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?

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
=== ===
#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.

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.

HI All, I am testing my BHOA tonight at 6 PM EST

HI All, I am testing my BHOA tonight at 6 PM EST
I would love it if any of you could join in.
thank you!!
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=MTAxNzd8MTg0MDM=
https://business-hangouts.com/register.php?m=MTAxNzd8MTg0MDM

Someone stole Michael Daniels wig!!!

Someone stole Michael Daniels wig!!!

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1374032983699&set=a.1503532981118.75995.1018039203&type=1
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1374032983699&set=a.1503532981118.75995.1018039203&type=1

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??????

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 .

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.

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
=== ===
#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.

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.

Andrew Hatchett I created my BHOA, I also created an event and tried to post it here.

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

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.

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/

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

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.

hey, I want an opinion about business HOA vs regular HOA for what my plans are.

hey, I want an opinion about business HOA vs regular HOA for what my plans are.  I definitely want to learn and use business HOA.  I will need help. PLEASE.

I'd like to test my setup for screensharing a .

I'd like to test my setup for screensharing a .ppt during an HOA.  If anyone's available to help me for about 20 minutes, let me know when you'll be around. I'm going to try to get this done by Wednesday.

Michael Daniels Andrew Hatchett We found out what was wrong with Jim's Google Hangout last night, where he could...

Michael Daniels Andrew Hatchett  We found out what was wrong with Jim's Google Hangout last night, where he could not come into the U2U talk last night.  It was some malware our computer guys put on there after they did all that work to clean up his computer.  All is well now

Here is a public post I made.

Here is a public post I made.
I wanted to share with this community as well.

Originally shared by Michael Daniels

People ask "what is the best setup for my Hangout?" so....
I thought this was worthy of a great re-share
+Dan McDermott does a weekly show Friday nights.
He had a special guest +chee chew head person over hangouts.
He has some interesting facts i wanted to share:

13:25 Oleg asks what is the best setup for HOA's
14:59 Chee talks about Latency
15:18 Mention of "ping" time, the lower the better
15:50 A ping of 20 is decent
16:00 Chee talks about important lighting.
http://youtu.be/LhZ-OxqqiKQ?t=14m23s

The following events, happening today, Thursday, July 31, the 212th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...

The following events, happening today, Thursday, July 31, the 212th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 153 days remaining in the year.

Fantastic news! Sure to be of interest to members of they community.

Fantastic news! Sure to be of interest to members of they community.

Originally shared by Darius Lahoutifard

Great News!
Google+ no longer a requirement for Business Hangouts

#Hangouts    #hangoutsonair    #businesshangouts    #BHOEvents  

https://business-hangouts.com/google-no-more-required-for-business-hangouts/
https://business-hangouts.com/google-no-more-required-for-business-hangouts

chatting tonight in User2user

chatting tonight in User2user 
Just talking about whatever!
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTMyNHwxNjU1Ng==
https://business-hangouts.com/join.php?m=OTMyNHwxNjU1Ng

Those interested in the use of multiple cameras will be interested in the info provided by John Brown

Those interested in the use of multiple cameras will be interested in the info provided by John Brown 

Originally shared by John Brown

Another Hawaii Tech Tuesday live event but for the first time, we steamed it at 1080 via You Tube Live Event, using OBS software to mix three video sources locally and upload to you tube using only 1 machine.  A few glitches but overall we are pleased with the capability.  We used an AverMedia Broadcaster HD to capture VGA video from a pass through connection on the projector in the room.  Our primary (presenter) video was via USB utilizing a Logitech C920.  The in-room Q&A camera was a Canon HV20 video camera capturing images at 1080i which connected to the single host PC via USB3 where an AverMedia ExtremeCap u3 external video capture device completed the video inputs.  Audio captured through our Mackie ProFX 8 mixer which was selected as a mic source within OBS.
Now that we've reduced the number of machines from 3 to 1, our 5 mbps uplink is more than sufficient.  OBS wasn't breathing hard at all.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRWLNq46ZxM&list=PLEIkq8LUuNWjhImMZOEFIkRBChowGs5r_

*The following events, happening today, Wednesday, July 30, the 211th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of...

*The following events, happening today, Wednesday, July 30, the 211th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 154 days remaining in the year.*

are the communities or pages with sponsors using the HOA setup where we can't see the comments so they can show ads?

are the communities or pages with sponsors using the HOA setup where we can't see the comments so they can show ads?  I don't like that!

This will obviously be of interest to several members of the community!

This will obviously be of interest to several members of the community!

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

Just stumbled across this which may interest some people.

Just stumbled across this which may interest some people.

Originally shared by Marc Zwygart

Jumping straight to #1 with Hangout Publisher Commando!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-oQs-B3_lw

Are all of you using podcasting mics of some sort? Any suggestions?

I've got another question: Any suggestions if I want to do a HOA with another person and we are both in the same...

I've got another question: Any suggestions if I want to do a HOA with another person and we are both in the same location.

I did a test HOA (using webinarjam) and noticed that it seemed someone had watched.

