does not fix that situation, but helps you manage it better when invited into a video call...

As pictured in the 3 images below, we have the option now to Switch Accounts before joining a video call (either Hangout Video Call or Hangout on Air).

If someone invites you into a video call and they send the invitation to the wrong account (not your preferred account), you now have the option to switch accounts before joining the call via the "Switch account" link pictured in image number 1 at the bottom of the Join Interface.

This is not used to change from being a "Profile" to being a "Page" but is used if you happen to be invited (and received that invite) into a call and are using the wrong account. You'll see the account invited via the email address displayed below the Join button.

Your best bet is to tell those inviting you which is the proper account to use and potentially try to remove the wrong account from the system, but that is a whole different process and issue to address.

Susan Finch brought this new option to my attention recently. I think it is helpful for people when they are getting invited into video calls frequently with the wrong account. Hopefully that is not you!

We cover these types of changes inside the Hangout Mastery private community (a paid membership environment)... check it out at www.bit.ly/HangoutMastery
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#GooglePlusAccounts   #HOAtips   #HangoutsTips   #HangoutsOnAir   #SwitchAccounts  


The following events, happening today, Tuesdayy, August 12, the 224th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...


The following events, happening today, Tuesdayy, August 12, the 224th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 141 days remaining in the year.

Monday, August 11, 2014

RIGHT NOW! 10:00PM Eastern

RIGHT NOW! 10:00PM Eastern
Open Hosted Chat
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTMyNHwxNjU1Ng==
Join us!
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTMyNHwxNjU1Ng

Impromptu BHOA training.

Impromptu BHOA training.
I have a new guide I have created.
So I am going to go over this in a training session environment.
If you want to come join me, come on.
If not, that is fine.

I just want to get some practice using my sheet.

Here is the link to join me
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=MTAyMjl8MTg1Mjc=
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=MTAyMjl8MTg1Mjc

I have to say thank you to Andrew Hatchett , Michael Daniels , Sheila Hensley Rayne Dowell , Lily Seo , Leila Martin

I have to say thank you to Andrew Hatchett , Michael Daniels , Sheila Hensley Rayne Dowell , Lily Seo , Leila Martin  
I will have my first BHOA Thursday night....I believe I am ready!  Well, a very nervous ready.  You all have been a huge help.  I just love this group!  Andrew & Micheal, this group and all the training you do is going to take you all places!!  We need to get your autograph now!!!  I can not thank you enough!

This is the future home of my User2User-LIVE! Community Hosted Chats

This is the future home of my User2User-LIVE! Community Hosted Chats

Hopefully, by the end of next week!  ;)
http://h71016.www7.hp.com/dstore/MiddleFrame.asp?page=config&ProductLineId=429&FamilyId=3815&BaseId=44634&oi=E9CED&BEID=19702&SBLID

Welcome Dave Robison, you are our 285th member!

Welcome Dave Robison, you are our 285th member!

My thanks to all who commented on my test videos of my c525 and my c920.

My thanks to all who commented on my test videos of my c525 and my c920. As you noticed the audio on one was 'missing". Well, once again, I had the wrong headset on ( something at which it seems I'm getting VERY proficient)

The following events, happening today, Monday, August 11, the 223rd day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...


The following events, happening today, Monday, August 11, the 223rd day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 142 days remaining in the year.

Saturday, August 9, 2014

This replaces the original notice of this event as I made an error in the original setup.

This replaces the original notice of this event as I made an error in the original setup.

 *If you had said you were going on the other event you will have to do so again for this one. Sorry for the inconvenience*.

Here is the link to the Video you should watch before the event.
http://youtu.be/cKxPEfsvLq4

Originally shared by Andrew Hatchett

Question & Answer Followup on the "Create and Set Up a Virtual Room" video.

This will  be a live followup session about a video  that is posted on YouTube.

You should watch the video before attending the event. The  link to the video is [INSERT VIDEO LINK HERE]

After viewing the video you can return to this event page and click the [TICKET] button to enter the BHOA event before it goes live and type any questions you may have into the Unified Chat Box. This will allow expedited answers to those questions to be given at the beginning of the event before taking questions from the live attendees.

