We understand that running a webinar can be a daunting task, particularly if you’re a virgin to the platform and the features on offer. A webinar is an online event, with the main differentiation from an web meeting being that you can present to much larger audiences. To learn more about the differences click here. […]
Common Webinar Mistakes
Webinars are the epitome of you get out what you put in. If you’re willing to put in the time to learn about the platform then chances are, you’ll be just fine. If you go in thinking this will be a doddle, I’ll just get cracking the night before, then don’t be surprised when your […]
Conquering Video Calls
Just like real life meetings, video calls can be nerve-racking. They can also be hilariously awkward, a great example is after a painfully long silence, you always still manage to talk at the exact same time as someone else. That’s not to say they can’t be incredibly productive. In fact, 94% of businesses who use […]
What's on a conference call agenda?
If you’re organising a conference call, the first thing on your personal agenda should be: Writing an Agenda. With an agenda, your call will be an efficient, productive and successful meeting. Without an agenda, conference calling becomes just another chat on the phone. So if you’re fairly new to audio conferences, it will help to […]
What is the cloud and how does it work with hosted voice systems?
Hosted voice systems are sometimes referred to as cloud PBX (private branch exchange). While it might sound complicated, it just means you’re using the internet to make, receive, and manage phone calls, rather than having a physical system in your workplace. Here, we talk you through everything you need to know about the cloud and how […]
Nominate your #WorkDadHero for Father's Day
Here at PowWowNow we’re firm believers in flexibility and how it helps find a balance between work and family life. This Father’s Day we want you to honour those fathers who are doing their very best to juggle work and family. So with that being said, to celebrate, we are launching a competition to show […]
Top tips for video conference interviews
According to a 2019 survey conducted by the institute of Student Employers, 47% of employers use video interviews. Welcome to the future, where the awkwardness of face-to-face job interviews is being replaced by a brave new world of video conference assessing. Just make sure to mind the hiccups these tips are designed to cure. So, […]
5 ideal ways to take a break at work
It’s common sense that taking a break from the daily grind is important for rebooting your mind and energy. But research shows that the way in which we take a work break, and how often we do, can make a huge difference to our productivity. The brain is a muscle that tires out from repeated […]
The future of online meetings
The imminent implementation of 5G and relentless tech advancements forebode (sounds ominous) some very exciting times ahead for online meetings. So, here at PowWowNow we are dusting off our crystal ball and exploring what the future holds. Is anyone going to bother coming into the office anymore? Are workplaces going to become completely digital? Is […]
7 things you should never say on a conference call
Conference call etiquette is something we’ve mentioned before. When it comes to conference calling, most people will tell you what you need to do, but what you need to make sure of, is also what you mustn’t do. So when you’re thinking about how to conference call, here are 7 things you should never say: […]