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  • How to Talk to the Camera Like a True Live Streaming Pro

    Your on-camera presence is a significant part of professional live streaming. If you look to behave more naturally while talking to your camera’s lens, tune in to our show with Matt Haas. We will learn what helps professional live streamers express their energy while being alone in the room.

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    Here is what you will learn in this episode:

    00:00 Intro
    03:16 Welcome Matt Haas
    06:09 Matt’s live streaming story
    06:55 What inspired Matt to start live streaming
    09:10 Public speaking background matters
    10:00 The biggest tip - you need to watch yourself back 
    12:33 What to do to avoid the fear of talking to camera
    15:35 Tip: make it seem like you are talking to one person
    16:41 Tip: look at the lens 
    19:35 How to make your conversation look more natural
    22:03 Using Q&A technique
    24:23 Pause for the moment you have nothing to say
    26:17 Technique to improve your work with camera
    28:49 Technique to improve your speech
    33:44 How to measure the progress
    36:21 Matt’s biggest obstacle towards being on confident camera
    43:37 Top mistakes that people make when they broadcast live
    48:15 Giveaway





    57 min
  • How to Livestream on Amazon in 2022

    The powerful combination of e-commerce and live streaming is undoubtedly the most emerging trend of 2022. If you sell products on Amazon, join Jim and learn how to make highly convertible live streams.

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    Here is what you are going to learn in this episode:

    00:00 Intro
    01:00 Welcome Jim Fuhs
    04:08 When did you start live streaming on Amazon
    06:39 Jim’s most significant achievements 
    10:10 Giveaway announcement
    11:50 How to get started on Amazon Live
    14:35 Tricks in Wave.video live streaming studio
    16:10 The structure of live stow’s page on Amazon
    19:52 How to reach the Insider level on Amazon Live
    23:21 How to see Amazon Live’s metrics 
    27:20 How to get products you demonstrate 
    32:59 Jim’s tricks to effectively showcase a product
    34:53 Bare minimum equipment you need to demonstrate the product
    36:55 Examples of successful Amazon live streamers
    44:23 Giveaway
    49:13 Camera Jim uses

    53 min
  • Grow Your Live Show with Multistreaming & Repurposing

    If you’re looking to expand the visibility of your live streams, you have to know about multistreaming & repurposing. Molly has been through thick and thin with live streams and will explain how to get more viewers and make emergencies turn into winning situations.

    If you want to win our awesome prizes like Molly's free live streaming course, next time tune live:
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    Here is a detailed description of what you will learn in this episode:

    00:00 Intro
    02:24 Wave.video new live studio sneak peek
    05:50 Giveaway announcement
    07:59 Molly Mahoney live streaming experience
    10:03 What has changed in live streaming since 2016
    12:22 Why you should multi-stream
    15:20 True story about profile hacking
    17:53 Best channels for multi-streaming
    20:15 Molly’s course presentation
    21:02 Molly’s fail that turned into a win with repurposing
    26:31 How to deal with problems during a live stream
    28:07 Sign up to Wave.video new live streaming beta
    32:47 Alternative and highly effective way to promote the show
    39:25 How to connect a messenger bot to share show notes and stay associated with viewers
    42:20 Turning show notes into a blog post with embedded video with comments
    45:31 Getting more people in conversation
    46:17 Spreading the repurposed content over time
    46:37 Giveaway
    51:38 Here is why you don’t need OBS anymore
    52:45 How many platforms you can handle while multi-streaming
    53:45 APR (Appear Pretend Repurpose) method in live streaming
    56:19 How to keep up with all the platforms’ updates

    1 hr 1 min
  • How Chatbots Can Turn Live Stream Viewers Into Clients

    Watch this episode with Kelly Mirabella to learn how to use chatbots to enhance the conversions of your live streams. Tune in and see how to automate the process of promoting your products to live stream viewers.

    If you want to win our awesome prizes including Kelly's free chatbot course, next time tune live:
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    Here is a detailed description of what you will learn in this episode:

    00:00 Intro
    02:32 Welcome Kelly Mirabella
    04:32 Everyone gets 50% off Kelly’s Course
    08:10 What are chatbots and how they can help live streamers?
    09:55 Do you need to know coding to implement a chatbot?
    10:58 What if people do not see their messages?
    12:46 Can you use a chatbot for multistreaming?
    14:22 A lot of clients need bots
    15:42 The speed and resolution of the video during the live broadcast depends on the platform
    16:18 What place does a chatbot take in a conversion funnel? How do you integrate it? 
    17:57 Kelly is writing a book
    19:39 Do you use bots direct from ad campaigns?
    21:12 Kelly’s favorite GIFs
    22:12 Everyone gets 50% off Kelly’s Course and other prizes
    24:33 How to connect a chatbot to your live stream?
    26:14 Manychat is a must-have!
    28:10 ChadBot is coming
    29:35 How do you educate a chatbot to answer smart?
    31:40 Do I need to try chatbots for my personal account?
    34:00 Apply to Wave.video Live Streaming Studio Beta!
    36:21 What advanced things can you do with a chatbot?
    37:56 Is creating chatbots hard?
    42:53 Giveaway
    46:18 Kelly’s favorite tools to use
    48:42 «I am not for everybody» - an idea that helps you create a community of like-minded people around you
    50:58 Practice makes progress

    54 min
  • Role of Personal Story in Live Streaming

    In this episode, Tim will explain how a personal story can help you touch people’s hearts and make your live streams more memorable. You will learn how to turn your experience into a catchy narrative.

    If you want to win our awesome prizes including free consultation from Tim, next time tune live:
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    Here is a detailed description of what you will learn in this episode:

    00:00 Intro
    03:05 What inspired Tim to start live streaming
    00:00 Tim’s personal story 
    09:02 Why personal story is such a powerful foundation for a live show
    12:57 Do you build a stronger connection with the audience when allowing them to share their stories?
    14:08 How to turn your experience into a catchy story 
    17:45 How to pull out the story even if think you have nothing to say 
    20:26 How do you add freshness into the story that has already been told?
    25:29 How do you find people interested in your story
    27:47 What kind of content plan can be made for the show based on a personal story?
    29:46 A story about a person from the audience breaking into the show telling about his relevant experience
    31:58 A story about the bear 
    34:43 Wave.video live streaming presentation announcement 
    37:51 How do you deal with online hate towards your story 
    40:39 Giveaway 
    44:44 Is it necessary to have a story to be a successful live streamer

    54 min
  • How to Grow Your YouTube Channel: Live Streams vs. Videos

    Want to know what works better on YouTube — live streams or pre-recorded videos? Watch this episode with a YouTube video marketing strategist Brian G. Johnson to find out.

    If you want to win our awesome prizes including a free membership to Brian's course, next time tune live:
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    Here is a detailed description of what you will learn in this episode:

    00:00 Intro
    01:01 Introducing Brian J. Johnson
    02:47 The story behind Brian’s YouTube success
    06:44 What inspired you to become an evangelist for the YouTube platform?
    13:31 The Giveaway announcement 
    15:21 What’s the primary goal of going live on YouTube VS posting videos?
    20:52 What is your YouTube niche, and how do you pick it?
    25:38 Can the live stream recording appear on the first position for the popular YouTube search? And what influences the algorithm? 
    28:25 The false YouTube engagement metrics
    30:56 The right YouTube engagement metrics to consider 
    33:22 Does the viewer give you a second chance after watching one failed video? 
    37:22 How do you add engagement elements to the recording of your live stream? 
    39:25 Three things that make people click on your video: topic, title, and thumbnail. 
    42:36 The importance of fulfilling the promise you give in the title 
    49:15 How to move up with the title that both fun and answers to what people search on YouTube.
    54:08 Giveaway

    1 hr
  • How to Live Stream Your Podcast

    In this episode, Megan Powers, the host of Making a Marketer podcast, will explain why you should broadcast your podcast live. Tune in to learn how to leverage the power of live streams to enhance your podcast’s visibility.

    If you want to win our awesome prizes including a free consultation with Megan, next time tune live:
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    Here is a detailed description of what you will learn in this episode:
    00:00 Intro
    03:20 Small talk about the event importance of offline events
    04:53 What’ are the benefits of broadcasting a podcast live?
    06:50 Is there such a thing as a video podcast?
    08:30 What is the primary format for your podcast or a live show?
    09:48 Is there a difference in the number of views and listens between your live stream and a podcast? 
    11:08 How important is a pristine sound for podcasting?
    12:15 Does live streaming your podcast help you get better sponsors? 
    16:48 How Wave.video helps create and repurpose promo videos.
    18:03 Outsourcing audio editing is a great way to go  
    19:17 What platforms can you use to host the podcast?
    20:48 What are the top apps where you need your podcast to be distributed?  
    21:54 What role does show notes play?
    23:58 The giveaway announcement
    25:27 How to turn your passion project into a profitable enterprise 
    27:55 What helps you grow your podcast? 
    30:55 How do you help your guests look professional on the live stream?
    34:15 Do you promote a live stream or a podcast?
    35:30 Patreon for podcasts - worth a try?
    38:12 What was the first format for you to try podcasting or live video?
    39:22 Do some people start podcasting because of the fear of the camera?
    40:17 Are there live streamers you enjoy that turn the show into a podcast?
    44:30 How do you handle social media marketing for your podcast?
    46:33 Do you ever refer people to old evergreen podcast episodes?
    47:55 If someone is fun to watch, how do you translate that energy into sound only version? 
    50:30 A few tips on the SEO promotion of your podcast  
    53:04 Giveaway time!