Remember, you must click the [TICKET] button to see the event. There will be no live video or comments on this event page
events/c6973enqf0fe1512lj3nul2jlmc

Not sure what category this would go in.

Not sure what category this would go in.  99% of our clients are Not on G+ so we do private coaching on the YouTube side.

Was watching the mastery teaching about the guest account and I'm having a hard time wrapping my head around this.  

Using private YouTube -  one way you keep it private is by entering the client's email into the "who can view this" box.

BUT, even on YouTube they have to have, at a minimum, a  gmail account.  For some clients that's can be an issue - they just don't want to set one up.

 IF I set up a guest profile like Ronnie did and get them in that way using That gmail account, can I then go back to the "who can view this" box on YouTube, remove that guest email and replace it with theirs??????

Friday, August 8, 2014

Howdy Andrew Hatchett . when you are ready to "talk" please ping me... I have many questions...

An oldie but a goodie - one of the first videos showing how to set up a BHOA ...done by none other the The Hangout...

An oldie but a goodie - one of the first videos showing how to set up a BHOA ...done by none other the The Hangout Helper himself!

There have been improvements but the basics remain the same. Well worth the 7 minutes it takes to watch.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eS2cZ9q4PQQ

The following events, happening today, Friday, August 8, the 220th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the...


The following events, happening today, Friday, August 8, the 220th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 145 days remaining in the year.

Thursday, August 7, 2014

Looking at the viewer in Business hangout Event vs a regular Google plus Event


Looking at the viewer in Business hangout Event vs a regular Google plus Event 
These were taken side by side in a BHOA Event and a G+ Event.
I just wanted to see the viewing experience of my viewers watching an Event.
I will say this... I like in BHOA watching the video on the left and being able to see the comments on the right.  You never lose view of the video.  In G+ Events if you go down the screen looking at comments the video stays at the top and you lose focus.
John Brown Hope you are ok- just heard about the 4.5 earthquake!

Naraya Stein It certainly looks bigger to me!


Naraya Stein It certainly looks bigger to me!

I have to say I love what Business Hangouts does for it's customers.


I have to say I love what Business Hangouts does for it's customers.  One main thing is they listen.  You ask for a feature or give a suggestion.  They weigh out the experience and come up with a solution or a great idea.
Thank you very much for all you do for YOUR customers.

Folks in the User2USer group, I think you will really like this.

Originally shared by Business Hangouts

You Asked For It, We Did It!
The left menu on the viewer's User Interface has been removed to leave more room for the video and the main content.
You can see it in any replay you have, like here:
https://business-hangouts.com/demo/
 or in your future BHO Events.
#Youaskedforitwedidit   #businesshangouts   #bhoevents

You Asked For It, We Did It!


Originally shared by Business Hangouts

You Asked For It, We Did It!
The left menu on the viewer's User Interface has been removed to leave more room for the video and the main content.
You can see it in any replay you have, like here:
https://business-hangouts.com/demo/
 or in your future BHO Events.
#Youaskedforitwedidit   #businesshangouts   #bhoevents

The following events, happening today, Thursday, August 7, the 219th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...

The following events, happening today, Thursday, August 7, the 219th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 146 days remaining in the year.

I encourage you new folks to take advantage of a great offer of a Google paid Community that you will really learn a...

I encourage you new folks to take advantage of a great offer of a Google paid Community that you will really learn a lot.

Come join for 15 days and see what it is about.  I hope they have a HANGOUT inviting all the community so you can see the benefits of a REAL questions and answer session with Ronnie Bincer the "hangout helper".

I do not get paid for anything when I help you folks in the User2User community so if you decide to sign up with the Hangout Mastery please use my affiliate link:
http://bit.ly/HOAMasteryMD

Thanks

Originally shared by Ronnie Bincer

Limited-Time Free Access to Hangout Mastery Membership!
Many of you know I’ve created a paid membership community focused on Hangouts and Hangouts on Air called Hangout Mastery. With this special offer you can try it out for free!*

Many people waste time searching the Internet for information on how to build trust with their constituents, create influence online and leverage social media as a part of their business strategy. I’ve created a way for you to get all this information in one location as well as keep up on the latest with Google+ Hangouts and Hangouts on Air. All these things keep changing and we keep you up-to-date inside of Hangout Mastery.

