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Originally shared by Ronnie Bincer

YouTube AutoPlay - coming to a screen near you!
As Facebook seems to really push how many video views they are causing with videos uploaded to FB (due to autoplay), YouTube has decided to play that same game. This post speaks to how Marketers can possibly make their 'other videos' tag-team in the new auto-play world.

Greg Jarboe writes up some good advice re. how adjusting your Meta Data (read Titles, Descriptions & Tags) can possibly influence which videos are chosen as "related" and thereby have a better chance at joining the Autoplay feature.

Those of us that have been poking at YouTube for a while were aware of these ideas in order to try to get our videos 'related' to each other, but now there is another reason to apply these tactics. This post does a great job explaining what to try.

Another post to check out on the YouTube Autoplay changes is from the same SEM Post website: http://goo.gl/H5QOcF
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#YouTubeTips   #VideoMarketing   #YouTubeAutoPlay  
http://www.thesempost.com/marketers-can-influence-youtube-autoplay-feature/

Hello Everyone.

Hello Everyone.
I'm just hanging out in my office, testing different backgrounds and effects, If anyone wants to shoot the breeze, please join me in a BHVC:
http://goo.gl/DhfK2r

Aloha!

Aloha!

Prema Qadir here! 

My passions are Video/TV Production, Broadcast Television and Website Design. I discovered the Internet in 1995, during the early years following a near fatal auto accident in the State of Hawaii, where I lived for 20+ years.

Prior to the auto accident, I was a Civil Engineer and my hobbies were making jewelry and producing LIVE TV shows. Back then the equipment to take a video production live cost in the HUNDREDS of THOUSANDS of dollars!

I have been waiting almost 30 years for the hardware and software that would make it affordable for me to produce LIVE shows. 

I am soooooooo excited to learn how to use Business Hangouts and share resources with YOU!

Hi Andrew!

Hi Andrew!  

Hopefully, I am posting this message to the correct category.

Thanks for allowing me to join U2U.All this time, I thought I was already here (LOL)! Thanks for posting the URL in bright yellow text!!!!

I am still establishing my bearings. My Google+ accounts are not functioning as I would like them. I want a business page and a personal page , but am having difficulty figuring out how to do that because I had multiple Gmail accounts and YouTube Channels BEFORE Google+ came along. 

Not sure if I should be using business or personal here.

As soon as I sort it all out, I will update my stuff to conform with the User2User requirements.

Welcome Geoff Kipps-Bolton. You are our 340th member!

Welcome Geoff Kipps-Bolton. You are our 340th member!

This is as good of a video as I've run across concerning sharing copyrighted stuff from YouTube. Thought I'd share

This is as good of a video as I've run across concerning sharing copyrighted stuff from YouTube. Thought I'd share
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqq_oq6QWZI&feature=share

An Oldie but still a Goodie

An Oldie but still a Goodie
A good starting place for newbies joining the Googlesphere.
http://services.google.com/fh/files/misc/googleplus-partner-playbook-august-2014.pdf

The following event(s) happening today, Friday, 30 Jan, the 30th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 335 days...

The following event(s) happening today, Friday, 30 Jan, the 30th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 335 days remaining in the year.

This is a test of the Google Alert app.

This is a test of the Google Alert app.

The test will determine if the app can be used to surface updates within a particular category to a user without having community notifications turned on or visiting  the community to check to for new postings.

Subscribe to a category in a community?

Subscribe to a category in a community?
Well- kinda....Learn the details!

Want something more that a search of a page but less than a full Google search?
We'll cover that also!

https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTgzMDV8Mzc5NzI=

Tonight -7:00PM Central
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTgzMDV8Mzc5NzI

The last few weeks whenever I am waiting for an HOA to start I have to keep refreshing my screen.

The last few weeks whenever I am waiting for an HOA to start I have to keep refreshing my screen.  Even when the countdown timer is finished it never shows live UNTIL I refresh.  I don't remember having to do that before.  You would wait for the time to end and POP the event would be live.

Anyone going to be hanging out in Business Hangouts tonight. I dont have a pressing question I was just wondering

This is sure to be of interest to community members.

This is sure to be of interest to community members. Be sure to watch the HOA on Feb 5th for even more info on this subject.

Originally shared by Ronnie Bincer

A Guide to Hangout On Air Event Notifications
When we attend or host a Hangout on Air (HOA) Event there are many ways and reasons we get notifications about that HOA Event... this article helps you understand them a bit more.

The article also mentions that we will be having further discussions about HOA Events regarding Event Invitations, Notifications, Alerts and more in a HOA Event scheduled for Feb. 5, 2015. The video tied to that Event is included in this article, and if you want to attend the Event, here is the direct link: http://goo.gl/BTHnM8

Hope you like the article here and are able to come attend the live event to learn more about how you can control your own notifications or how to help others do the same. If you miss it live, you can always watch the replay on the article here or the event page referenced above.
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#HOAevents   #EventTips   #HOAtips   #HangoutsOnAir  
http://www.plusyourbusiness.com/guide-to-hoa-event-notifications/

The following event(s) happening today, Thursday, 29 Jan, the 29th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 336...

The following event(s) happening today, Thursday, 29 Jan, the 29th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 336 days remaining in the year.

Hanging out! In a Business hangout!!!!!!

Hanging out! In a Business hangout!!!!!!
Be in till about 9pm or so
Chatting
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTgyNTB8Mzc4MDU=

I tried to do a BHO today to train two new people.

I tried to do a BHO today to train two new people.  I wasn't able to make them a participant and they stayed as a viewer.  They were not able to hear me at all.  I had to try to help them and then finally gave up and created a gotomeeting.  I have another one to give at 8pm now.  Is anyone available to help me?

Hello

Hello,

Is there someone out here who can show me how to create albums and figure out how to turn off some off my photos in my profile live now? And also answer a mechanical questions regarding building a community?

