An Apple Coupon a Day Makes Video Sessions Pay
Excuse me while I get another tissue. Sneezes abound. Good grief!
You know, I thought I was done talking technical stuff, but I guess with running a business in this day and age, it is hard to ignore it. I think it is as much a part of life as was learning to type (which I never learned…but some how picked up) and wishing for a good secretary.
I did something quite fun yesterday and I could not have done it without my computer. In beginning to work with clients in a long distance capacity, I still struggle with phone issues (dropped calls, etc. - by the way, Michael, I think you mentioned Skype…but when I use it there is an echo and it sounds awful. Am I doing something wrong?). I have also learned that I rely heavily on visuals. So, I decided to try video.
Yesterday I turned on my MacBook, logged into iChat, as did my client (Mac users unite) and off we went. The latest MacBooks have a built in web cam. Granted I was tempted to make it look like I was in Paris (Eiffel Tower, thank you very much) but for professional purposes I kept the back ground as my office. Upon our scheduled time, there she was. The audio is very clear (I do use a mic) and the picture quality is good enough to see visual cues). I could see her environment (a bit) and know if there were distractions on her end, see her reactions, and it seemed much easier than just going by sound. It’s not like being in the same room, but it is close.
So, I cannot say enough about the joys of the MacBook. I run everything in my business off of it - my financial side of the business, my blogging fixation, my filing, everything…
Stop grimacing PC people. I accept that Macs may not be for everyone, but neither are PCs. I guess it is like any relationship…sometimes something just clicks and you find the one for you.
Oh…and for those who are thinking about going all Apple, there are various discounts and Apple couponsavailable. There are great deals to be had.
August 7th, 2008 at 2:44 pm
Welcome to Internet voice, Ellie! Isn’t it fun?
Yes, I do use Skype. Haven’t had any quallity issues, though occasionally we have issues getting connections to stay up. I use the Linux client and Julie uses the Windows client; I can’t say if there’s any known issues with the Mac client.
Just arrived at NGH and got my packet. A couple of disappointments already — Kevin Hogan and Joann Abramson cancelled, and I was looking forward to seeing them. Otherwise I’m staying pumped and eager for things to start tomorrow.
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