Since Summer is in full swing around here it’s a good time to offer a Sizzling Summer Special for Hangout Mastery! And while this special is super-hot, I want more people to see how cool it can be inside the Hangout Mastery community! My team and I worked up a *FREE 15-day Trial Membership to our Private Google+ Community.  

Normally, only fully paid members can access the private community, but I’m offering it to you absolutely FREE for 15-days. Not only that, at the end of the FREE Trial we will give you a chance to sign up for full Hangout Mastery membership at a very special discounted rate - one that the general public can’t get to unless they sign up for the FREE Trial as well. (Please share this post/offer with others)

This Sizzling Summer Special is only going to last a little while - so visit the page linked below where I have a short video explaining what it’s all about - then sign up and get on the inside to start your journey toward Hangout Mastery.
http://www.thehangouthelper.com/masterysummerspecial
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#HangoutsOnAir #HangoutMastery #SpecialOffer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sNptcQzvRD0

Thank you all that participated or viewed yesterday in our Training sessions!

Thank you all that participated or viewed yesterday in our Training sessions!
I thought that would be a fun way to learn.  And I think we accomplished some fun.
Viewers
If a trainer or Newbie did not get to your questions last night, that is ok, they had a specific task at hand and a time constraint as well.

Let's try to have sessions each week if possible till we all get comfortable.  If you would like to participate, please respond to this. We encourage new folks to come and have a go at it.

Everyone's feedback is encouraged here.

Wednesday, August 6, 2014

A demo of a SHOAE

Originally shared by Sandra VanSickle

A demo of a SHOAE

Come join this practice for setting up a SHOAE

Originally shared by Judi McDowell

Come join this practice for setting up a SHOAE

This is a practice hangout between Sandra VanSickle & Shelia Hensley

Originally shared by Sandra VanSickle

This is a practice hangout between Sandra VanSickle & Shelia Hensley

BHOA Practice, Tues 8/12, 5 ET-8PT click link below to register.

BHOA Practice, Tues 8/12, 5 ET-8PT click link below to register. I will make it FUN & interactive and will show you what BHOA can do! Am starting to get to know it... but need practice! 
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=OTg3MnwxNzgxOQ%3D%3D

New to G+. How to get bolded text in these basic posts?

New to G+. How to get bolded text in these basic posts?
Also, if I  wanted to share this post with e.g. Hangout Mastery group (I am a member) and I pressed the share arrow, will it post on HM wall? Or will it send a notification to all HM members? Thanks!

You are invited to a BHOA Practice, Tues, 8/12 8PM ET, 5PM PT.

You are invited to a BHOA Practice, Tues, 8/12 8PM ET, 5PM PT. Please note you will need to register for this event through Business Hangouts since it is not a Google program. I'm learning a lot about it , especially for webinar use, and am looking forward to practicing and helping others! Here's the link: https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=OTg3MnwxNzgxOQ==
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/c5obv5mk4fe937krg5p9deiip24?authkey=CM677f_Qs47NPw

The following events, happening today, Wednesday, August 6, the 218th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...

The following events, happening today, Wednesday, August 6, the 218th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 147 days remaining in the year.

Tuesday, August 5, 2014

Andrew Hatchett I created my BHOA, I also created an event and tried to post it here...but I do not see it.

Andrew Hatchett I created my BHOA, I also created an event and tried to post it here...but I do not see it. I will need help on this.I will join you tomorrow at 6.  
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTk3NnwxNzk5NA==
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTk3NnwxNzk5NA

https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTk3NnwxNzk5NA==

Originally shared by Sandra VanSickle

https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTk3NnwxNzk5NA==
events/c111o4k0ah26prona7jm9petk3o?authkey=CPXs0K_-45LAlwE

I DIDN'T KNOW THIS. AGAIN, YOU LEARN SOMETHING NEW EVERYDAY. AS John Dietrich SAID, "TIP FOR TUESDAY."


I DIDN'T KNOW THIS.  AGAIN, YOU LEARN SOMETHING NEW EVERYDAY.  AS John Dietrich SAID, "TIP FOR TUESDAY."

Originally shared by Google+

Hosting a Hangout On Air? Make sure you're familiar with Control Room to help keep everything running smoothly. #TipTuesday

Reminder: BHOA Practice.