Thanks

Karen

This is one of my favorite SHOA's (Not because I am hosting it) A panel of veterans and a newbie or two talk about...

This is one of my favorite SHOA's (Not because I am hosting it) A panel of veterans and a newbie or two talk about what they think makes a great SHOA. Just thought I'd share with the community
http://youtu.be/EYhGw9GgfxY

Title

Originally shared by Andrew Hatchett

The following event(s) happening today, Wednesday, 28 Jan, the 28th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 338...

The following event(s) happening today, Wednesday, 28 Jan, the 28th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 338 days remaining in the year.

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Originally shared by Andrew Hatchett

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Google makes the call...NASHVILLE Makes the Cut!

Ok, back in hanging out in a BHOA!!!

Ok, back in hanging out in a BHOA!!!
Come join me if you like.  I will be here till about 9pm or so
Hanging out in a BHOA if anyone cares to join, feel free!

https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTgxODl8Mzc2MTg=

My thanks to Craig Long for this

My thanks to Craig Long for this

Originally shared by Craig Long

Firefox Hello is here
(or how to establish a video link to even your doctor in less than a minute) 

Firefox Hello works on Google Chrome, Firefox, and Opera so you don't have to use Firefox to answer a call.  
In Firefox when I clicked the "Email Link" option in Hello a mail window on my default browser (Chrome) opened with this prepared message:

Hello!
Join me for a video conversation using Firefox Hello:
You don't have to download or install anything. Just copy and paste this URL    
into your browser:  https://xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
If you want, you can also learn more about Firefox Hello at https://www.firefox.com/hello/
Talk to you soon!

When I clicked the "Link" option I could copy the link address.   
Now I can connect to anyone if they have a computer in front of them.  
I can even give out the link verbally over the telephone.
https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/where-firefox-hello-button

Hanging out in a BHOA if anyone cares to join, feel free!

Hanging out in a BHOA if anyone cares to join, feel free!

https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTgxODl8Mzc2MTg=
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTgxODl8Mzc2MTg

Sure to be of interest to community members.

Sure to be of interest to community members.

Originally shared by Jeff Sieh

Twitter Rolling Out New Features

Really excited about the new video feature.  Think it's another great way video content creators can share promos, teasers, trailers, etc.  Really like the 30 second length.  

Will Instagram eventually allow longer videos?
https://blog.twitter.com/2015/now-on-twitter-group-direct-messages-and-mobile-video-capture

Just a reminder

Just a reminder
http://kraaftshaak.com/live/
Starts 1:00 PM Central
http://kraaftshaak.com/live

This starting at Noon Eastern (about 7 minutes)

This starting at Noon Eastern (about 7 minutes)

Should be neat to see how Lanny uses business hangouts

Originally shared by Business Hangouts

Tomorrow Our Guest is 
Lanny Morton
A columnist for Huffington Post and Forbes, a Serial Entrepreneur winner of the Webby Awards among many other recognitions, and a Motivational Leader, Lanny runs http://motivation.net, a membership based coaching practice, for which he performs weekly Business Hangouts for his members with 100+ live attendees each Monday.

To learn more about his experience and perspective, Join us:
AGENDA:
Interview with Lanny Morton about his Experience with Business Hangouts(20 min)
Q & A   (10 min)
Business Hangouts Overview(15 min)
Q & A   (10 min)
Register here:
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=MTY5NjV8MzQ5NTA=

PBS Genealogy Roadshow Google hangout...everyone invited.

PBS Genealogy Roadshow Google hangout...everyone invited.  With Erin Brady, Miss USA--tomorrow, hope you can make the hangout...please promote if you can..thanks
https://plus.google.com/u/0/b/108092933627549646035/events/ceu0hbs89imr10scf2r8vdmulvs
https://plus.google.com/u/0/b/108092933627549646035/events/ceu0hbs89imr10scf2r8vdmulvs

The following event(s) happening today, Tuesday, 27 Jan Jan, the 27th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 338...

The following event(s) happening today, Tuesday, 27 Jan Jan, the 27th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 338 days remaining in the year.

Come on in if you want to chat. be here till about 7:30 pm Eastern time or so

Come on in if you want to chat. be here till about 7:30 pm Eastern time or so
Or if you have a question about something.

Click here: http://bit.ly/NightlyChat

Andrew Hatchett and all - Oops - forgot to mention that this is a "Private Hangout." don't know if that makes a...

Andrew Hatchett and all -  Oops - forgot to mention that this is a "Private Hangout." don't know if that makes a difference.

Question to you all and Andrew Hatchett : I do dog training hangouts and so far everyone has had a gmail account.

Question to you all and Andrew Hatchett : I do dog training hangouts and so far everyone has had a gmail account.

What's the easiest way to get someone in a Hangout started on the YouTube side "if" they don't have a gmail account?

I'm afraid they may not want to go to the trouble to set up a profile.

Thanks for any feedback!

I have been doing some more practice sessions with BHOA and have a couple of questions. First: If a participant...

I have been doing some more practice sessions with BHOA and have a couple of questions.  First: If a participant (not the host) accidentally leaves the hangout how does he get back in? I think there is a button to click, but does it time out?  My friend did come back he was viewable in the filmstrip and had audio but he was not listed as a participant or a viewer. It almost seemed as if he was in a Video Call.  Is this the way it is suppose to happen?  Thanks and if you want me to wait and ask this in the Friday Office Hours session, I can.

I know this is a topic I am curious to learn more about.

I know this is a topic I am curious to learn more about.  Since I asked a few folks in a hangout green room to help me find folks that would be willing to a hangout covering photos.

Mark Barrus  was kind enough to get this in the works.
So as always I wanted to share this with the community.