I did a test HOA (using webinarjam) and noticed that it seemed someone had watched. I only shared the link with two other people. How do I make sure the HOA is private?

Is it possible for someone with an Ipad to log into a HOA (especially with Webinarjam) and be a co-presenter?

My iMac is in the shop getting a new logic board.

My iMac is in the shop getting a new logic board. I will be without it for 3 to 5 days! In the meantime, I'm using my MacBook AIR. I purchased an ethernet adapter so that I can host HOAs using a hardwire, but I can't get it to work.  The adapter is lighted (i.e., it appears to be ON), and I have the ethernet cable plugged into it, but no internet connection.

Does anyone have any suggestions?  I'm on a good strong wifi, but it's recommended to be on a hardwire when hosting an HOA and I don't want to risk messing it up.

Anyone have a few minutes to be part of the panel in the private HOA event that is scheduled to start today at 11 am...

Anyone have a few minutes to be part of the panel in the private HOA event that is scheduled to start today at 11 am eastern?

Eleven O'clock HOA Practice
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jvf3DyILcn0

I just want to say thanks again for this community.

I just want to say thanks again for this community.  
You guys are awesome!

Just in case you missed it!

Just in case you missed it!
Those who use Comment Tracker will be interested in this announcement

Originally shared by Comment Tracker

Everything new and shiny

After having the new version tested by a beta group (thanks to all of you!) I felt the new version was ready enough to publish to all.

You will find the new version using the URLs you are already used to.

Stand-alone version: http://www.allmyplus.com/comment-tracker/app.html
Hangout app: http://goo.gl/YBEkCM

If you should run into problems with the new versions, the old versions are still available as well:

Old stand-alone version: http://www.allmyplus.com/comment-tracker/app_v1.html
Old Hangout app: http://goo.gl/yUjjmt

The attached Google Doc should include all the important infos about features in the new version:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KF_cS_h5zhisfxGOU_EbwLlNUnWKvygT0_yj5RvYq0Y/edit

Feel free to ask questions and provide feedback :)

For those who may not have seen it...

For those who may not have seen it...

Originally shared by Stephan Hovnanian

Question: How do YOU prefer your Hangouts on Air replays?
Please indicate your preference in this quick, one-question survey that will help those of us who host Hangouts on Air (HOA) shows give you a better experience after the event. If you miss the live show, what replay format will give you the most value personally to consume what was covered in the discussion? 

Not much else to ask here, other than to spread the word. Thanks!

(Can't view the embedded form? Go here: http://goo.gl/47Q4kN)

#survey   #hangoutsonair   #blogging   #podcasting   #contentmarketing  

PS - current results are available after you submit your response for the curious types, and I will be publishing the final results in a couple weeks.

Hi everyone!

Hi everyone!

I'm Ammon Johns, from the South coast of the UK.  

I have been a full-time Internet Marketing Consultant since 1997 (in 1996 I was part-time at that specific role, as I was still transitioning from a previous web design business). 

I work with clients of all shapes and sizes, from multinational corporate clients right on down to individual entrepreneurs and people who want one-to-one coaching.

I co-run and co-host one main hangout venture each week: #isoosichat  which is a business-oriented discussion show looking at all things marketing.  We have been lucky enough to gain the support of some fantastic guests, and an amazingly passionate, engaged audience.

I'm an occassional guest on many other hangouts, and a regular on #EpicInfluencers  as a comment wrangler

Welcome Ammon Johns, you are our 275th member!

Welcome Ammon Johns, you are our 275th member!

The following events, happening today, Monday, July 28, the 209th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the...

The following events, happening today, Monday, July 28, the 209th day of 2014, may be of interest to members of the community. There are 156 days remaining in the year.

I have a question about Community based HOAs.

I have a question about Community based HOAs.  I watched Heather Kraafter and Andrew Hatchett step by step 4 times yesterday thinking I may have missed something.

Here's my question...

When you set up the event within your community, it defaults to the all of the members of your community but you are also supposed to add the public to that event as well, right?   I have tried to add public but the event does not let me make changes to add "public" or anyone else for that matter.

Is there a setting somewhere that needs to be modified to all the public to be added to this event?

Thx in advance.

This may be of interest for those running international communities, etc.

This may be of interest for those running international communities, etc.

Originally shared by Joshua Berg

Google Announces All New Translate Community

Google has finally introduced a system to harness the omnipotent power of crowd sourcing. I kinda think it's taken long enough & they've made some attempts to get feedback on translation in the past, but not at this level. I personally think if properly implemented, this could help the translation algorithms to grow rapidly. What do you think?


Translate Community: Help us improve Google Translate!

Google Translate helps billions of people communicate and learn new languages, but it could always use a little help. Luckily, there are a lot of multi-lingual people around the world who have offered to pitch in.  We’ve just launched a new Translate Community where language enthusiasts can help us improve translation quality for the 80 languages we support, as well as help us in launching new languages.   goo.gl/h1zb8b


#GoogleTranslate #Translation #TechNews