Reminder: BHOA Practice.
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/c950tv573u01vfk1ndjc55h0go8
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/c950tv573u01vfk1ndjc55h0go8

Hey all!

Hey all!  Hope all my friends are have a good day.  My dual monitors are now working but I can't seem to get speakers/headset working.  Any ideas?

I have an idea

I have an idea
I have talked with a few of you about this

Tomorrow Wednesday August 8th 6th let's have a training session.
Here is how it will work!
Every "Newbie" will get a chance to be with an experienced person 'Trainer"  Everyone else can come watch and be in the audience watching the Event.  

FIRST Trainer w/ Newbie
Be in a Hangout On Air (10 minutes TOPS) 
SECOND
Before you exit the HOA you take 10 minutes and the NEWBIE has to Setup a SHOAE
THIRD Newbie w/ Trainer
The Newbie starts the SHOAE and invites your Experienced partner
and goes for less than 10 minutes.

So about 30 minutes round trip.  

Now!
Who wants to be a newbie and... 
who id confident and knows they can run a SHOAE and be a trainer here.

We will start about 7pm Eastern time.

Just add a comment here and let me know who wants to be a newbie and who wants to be a trainer.  I will pair you guys up and set up times.  Some of you have become friends here.  If you want to chose who you want to be your trainer, let me know that as well.

I will edit this post once you folks let me know who wants to do what!
Can you edit an HOA video after the fact? The person wants something they said taken out... What a bummer.

can you video call with someone who has gmail but not the hangout app.

can you video call with someone who has gmail but not the hangout app. will they be able to see me? we both have gmail and android phones.

Just a reminder that a new season of KraaftShaak begins today!

Just  a reminder that a new season of KraaftShaak begins today!

The following events, happening today, Tuesday, August 5, the 217th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...


The following events, happening today, Tuesday, August 5, the 217th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 148 days remaining in the year.

CCHOA (Community Centered Hangouts On Air) Videos

CCHOA (Community Centered Hangouts On Air) Videos

Below, in chronlogical order, are links to videos on the subject

Mar 12, 2014 User 2 User CCHOA: 
http://youtu.be/HbaQg4nmsNQ

Mar 17, 2014 CCHOA-Step by Step Details: 
http://youtu.be/igtT0AyI77o

Mar 24, 2014 Q&A about Community based HOA w/ Heather Kraafter: http://youtu.be/C4hyVcM2XNA

Jun 24, 2014 CCHOA Community based Hangouts:
http://youtube.be/R6JPeJ0_MRI 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbaQg4nmsNQ

Monday, August 4, 2014

10pm Eastern!

10pm Eastern!
Let's talk
We can go over Hangouts on Air
SHOAE
Business Hangouts whatever!!
Andrew will get us started with the weekly link here!
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTMyNHwxNjU1Ng==

I have a question for you awesome people.

I have a question for you awesome people. I have noticed that the quality of my videos have gone south in terms of resolution and sound quality.  It did not have that problem before and think it maybe that my internet speed has slowed.  Do you have any pointers for dealing with situation?

Thanks in advance for your help.

Is anyone available to contact me via a Hangout this evening at 6pm EST?

Is anyone available to contact me via a Hangout this evening at 6pm EST?
This will be the regular chat hangout.

I usually initiate the calls, so I have no idea how to instruct a newbie on how to receive a call from me. I thought this would be the best way to learn.

Thank you.

Andrew Hatchett Michael Daniels Hey U2U Gurus, here's a fundamental question about Lower Thirds and Overlays:

Andrew Hatchett Michael Daniels Hey U2U Gurus, here's a fundamental question about Lower Thirds and Overlays:
"I was hoping that, for branding purposes,  there was a way to have my Lower Third  on my overlays (talking points that show top left of video) without re-creating my lower Third for each new talking point overlay."  I currently use picmonkey for lower thirds. Is it possible to re-edit master lower thirds to add fresh talking points? Suggestions?.

The following events, happening today, Monday, August 4, the 216th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the...


The following events, happening today, Monday, August 4, the 216th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 149 days remaining in the year.

Sunday, August 3, 2014

Okay, I think I know the answer...but I am going to double-check anyway!