Originally shared by Oleg Moskalensky

There have been a number of folks I befriended online who have expressed positive feelings towards some of my photographic efforts.  One of my main ego boosters in that area is Mr. Mark Barrus, who is always most kind (Thank you Mark!) and who asked me to do a video on what techniques and tools I personally use.  So - that's why I'm doing this.

It's nothing mind blowing, nor will this HOA transform you into Trey Ratcliff, I can guarantee you right now - it won't!  With that said, if some of you have cell phones and have an interest in photography using such - you can certainly take a look at what I do and perhaps it would be of use to you as well.

I'll cover the process from beginning to end, it's pretty simple, but like anything else - one has to know what one's doing.

Today's secret phrase is:

Today's secret phrase is:
site: [URL] {searchterm(s)}

Not sure what it means? We'll explain in a HOA later this week. :)

The following event(s) happening today, Monday, 26 Jan Jan, the 26th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 339...

The following event(s) happening today, Monday, 26 Jan Jan, the 26th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 339 days remaining in the year.

How do I change the background of my HOA?

Just a reminder

Just a reminder

I've had several people ask how I create the image of daily events that I post to the community every...

I've had several people ask how I create the image of daily events that I post to the community every morning...well, here's the answer. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgIQCEm_Ctk

Has anyone ever put together some training on HOA etiquette?

Has anyone ever put together some training on HOA etiquette? I'm talking about what a host and guest responsibility is before and after the HOA?

Ronnie Bincer's title says it ALL!

Ronnie Bincer's  title says it ALL!

Originally shared by Ronnie Bincer

Avoid Event Spam! - How to adjust Google Calendar settings
If you are getting HOA Events added to your calendar and you have no idea why, then check your calendar settings.

This has been a concern for many years, and if you don't know where to adjust the settings, it can get quite bothersome.

(1) Go to your Google Calendar and click the "settings" Gear Icon.
(2) Then click on the "Settings" menu choice
(3 & 4) Scroll down until you see the section re. Events shown in the image here and say "No" to both options.
(5) Save your changes.
You'll be adjusting:
1. Show events you have declined
2. Automatically add invitations to my calendar

This will adjust things so that only the Events you say "Yes" or "Maybe" to end up on your calendar (as it should be IMO).

We'll be hosting a public HOA (Hangout on Air) Event on Feb. 5, 2015 that covers who gets alerts, invites & notifications to HOA Events. Hope you can join us.

If you are interested in getting going with Hangouts & Hangouts on Air, here is a great place to start: http://AllAboutHangouts.com
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#EventSpam   #EventCalendar   #GoogleCalendar   #HOAevents

Know someone interested in getting on Google+ and do Hangouts? This is for them!

Know someone interested in getting on Google+ and do Hangouts? This is for them!

Originally shared by Ronnie Bincer

How to Setup a New Account for Hangouts and Hangouts on Air
In order to use Google's Hangouts and Hangouts on Air (HOA) tools, you need to have a Google Account. This free video tutorial takes you through the steps needed to create an account with the intention of using Hangouts and Hangouts on Air.

Share this link with others wanting to use Google Hangouts and Hangouts on Air who need to start from the beginning. Just setting up a Google account is one thing, but this video tutorial shows the extra steps (involving YouTube) to connect the dots which enable the use of Hangouts on Air.

http://allabouthangouts.com/new-account-setup-hangouts-hangouts-on-air/

This tutorial, along with other training materials on the site, make it clear that AllAboutHangouts.com is the best place to go for those wanting to move from Hangout Basics to Total Hangout Confidence.

Thanks for helping spread the word to those who need it!
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#HangoutsTutorial   #NewAccountSetup   #HangoutsOnAir   #HOAaccountSetup   #AllAboutHangouts  
http://allabouthangouts.com/new-account-setup-hangouts-hangouts-on-air

A short video from Pat Richley-Erickson and Cousin Russ showing why and where to improve your profile to attract...

A short video from Pat Richley-Erickson and Cousin Russ showing why and where to improve your profile to attract others.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0P1tMz5sP4

The following event(s) happening today, Thursday, 22 Jan, the 22nd day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 343...

The following event(s) happening today, Thursday, 22 Jan, the 22nd day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 343 days remaining in the year.

I have scheduled my BHOA meeting for tonight. Here is the link.

I have scheduled my BHOA meeting for tonight.   Here is the link. As suggested we can check it out sometime before 7PM to make sure it is working for me. Heather Kraafter Michael Daniels

Thanks for your help today, really appreciate it.

Register for BOD Meeting now: http://goo.gl/hDmZxu

Wanted to give a quick shout out to Michael Daniels and the User to User Community.

Wanted to give a quick shout out to Michael Daniels and the User to User Community.  I had been struggling with how to manage multiple email addresses and an increasingly unruly inbox and Michael gave me some tips on how to simply.

Thanks to Heather Kraafter for suggesting I talk to Michael and User to User.

Title

For some reason, I am STRUGGLING with BHOA. It should be SIMPLE.

For some reason, I am STRUGGLING with BHOA.  It should be SIMPLE. I just did a test with a friend.  He was in as a viewer, but I could not promote him to participant.  Under his gear icon the only option was to eject him.  What am I doing wrong

*The following event(s) happening today, Wednesday, 21 Jan, the 21st day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 344...

*The following event(s) happening today, Wednesday, 21 Jan, the 21st day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 344 days remaining in the year.*

Starting in 5 minutes

Starting in 5 minutes

Originally shared by Michael Daniels

At the request of a few folks we are going to show this week some of the reasons to use a Profile vs a Page.  Really why you might want to use one vs the other.
Also, we will talk about Google + Communities.  And how they work and what their benefit can be.

As always with all User2User Events it is about YOU.  We would love to have you present to add to the subject.  We are not Experts just giving ideas, concepts and practical uses, so please come join us to give your insight.
events/cu2tf12ncekag3elt9mnm24ak94

The following event(s) happening today, Tuesday, 20 Jan, the 20th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 345 days...