    58 min
  • How to Build a Sales Funnel with Live Streams

    Watch this episode to learn how to use live streams to acquire new clients, accompanied by real examples and practical recommendations. Mike Allton works behind the scenes on the famous Agorapulse live shows and manages many other successful projects.

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    Here is a detailed description of what you will learn in this episode:

    00:00 Intro
    00:50 Welcome Mike Allton
    04:26 What is a sales funnel 
    09:01 Why it’s great to have a live video at the top of the funnel
    11:20 An example of a content funnel (which should be better called a pyramid)
    14:40 What should one use for the top of the funnel entertaining or product-oriented live stream
    18:07 Do charming hosts help create more successful funnels
    18:43 Announcing prices - annual premium access to Agorapulse 
    21:21 How do you get people to watch the live stream
    23:03 Why comments are so crucial for a successful live show and how to bring them on 26:06 How to make a CTA that doesn’t sound too salesy 
    30:09  How do you measure the results of your sales funnel
    33:08 How to stick to the show’s plan and don’t forget the main sales points
    38:37 The worst moment in Mike’s live-streaming career 
    40:23 Tools for building better funnels with live streams 
    44:10 Sales funnels for a person from the audience: an online course
    48:10 Giveaway!
    52:24 What are the biggest mistakes people make when building sale funnels with live streams 

    1 hr 1 min
  • How to Make a Content Plan for Your Live Streams

    In this episode, you'll learn how to develop an effective content plan that will guarantee the success of your live show. Jennifer has vast experience consulting businesses on live streaming strategies and will help you avoid common mistakes.

    If you want to win our awesome prizes including 30-min consultation with Jennifer, next time tune live:
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    Here is a detailed description of what you will learn in this episode:

    00:00 Intro
    01:015 Welcome Jennifer Watson 
    04:54 How did live broadcasts affect who you are?
    07:17 Social Media Week Lima memories
    08:35 How do you manage to always stay calm during live broadcasts?
    12:13 What is today’s grand prize?
    13:59 Test things out to feel comfortable
     16:15 How do you determine what content to use? 
    20:56 How to boost your live show? A hack by Jennifer.
    22:56 How do you plan your live show? 
    24:56 Have you ever dropped out of the context of a conversation while doing an interview? 
    26:54 How long should the show be to see through the boost? 
    28:34 What are some things that you do to encourage engagement in the show? 
    30:29 Chad is a great videographer. 
    31:31 When a show doesn’t perform well, how do you know if the content that’s the problem? 
    35:02 What are your favorite live streaming tools?
    39:15 You and your energy are the best things about your show. 
     40:20 Pre-designed templates for your live streams by Wave.video 
     40:54 Things that inspired Jennifer to continue with her live streaming career
    43:40 Giveaway
    45:44 Don’t forget to subscribe to Jennifer and try Wave.video editor

    50 min
  • How to Create Killer Branding for Your Live Show

    A recognized branding expert Christine Gritmon will explain what it takes to make a memorable and unparalleled brand for your live show and make people want to see more of it.

    If you want to win our awesome prizes including 30-min consultation with Christine, next time tune live:
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    Here is a detailed description of what you will learn in this episode:

    00:00 Intro
    02:00 Welcome Christine Gritmon
    03:42 Why red?
    06:44 What made you so interested in branding in the first place?
    08:05 How social media boosted the importance of branding
    08:54 Why good storytelling is about machete-editing 
    10:03 Why it’s hard to get a good story out of brand owners
    12:00 How to grow a personal brand if you don’t have enough self-confidence
    13:29 Why is branding so important for your live streams?
    16:25 How do you identify good branding?
    18:22 Secrets of maintaining your brand everywhere
    21:12 Things you can’t do during live streams 
    24:11 How can a company understand that its live streams need rebranding?
    26:43 How do you choose the niche and a brand at the same time? 
    29:53 Can you brand slogans and communication styles?
    31:39 Top 5 top tools to use for live streams’ branding
    33:10 Pre-designed templates for your live streams by Wave.video
    35:05 How to stay away from being on camera and do live streams for your small brand?
    41:42 Giveaway
    44:44 Did you see any brands that were not good?

    54 min

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