Okay, I think I know the answer...but I am going to double-check anyway!

I am going to setup my event to a specific group of folks,
do I have to invite the public first?

Does everyone have to have a g+ account to watch?

Thanks advance.

p.s. I will set up my practice event for Thursday night.
Lily Seo Rayne Dowell Sheila Hensley Andrew Hatchett Michael Daniels , does 7-8pm EST suit everyone?

Another great step by step explanation from Mark Crosling on the Q & A App.

Another great step by step explanation from Mark Crosling on the Q & A App.  A great resource for people of this community.
http://strategiccontentmarketing.co/qa-app/

Saturday, August 2, 2014

Two of our members in User2User Russ Worthington and Pat Richley-Erickson are members in a genealogy.

Two of our members in User2User Russ Worthington and Pat Richley-Erickson are members in a genealogy.  They have a game night RIGHT NOW!
We are watching live here: https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTgyN3wxNzcwMg==

Please come watch with us.
TIP: This is how the upper right quadrant can be used in a Business hangout.  
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTgyN3wxNzcwMg

Welcome michael odiakose, you are our 280th menber!

Welcome michael odiakose, you are our 280th menber!

Doing a test with Business Hangouts.

Doing a test with Business Hangouts.
If you want to come watch, fine!
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTgyN3wxNzcwMg==
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTgyN3wxNzcwMg

Hello everyone!

Hello everyone! I am excited about the group and learning! I would love as much practice as possible with HOA. Please send invites, if you have trainings, need practice or to test features! I would love to participate! Thank you!
Andrew Hatchett Michael Daniels  CLARIFICATION: I can start a hangout but can't seem to be able to invite anyone in.

Andrew Hatchett and Michael Daniels Thought I had my PC squared away but testing today reveiled I can't initiate a...

Andrew Hatchett  and Michael Daniels Thought I had my PC squared away but testing today reveiled I can't initiate a hangout. I have uninstalled/reinstalled Chrome and (thinking my hangout app was removed during the recent clean up) reinstalled my google handout app..

I still cannot start/initiate a Google Hangout either way (Google side or through YouTube.} 

QUESTION: Do you have any ideas what to check next? Leila initiated a hangout and I could join in but I can't initiate from my end???

Hey everyone

Hey everyone,
Sorry I have been out of commision for the last 4 months and not been around. Had to have more neck surgery :(

Anyway, I am back, but have forgotten almost everything I learned before the surgery. Morphine, Valium, Dilaudid, Ambien will do that to you sometimes. :)

So I am sure I will have a ton of questions over the next few days/weeks, hope I don't get annoying

Friday, August 1, 2014

They've done it again!


They've done it again! 

Pat Richley-Erickson and Russ Worthington have produced another outstanding video in their Short Video Series...and at the same time show, what is, imho, the correct use of the Showcasr App. A well deserved "Well Done" to both of them.

Originally shared by DearMYRTLE

Cousin Russ and  I share our best advice about what type of Hangout on Air (recorded) video you wish to host. It depends on where you want to go. Is this a family interview, a society board meeting, or a 1on1 interview with a client? http://bit.ly/DearMYRTLE_HostingHOA
does anyone know how to stop comments from hoa's to go to my phone when i have joined the hoa from my computer?

Here is another WOW this morning. This one from Ronnie Bincer. Google+ has been buUusSsyy.


Here is another WOW this morning.  This one from Ronnie Bincer.  Google+ has been buUusSsyy.

Originally shared by Ronnie Bincer

New way to send or receive money via gmail interface
I've been on a Mobile HOA assignment for all this week (still am) but I just noticed a new way to send or receive money via my gmail interface.

I'm at the Oshkosh EAA AirVenture 2014 air show and am busy covering the show via mobile HOA broadcasts for Kestrel Aircraft Company  (circle them for aviation news and as a way to thank them for being proactive with Hangouts). 

Because I've been quite busy covering the air show here, I may have missed the announcement on this, and don't have time to dig into it at the moment, but I thought I'd bring it to your attention.
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#GmailUpdate   #payment   #ElectronicPayment

The following events, happening today, Friday, August 1, the 213th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the...


The following events, happening today, Friday, August 1, the 213th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 152 days remaining in the year.