The following event(s) happening today, Tuesday, 20 Jan, the 20th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 345 days remaining in the year.

Great time was had by all!

Great time was had by all!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGcT6li2KRY

A few in the community have asked to know a little about Profiles vs Pages and how to use communities.

A few in the community have asked to know a little about Profiles vs Pages and how to use communities.
So we are doing a hangout for all of you to come participate and add your 2 cents!  As well as ask your questions.

Originally shared by Michael Daniels

At the request of a few folks we are going to show this week some of the reasons to use a Profile vs a Page.  Really why you might want to use one vs the other.
Also, we will talk about Google + Communities.  And how they work and what their benefit can be.

As always with all User2User Events it is about YOU.  We would love to have you present to add to the subject.  We are not Experts just giving ideas, concepts and practical uses, so please come join us to give your insight.
events/cu2tf12ncekag3elt9mnm24ak94

At the request of a few folks we are going to show this week some of the reasons to use a Profile vs a Page.

Originally shared by Michael Daniels

At the request of a few folks we are going to show this week some of the reasons to use a Profile vs a Page.  Really why you might want to use one vs the other.
Also, we will talk about Google + Communities.  And how they work and what their benefit can be.

As always with all User2User Events it is about YOU.  We would love to have you present to add to the subject.  We are not Experts just giving ideas, concepts and practical uses, so please come join us to give your insight.
events/cu2tf12ncekag3elt9mnm24ak94

Hi All

Hi All,

I am an English teacher in a bilingual school in Bangkok. I have had the google bug, starting with google forms and flubaroo script since the beginning of google drive, and ever since the beginning of google domains GAFE I am a full blown enthusiast who just doesn't see around using technology on a daily basis in the classroom.

I have attended the appsenvent.com gafesummit in Bangkok 2014, and am very lucky to be able to present on the EdTech Summit on which I intend to go LIVE with HOA with my session on Hangouts. 
Your support would be sincerely appreciated.

I am also spearheading the German efforts in GEG Deutschland.
Anybody speaking German here? Cheers for reading.

This video clearly demonstrates that when you add a camera the built-in mike overrides the headset as the default...

This video clearly demonstrates that when you add a camera the built-in mike overrides the headset as the default audio device. Unfortunately the builtin mike is of a lower quality.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHolP8IDaWc

Last test of the evening

Last test of the evening
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoIDrkPEYVY

Well - seems more testing needs to be done.

Well - seems more testing needs to be done.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrMLn84Ppfk

Test of 3rd camera on Chromebox.

Test of 3rd camera on Chromebox.

When this arrived the afternoon, I just HAD to put the chromebox back together to test it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQub1AVOfK0

Welcome Dave Hudson! You are our 335th member.

Welcome Dave Hudson! You are our 335th member.

JUST FYI...

JUST FYI...
I will be without Net access from this posting until early Sunday evening as I will be moving and reconnecting all my computer systems.

I created a Community from my Profile but i wanted to create the Community from our Page... how can i change this?

I created a Community from my Profile but i wanted to create the Community from our Page... how can i change this?

And how do I add moderators to the Community and add Managers to the Page? Patty Burgess Brecht 

Thank you very very much :)

Is the link to our HOA different every week or can we create a static link that can be used repeatedly in promo...

Is the link to our HOA different every week or can we create a static link that can be used repeatedly in promo materials?

Or do we direct them to our page?
Patty Burgess Brecht

This may be of interest to members of the community.

This may be of interest to members of the  community.

Originally shared by Scott Greenstone

Inbox by Gmail: Schedule Your Emails

Great lighting article. H/T to Jeff Sieh

Great lighting article. H/T to Jeff Sieh 
http://wistia.com/content/lighting-on-the-fly

JUST A REMINDER...Today at Noon Eastern

JUST A REMINDER...Today at Noon Eastern
https://business-hangouts.com/office-hours/
https://business-hangouts.com/office-hours

The following event(s) happening today, Friday, 16 Jan, the 16th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 349 days...

The following event(s) happening today, Friday, 16 Jan, the 16th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 349 days remaining in the year.

I am starting a HOA with a co-host and a community page was recommended.

I am starting a HOA with a co-host and a community page was recommended... do we also need a business page from which to host the HOA or can HOAs be hosted from community pages?

Andrew Hatchett If i post something to my circles, and xyz circle, does the person get it twice?

Andrew Hatchett  If i post something to my circles, and xyz circle, does the person get it twice?  Or if they are in more than one circle and I send it to both circles, do they get it twice?

And where do the posts to the public go?
Thanks!

Hi Andrew Hatchett I am here to become more knowledgeable about this wonderful 'new to me' platform.

Hi Andrew Hatchett  I am here to become more knowledgeable about this wonderful 'new to me' platform.  I've been a guest on a few HOAs and will begin co-hosting a weekly HOA on the 29th.  While I navigate this new territory, my hope is to find support - which has been phenomenal on G+ - and to have a few 'goto's when i have questions :)

Learn the basic operations involved in creating a banner for your HOA and a lower third using the free version PIXLR.

Originally shared by John Jurkiewicz

Learn the basic operations involved in creating a banner for your HOA and a lower third using the free version PIXLR.com, a internet based, graphic design program.

Sure to be of interest to the community

Sure to be of interest to the community

Originally shared by Ronnie Bincer

Hangouts on Air Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid
This is part of the free training offered as part of the New Hangout Training site located at http://AllAboutHangouts.com - The site includes Free and Paid training to take you from Hangouts Basics to Total Hangout Confidence.

Watch a fast paced video count-down the top 10 mistakes most people make when using Google's Hangouts on Air (HOA) broadcasting tool. We not only tell you the common mistakes made, we help you understand how to avoid them.

