Why Should You Do A Google+ Hangout? (Summary) #SocialCafe 2.14
#SocialCafe Chat Topic: Why Should You Do A Google+ Hangout?
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- What are your thoughts on G+ Hangouts? Experiences?
Google+ Hangouts can definitely be a lot of fun and there are many who are participating and hosting them, like Mamavation TV and, of course, Social Web Cafe TV.
@theblogworkshop A1: I love G+ hangouts! I attend #mamavation hangouts and they are super fun #tbw #socialcafe— Lydia R (@lydsrich) April 3, 2013 | A1: I think G+Hangouts can be a very good way to connect people, and discuss a topic as a group. Love to watch hangouts #socialcafe— Marisa Anderson (@moppetmissy) April 3, 2013 |
- What are some unique ways you have seen Hangouts used?
The sky is the limit on options and ways to use Google+ Hangouts. Da Vinci also shares some of these in tonight's episode of Social Web Cafe TV.
A2 Roundtables, Reality Web TV, Presentations, Interviews, and hang-out/chat sessions #SocialCafe #TBW— Deborah (@socialwebcafe) April 3, 2013 | A2: Well, i always like when there is Q&A sessions. Oh andfun and lively hosts are always a great part of hangouts! #TBW #socialcafe— Marisa Anderson (@moppetmissy) April 3, 2013 |
- What are your biggest struggles with Hangouts?
There are many different challenges that may be faced in Google+ Hangouts (and life, in general!). For an article on some of the considerations regarding technical challenges, check out the article by Deborah Anderson at CompuKol: Google Plus Hangouts On Air: Joys and Frustrations.
Lost connection again. That was my biggest challenge tonite. #TBW #socialcafe
— Belinda Y. Hughes (@FleurdeB) April 3, 2013
A3: Well it can be frustrating when ppl dnt use webcams,i enjoy seeing people's expressions as they speak, i feel more connected #socialcafe— Marisa Anderson (@moppetmissy) April 3, 2013 | A3 Hmm.. I have workarounds for many of the struggles, but that is only because I do them so often. #SocialCafe #TBW— Deborah (@socialwebcafe) April 3, 2013 |
- What would you like to see in our future Hangouts?
A4 I’m biased :)But, I would love it if #Google implemented a real-time green-screening ;) #SocialCafe #TBW— Deborah (@socialwebcafe) April 3, 2013 | @FleurdeB That would be an excellent way to promote crowdfunding! Youtube actually allows you to connect certain links too #TBW #socialcafe— The Blog Workshop :) (@TheBlogWorkshop) April 3, 2013 |
Final Thoughts and Action Steps
Belinda asked where she could learn more about running Google+ Hangouts. And, the answer is... an upcoming ebook by Deborah Anderson.
mid-May by the time of #TBW RT @FleurdeB: @socialwebcafe And when is your book coming out? #socialcafe— Deborah (@socialwebcafe) April 3, 2013 | mid-May by the time of #TBW RT @fleurdeb: @socialwebcafe And when is your book coming out? #socialcafe— Deborah (@socialwebcafe) April 3, 2013 |
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#SocialCafe Twitter Chat Announcement
This SocialWebCafe Twitter Event is about Why Should You Do A Google+ Hangout?.
About this Topic/Event
Hangout took place at sw.bcafe.co/tv
It is here, the launch of the Social Web Cafe TV interactive web show, during our weekly Twitter Chat. We will broadcast, live, via Google+ Hangout for the first Twitter Chat every month. Don't worry, you can keep on tweeting and just watch. Or, if you want to participate, come hang out and tweet at the same time!
For our Twitter Chat topic, we will discuss the accolades of Google+ Hangouts and why you may want to consider having your own.
Twitter Event Details
- Date: 04/02/2013
- Time: 6:00 pm PST/PDT (9:00 pm EST/EDT).
- Hashtag: #SocialCafe
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Twitter Event Questions
- What are your thoughts on G+ Hangouts? Experiences?
- What are some unique ways you have seen Hangouts used?
- What are your biggest struggles with Hangouts?
- What would you like to see in our future Hangouts?
Format: Q&A
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Have questions? Leave them in the comments or send a regular tweet to Deborah @SocialWebCafe.
