Skype is great for connecting one to one. However, many people don’t realize the benefits of using Skype as a tool for professional business presentations.
This past week I had the opportunity to speak to a group of professional speakers, coaches and authors in New York City. I didn’t have to get on a plane or go through the “TSA dance” either! I stayed comfortably in my home and had an error-free, smooth-flowing presentation to the group. What a great group of people at the National Speakers Association chapter there in New York City. Bryant Nielson was in charge that day as he discussed technology and what he does in his professional speaking and training. Don Gabor, the chapter President, was outstanding leading the chapter that day.
The chapter got lots of information on how to use Skype for making professional business presentations (something they can use in their own work). They also had the opportunity to ask direct questions. We had a great time laughing and learning. At the conclusion the audience loved the opportunity — and I did too! It is always fun to be with a great group of people who are thirsty for learning — and we made sure they had plenty of knowledge to drink in that day!
Think about how you can present using Skype when you have a sales presentation, or a team meeting. I was using the one-to-one connection from me to the one location where they had a few hundred people. You can also use Skype’s new Group Video Calling (GVC) feature to connect up to 10 parties (including the host) via video. This premium service requires at least one party have a subscription of US$8.99/ month so it is a great value. Think about the benefits of collaboration when you can draw from several people to get ideas!
There are other reasons to have this tool ready for business. Skype can save the day in the event of delays, mishaps, disasters and anything that can prevent you from physically being in a given location. We are acutely aware of natural disasters which can and do prevent travel. We also know about inevitable mechanical problems, weather delays and cancellations. Having a tool like Skype “in your hip pocket” for those “just in case” times can save the day!
Skype can give your business a strong competitive advantage. Not only that, if you have the ability to make a powerful, successful presentation without the time, money and effort of travel, everyone wins.
Sounds like a good reason to use it! But please, don’t let my competition know about it!
Terry Brock
www.TerryBrock.com