Visit the hangout training site via the link below, watch the free training video and share the goodness with others you know could benefit.
http://allabouthangouts.com/hangouts-on-air-top-10-mistakes/

While you're there, check out what the site has to offer and see if you're ready to learn even more via the 9 complete training modules with videos, study guides & more.
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#HOAtips   #HangoutsOnAir   #HangoutsTraining   #FreeHangoutsTraining  
http://allabouthangouts.com/hangouts-on-air-top-10-mistakes

Quick and Easy Branding!

Quick and Easy Branding!

Originally shared by Michael Daniels

New feature from the Business Hangouts folks

The message says it all...

Do not go to this.

Originally shared by Michael Daniels

Do not go to this.
We are testing and you do not need to reply!!

I will be starting things of in about 30 minutes

I will be starting things of in about 30 minutes
7:30pm Eastern

Want to talk Anything Hangouts?  Come join us!

Originally shared by Michael Daniels

If you are brand new to hangouts we are having a session on Hangouts to learn a little bit.  It is totally non-structured learning so ask whatever question you want.
All we have on the agenda is to give you a brief understanding of all the buttons you see in the hangout.  Not great detail, just an overview.

Intro time? Ok! ;).

Intro time? Ok! ;).
I've been part of G+ from early on. Have done more hangouts I can remember but always trying to learn more and already have just on the few reading I did here.
I'm a board game geek. A home Brewer and IT for a living. I'm one of the co-founders of Craft Beer Nation with Matthew Miller Charles Dunkley  and a few others. CBN was one of G+ first communities. I also do all the graphic for our hangouts and community events. We host the longest regular scheduled Google+ Hangout that started before community exists and now we have about 3 regular hangouts a week preaching about Craft Beer. G+ plus gave us an opportunity to meet some of the Rock Stars of the beer world via our Pints and Quarts show. Our community is not very big with only about 16000 member but with a large participation.
I hope to learn as much as can from you guys and share what I know if I can. It's always great to meet other people with same interest an passion I have.

In accordance with the pinned "rules" of the community, I will make an intro post here.

In accordance with the pinned "rules" of the community, I will make an intro post here. 

I joined the community to comment on a post that a personal friend, Gil Melo, tagged me into.

Gil and I are co-founders of Craft Beer Nation. Our group is composed of 20+ contributors, and together we host 2-3 HoA's per week relating to the craft beer industry. We have a small following, but we do it for the fun of it. Our news/interview show, Pints and Quarts, is big enough now that we are booking craft brewery CEOs as guests. What fun!

I am a SysAdmin by day, and an experienced Hangout host by night. I can offer some tips, but am looking forward to learning more from the rest of the community (a cursory look at the first 10 posts here have already taught me a few things). 

Because of the flexible day job, I can participate in test hangouts more often than not. I will keep this community on "notification" to try and be aware of those needs.

A quick question: Is there a way to integrate music into and HOA as an opening or closing?

The following event(s) happening today, Wednesday, 14 Jan, the 14th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 352...

The following event(s) happening today, Wednesday, 14 Jan, the 14th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 352 days remaining in the year.

Sorry I missed the hangout today.

Sorry I missed the hangout today. I have a question. I'd like to convert my blog readers to join me on my Google+ page. What information do I need to share with them to get them started?

Aprox. 30 minutes doing some BHOA stuff

Aprox. 30 minutes doing some BHOA stuff
Come get your learn on!
Click here to register and come in!
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTcxNDl8MzUzMzU=
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTcxNDl8MzUzMzU

So, I'm in side the Business HAngouts but can not find the START button. Current status is "OFF AIR". HElp?

BHOA practice tonight 9pm!

A supergreat tip from Stephan Hovnanian !

A supergreat tip from Stephan Hovnanian !

Originally shared by Stephan Hovnanian

[TIP] Set a cover photo caption for lead-gen and keyword optimization
This video just broke the 1,000 views mark, which is huge for me, thanks everybody who has watched and learned from it!

The premise here is simple: you can add caption text to your cover photo, which makes links clickable. Do this to help discovery via Google Image search, and also as a way to drive leads when someone clicks on your cover photo (or if you instruct them to).

#googleplus   #googleplustips  
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CrC7DZ8ZxDQ&feature=share

Neat Article!

Neat Article!
http://sallyember.com/2015/01/05/12-tips-on-how-not-to-host-a-30-minute-podcast-radio-show-or-googleyoutube-hoa/

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

For those new to Google+ who want to learn about Hangouts and Hangouts On Air, this is the ideal product. Clear, concise, and structured to allow learning at your own pace. I highly recommend it!

Originally shared by Ronnie Bincer

The Ultimate Hangouts Training Product... Just released
We all know the power of Hangouts and Hangouts on Air. Nothing quite matches the ability these tools offer for building relationships and communicating our message. Now you can easily get the hangout training you need at a very affordable price!

But you know you’ve seen it - Hangouts on Air broadcasts that are so poorly done that you are embarrassed for the people involved. Sometimes people just go for it regardless of how it might damage their reputation and the HOA tool fights back! If you don’t know how to use the tools, then they become the focus instead of the vehicle for delivering your message.

Finally, you can get the Hangout Training You Need
Now you can get the foundational training you need in a structured program on your own schedule. Nine complete training modules including videos and study guides walk you through the materials at your own pace - on your own schedule. We take you from Hangout Basics to Total Hangout Confidence!

Hangouts Training Product Created by a Name You Trust
Not only is the AllAboutHangouts training product backed by a 30-day money back guarantee, it is crafted and created by The Hangout Helper, Ronnie Bincer. My background in Software Training and Video SEO makes me uniquely qualified to create the training you need. Since May of 2012 I’ve been training others to master hangouts 1 on 1 or in public & private forums.

The Short Story Behind the Product
This product was birthed from my clients’ needs. I’ve taken the most common hangouts concerns and needs and built the training to address them.

People need an accurate, no hype way to learn how to make the Hangout toolset work properly for them. People have been wanting an up-to-date guide on how to best create Hangouts and HOAs. The format we have chosen allows us to make updates to the training materials on a regular basis so it will updated as hangouts change - and change they do!

Product Launch Special Pricing $100-off, Here's the Link:
http://AllAboutHangouts.com/Launch-Special
We’re offering a special price for you during the launch period so take advantage of it now and tell others where to get the hangout training they need.

Look through the Product Tour and you’ll see video snippets of each module so you’ll know what you’ll be getting. Take a look around, get the product and start down your path to Hangout Confidence. The price is right and the no-risk guarantee makes it easy.

Training You for Hangout Success
If you’ve seen any of my training materials and posts about hangouts you know that accuracy and quality are included. Learn what you need to know today so the HOAs you do tomorrow will make you proud.

Please help spread the word about this labor of love. Thanks!
=== ===
#HangoutsTrainingProduct   #HangoutsTraining   #HangoutsOnAir
http://AllAboutHangouts.com/Launch-Special

The following event(s) happening today, Tuesday, 13 Jan, the 13th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 352 days...

The following event(s) happening today, Tuesday, 13 Jan, the 13th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 352 days remaining in the year.

In addition to those pictured below, there is an additional event.
https://plus.google.com/u/0/+MichaelDaniels/posts/hhyYhwkuEyE

Wednesday 1/14/2015 we will have a beginners hangout.

Wednesday 1/14/2015 we will have a beginners hangout.
This being done in a Scheduled Hangout On Air Event (SHOAE)

Feel free to come in and ask any questions you want.  Very informal, we want to just show you briefly what the buttons do in a hangout.geg

Here is the link to the Event:
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cndg3gms8s5iugarf0apsl7b658
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cndg3gms8s5iugarf0apsl7b658

Tomorrow (Tuesday 1/13/2015) doing a BEGINNERS look at Business hangouts.

Tomorrow (Tuesday 1/13/2015) doing a BEGINNERS look at Business hangouts.
This is being done in a business hangout.  If you would like to join, click this meeting link:
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTcxNDl8MzUzMzU=

You don't have to register.  Just click the link.


NOTE: if you want to register, you can.  This gives you an email that then allows you to add this event to your Google Calendar. Click here to register:
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=MTcxNDl8MzUzMzU=

The ONLY reason to register in this case is to have the ability to add this event to your calendar!
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTcxNDl8MzUzMzU

I have scheduled my first BHOA for Thursday evening.

I have scheduled my first BHOA for Thursday evening. I am starting out with the free version for a small group. I find that several features are not available for the free version, for instance I cannot seem to make it a private recording. So do I just leave it as public and then edit through You Tube afterwards to make it private?

The following event(s) happening today, Monday, 12 Jan, the 12th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 353 days...

The following event(s) happening today, Monday, 12 Jan, the 12th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 353 days remaining in the year.

A discussion of several changes that have been recently announced that will affect members of this community

Originally shared by Andrew Hatchett

A discussion of several changes that have been recently announced that will affect members of this community

For those of you who missed the Business-Hangouts Office Hours ...

For those of you who missed the Business-Hangouts Office Hours ...

The following changes were announced (approximate video times shown)

22:15 New Changes for non-Google Apps accounts
26:34 Support for IE 11
28:09 Tech support link inside BHO interface
28:53 Mobile support improved and cleaned up
29:30 Google Apps Admin improvement
30:48 Upper Right quadrant change
31:28 Custom YouTube Player Video Quality (320,640,HD) added
32:29 Customization of e-mail made MUCH Easier.
33:43 Standardized Lower Third can be assigned to participants by host!
41:00 Add Banner to Account as default banner (replaces Default Business Hngout Banner of paid accounts).
43:05 Numbers of attendees added to view button on manage page.
45:00 Plan change notification feature
45:50 Short term webcast plan change now available.

More Chromebox testing.

More Chromebox testing.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=454tCQnwlZs

Just a reminder...Business-Hangouts Office Hours starts in about 25 minutes

Just a reminder...Business-Hangouts Office Hours starts in about 25 minutes
https://business-hangouts.com/office-hours/

The following event(s) happening today, Friday, 9 Jan, the 9th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 356 days...

The following event(s) happening today, Friday, 9 Jan, the 9th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 356 days remaining in the year.

As promised... Powered Hubs/Multiple Cameras Video.

As promised... Powered Hubs/Multiple Cameras Video.
If you have questions just ask :)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UI4jgoW_4a0

Hi Everybody, Thank you to all of you who have so generously offered to help me run through a practice hangout this...

Hi Everybody, Thank you to all of you who have so generously offered to help me run through a practice hangout this evening at 8 p.m. Eastern. I opened an account with Business Hangouts and I initiated the steps to run a hangout. Here is the registration link for the hangout: http://goo.gl/GZmMb9
And below is the meeting link: https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=MTY5NTR8MzQ5MTk=

Please direct me to how I can send the proper links to you individually.
https://plus.google.com/hangouts/_/gvj5sbvv6u4zx2vf7pqpvfxh7aa

Powered USB Hub-4 cameras on one computer? YES!

Powered USB Hub-4 cameras on one computer?  YES!

I have two attached to my chromebox now and will add a powered USB hub that will allow two more to get different angles :)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-HOszNtf5Y

I have a question on screen sharing.

I have a question on screen sharing. I used the tool in an HOA I did yesterday and on my screen the slides I used progressed along with the narrative. Everything appeared to be fine. Participants commented that while the audio portion was great the slide share stayed on the initial slide and never moved. I watched the YouTube replay and it only showed the initial screen. What did I do wrong? I've never had this problem in the past.

CLICK IMAGE

CLICK IMAGE

An interesting development concerning Chromebooks

An interesting development concerning Chromebooks

Originally shared by Chris Robato

First education and now the corporate world.  The thin client idea is ripe for institutions.  
http://www.theage.com.au/it-pro/business-it/google-enters-call-centre-business-with-avayaequipped-chromebooks-20150105-12g46e.html

The latest on the Open Broadcast System

The latest on the Open Broadcast System

Originally shared by Terry Leigh Britton

Here is a playlist of helpful OBS videos I and others have made
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLADO0ZcWBBb62Fn-ExV1PwiAliCA-j7Rw
Note: since the removal of the Desktop Audio option allowing inputs to be used (rather than the default outputs) one will have to adjust by using the microphone inputs with Voicemeeter, for instance. Voicemeeter can also be the output for Desktop audio by using a virtual cable as an A1 or A2 output. Let me know if you spot other issues with these, made several months ago.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLADO0ZcWBBb62Fn-ExV1PwiAliCA-j7Rw

*The following event(s) happening today, Thursday, 8 Jan, the 8th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 357 days...

*The following event(s) happening today, Thursday, 8 Jan, the 8th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 357 days remaining in the year.*

For the community a tip for all

For the community a tip for all

Originally shared by Michael Daniels

*If you can't see ANY hangouts, * it may be Safety Mode in YouTube.
Watch as I explain and hopefully help.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nV5QGVVlIH0

The link had to be changed

The link had to be changed

Originally shared by DearMYRTLE

WACKY WEDNESDAY: How does Ol' Myrt make those  promo graphics? HERE is where all may VIEW and COMMENT during tonight's HOA. We start in about an hour as follows:

9pm Eastern (New York)
8pm Central (Chicago)
7pm Mountain (Denver, Salt Lake City)
6pm Pacific (Los Angeles)
UTC-7 hours

If you need a time zone converter, this is the one Ol' Myrt uses:
http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzb6Y4UNLQo

Another take on HOA Graphics from DearMYRTLE!

Another take on HOA Graphics from DearMYRTLE!

Originally shared by Pat Richley-Erickson

WACKY WEDNESDAY: How does Ol' Myrt design those promo graphics? Tonight's session will be very interactive as we share ideas for getting the message out to the world is an intriguing way.
http://blog.dearmyrtle.com/2015/01/wacky-wednesday-how-does-ol-myrt-make.html

U2U TOP 10 VIDEOS OF 2014!

U2U TOP 10 VIDEOS OF 2014!

Interested in HOA graphics?

Interested in HOA graphics?

Heather Kraafter shows how to create a custom overlay or Lower Third.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYEuke3OTxs

Join our celebration

Originally shared by Andrew Hatchett

Join our celebration

The following event(s) happening today, Wednesday, 7 Jan, the 7th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 358 days...

The following event(s) happening today, Wednesday, 7 Jan, the 7th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 358 days remaining in the year.

Welcome Andy Kennedy! You are our 330th member!

Welcome Andy Kennedy! You are our 330th member!

Hello

Hello,

It was suggested that I post on User2User to learn about google+ communities that help promote our talk show. Thanks!

How can I remove myself as a subscriber from a G+ community I no longer wish to populate?

Hi Everyone, I'm very eager to launch my Bingebusters group and I think that the best way to do that is by using HOA.

Hi Everyone, I'm very eager to launch my Bingebusters group and I think that the best way to do that is by using HOA. I'd love your help in getting me set up with a practice HOA. Does anyone have any time Thursday evening at 8:00 p.m. Eastern?

The following event(s) happening today, Tuesday, 6 Jan, the 6th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 359 days...

The following event(s) happening today, Tuesday, 6 Jan, the 6th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 359 days remaining in the year.

*I know that some members are interested in genealogy.

*I know that some members are interested in genealogy. Two of our favorite people Pat Richley-Erickson and Russ Worthington are beginning a new "Beginning Genealogy" series. I'll be trying to attend live - care to join me?

Originally shared by DearMYRTLE

Beginning Genealogy Study Group begins Wed, 7 January 2015
It's an empowering 20-week genealogy class, using online syllabus materials, with sample documents from each record group discussed.

Noon Eastern US (New York)
11am Central US (Chicago)
10am Mountain US (Denver, Salt Lake City)
9am Pacific US (Los Angeles)

If you need a time zone converter, here's one DearMYRTLE recommends:
http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html

Post COMMENTS before, during and after the Hangout on Air here:
http://bit.ly/MyrtsNext

We open the "green room" 15 minutes early if you'd like to test out your microphone and webcam. Consider JOINing the panel when we "scramble" to mix up the conversation a bit with new panelists.

Just a reminder that Sandra VanSickle is hosting a BHOA practice session tonight at 7PM Eastern.

Just a reminder that Sandra VanSickle is hosting a BHOA practice session tonight at 7PM Eastern... here is the link to register:
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=MTY2ODF8MzQxOTU=
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=MTY2ODF8MzQxOTU

The following event(s) happening today, Monday, 5 Jan, the 5th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 360 days...

The following event(s) happening today, Monday, 5 Jan, the 5th day of 2015 may be of interest; there are 360 days remaining in the year.

Weekly Summary of Member Hosted Events for week of 4 Jan 2015.

Weekly Summary of Member Hosted Events for week of 4 Jan 2015.
[For informational purposes only. Comments have been disabled.]

===MONDAY===
Mondays with Myrt - 5 Jan 2015
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cp59vn2upt6vtqp19vd5bjtl4pg

#gsguides - Images done right - What's the difference? png? jpeg? gif?
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/c4c0t4u26lscvmr6esh5fkh2v3k

Peeragogy Production Meeting
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cje6irvcr7jaq3tvjr69bto3koc

HeartMonics in Business: Inspirational Business Women Show
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/ccs5sqterod90koa5v15mm06c9s


===TUESDAY===
#holyshiftshow 9 - CHI, Change & CHEESE
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cel8dsbrjp2dtled7c7gciv0tt4

G+ HOA: User2User-LIVE!'s 1st Anniversary Party! 6 Jan 2015
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cvipu6k9ced8k3537kvdjsbk4eo

Tuesday Ten with CadChica Sports
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/c77hhd74a13jppk2hk1mdbbdal4

Own Your Excuses
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/c7t17qg5r8v2baumgr8jh79rpck


===WEDNESDAY===
CHANGES Episode 17, host, Sally Ember, Ed.D., and guest, Wendy van Camp
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cs3reovico2nqpvctdv1ikgqevg

20150107 New Member Hangout Mastery Q&A session
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cq71elhmg934vphpislfvefmvt8

Divorce Support- 3 Things you Silently Teach your Children as you Grieve after Divorce
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/c07asu8tftl84930slquih6te70


===THURSDAY===
"How Do You Answer These 100+ Questions About Your 2015 Small Business?"
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cp0uecv1s95s97vrun67rl21cqk

BlogPaws Live 365:20 - [Do-over] PoundWishes: How a Young Girl is Paying it Forward for Pets
https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cmlf7fcta5blh42u1ts5f5u56ls


===FRIDAY===

+Andrew Hatchett or I just posted a "help question" under General Discussion to try and get some help on Youtube video editing. Is this the best place to post that?

Andrew Hatchett I just posted a "help question" under General Discussion to try and get some help on Youtube video...

Andrew Hatchett I just posted a "help question" under General Discussion to try and get some help on Youtube video editing. Is this the best place to post that?

Help with Youtube video editing.

Help with Youtube video editing.
I'm trying to add an already formatted png or jepeg to the end of my video.
I've typically gone to Upload > video editor > drag video into the timeline > then go to "camera" to upload slide with ending credits.
Is this correct?
Does it create a new URL when I create a new video?
It worked 2 weeks ago but apparently doesn't work now.

Or, do I add it under edit where I add my annotations?

JUST A REMINDER FOR MEMBERS:

JUST A REMINDER FOR MEMBERS:

If you are hosting a public HOA or appearing as a panelist on one and you want it mentioned in the weekly summary; be sure to send me an invitation by 11:59PM tonight.

Mark Crosling is a member of our community and a *VERY knowledgeable fellow.*

Mark Crosling is a member of our community and a *VERY knowledgeable fellow.*

Originally shared by martin shervington

A very special Featured Member Friday!
We are going to be bringing this series to an elegant close with...
Top chap Mark Crosling!

Thank you to Teodora Petkova for all she has done to launch and keep the series flowing. 
Soon we will have something new and cool for you on Fridays.
In the meantime, check out Mark's “ah ha!” moment. Very powerful indeed!

#featuredmemberfriday   #pybacademy  
http://www.plusyourbusiness.com/pyb-academy-featured-member-interview-mark-crosling/

A member hosted HOA

A member hosted HOA

Originally shared by StudioBrule

2014 was a busy year for those concerned about equality and gender issues around the world. Join us for a panel discussion on the major events affecting equality for everyone.  Panellists include:

USA           Paul Elam, Founder of "A Voice for Men" (AVfM)
Canada    Janice Fiamengo, professor, University of Ottawa
UK             Erin Pizzey, author and founder of the Women's
                  Refuge/Shelter movement
Israel         Gil Ronen, Journalist
Brazil         Aldir Gracindo, AVfM Brazil
India          Anil Kumar, founder of www.saveindianfamily.org
                   and news director for AVfM India
 
events/ci3gculf1psmd903q64u23142bg

I will be hosting a BHOA Monday January 5th at 7pm Eastern Standard Time

I will be hosting a BHOA Monday January 5th at 7pm Eastern Standard Time
Andrea Amador and I had a practice session today, and encountered a few glitches. Please feel free to join us.
http://goo.gl/QvWB9b
Andrew Hatchett , I hope this is the correct place to post this.
http://goo.gl/QvWB9b

Hi All, Andrea and I are doing some testing, click this link to join in.

Hi All, Andrea and I are doing some testing, click this link to join in.
http://goo.gl/kIAvyf

Andrea Amador, Andrew Hatchett, and anyone else, I would like to test my Padcaster out this afternoon around 3 or...

Andrea Amador, Andrew Hatchett, and anyone else, I would like to test my Padcaster out this afternoon around 3 or 3:30 EST if anyone is game. I would have to ask someone to start the HOA for me. I want to take it outside, and test it using LTE versus wifi.

Sure to be of interest to members of the community. Tim Schmoyer is to video as Ronnie Bincer is to Hoas.

Sure to be of interest to members of the community. Tim Schmoyer is to video as Ronnie Bincer is to Hoas.
;)

Originally shared by Tubular Insights

FREE Master YouTube Annotations Training Course from ReelSEO! http://rseo.co/1760QDo
YouTube's video annotations really are one of the most effective video SEO tools available. We have put together the best in-depth training course to show you how to use annotations to increase subscribers, build engagement, and even link off-site to your own website or merchant or crowd-funding account.

By The Numbers

By The Numbers

In 2014 the HOAs held in the User2User Room on the Business-Hangouts App accounted for:

Unique Visits: 3588
Unique Visitors: 124

The above figures do not include numbers from other BHOA rooms (I have 13 more to analyze) or numbers from HOAs hosted on the G+ platform (I know of no way to get those numbers without 3rd party apps).

Based on the above I believe we can term theUser2User-LIVE! Community a true success.

My Thanks to each and every one of you!

Happy New Year to all my hangout buddies. I'm here for you to help test out your HoA.

There are no scheduled events happening today, Thursday, 1 Jan, the 1st day of 2015; there are 364 days remaining in...

There are no scheduled events happening today, Thursday, 1 Jan, the 1st day of 2015; there are 364 days remaining in the year.