Better Communication Through the Right Technology Michelle SimpsonJan Goldstein

What is Dropbox? Dropbox shared folders let you collaborate on a set of files. When someone joins a shared folder, the folder appears inside their Dropbox, and syncs to their computers automatically.

Dropbox Dropbox has space to save files and pictures Owner - The person who saves the file in Dropbox ◦ The Owner can keep the file private but read the file on any computer, tablet or smart phone ◦ The Owner can share the file with specific people and they can read the file anywhere

Advantages There is only one file ◦ Therefore it is always the most recent or accurate file The file can only be seen by people the owner wants to share with The owner can share different files with different groups or people The file can be accessed anywhere

Access Dropbox.com Save on Dropbox like on your computer. ◦ Save individual files, photos or folders ◦ Upload anything saved on any computer Access from anything that can get the internet: computer, tablet, phone, etc.

Why Use Dropbox for WRJ? Anything you want members to be able to look at any time Agendas, minutes, balance sheets, other paperwork Historical documents Logos, pictures Menus (Seder example)

Why NOT use Dropbox? Limited space People not comfortable with computers Documents that should not be seen by the whole group ◦ Keep a separate folder with different access

Overview of Social Media Almost everyone is using some form of social media. So should our Sisterhoods. Stay connected Build community Encourage and Promote

Continue LinkedIn – My skills include donut eating Pinterest – Here’s a donut recipe Lastfm – Now listening to “donuts” Google+ - I’m a google employee who eats donuts Klout – I am so influential when it comes to donuts

Types of Social Media Twitter – I’m eating a donut Facebook – I like donuts Foursquare – This is where I eat donuts Instagram – Here’s a vintage photo of my donut YouTube – Hear and watch me eating my donut

Google Hangouts Google Hangouts Michelle Simpson

What is Hangouts Free Communication means Links Computers, Androids and Apple products Allows text, audio and video sharing Up to 10 connections in one session - Hangout

Why use Hangouts Committee meetings Planning meetings Engaging someone who cannot travel to you Unforeseen – weather Quick check point Share an idea or preview something

What Do You Need Computer/tablet ◦ Webcam ◦ Microphone ◦ Free Gmail+ account Smartphone ◦ Free App (Apple or Android)

How to Hangout Great site for step by step instructions and features Create a Hangout Chat – share pictures Host a “Party” – get together/meeting Broadcast “Party” – share Hangouts on the Go – mobile apps Hangouts

How to get to Hangouts Computer/tablet

SignUp Genius SignUp Genius Michelle Simpson

What is SignUp Genius Free Saves Time for Group Organizers! ◦ EASY: Set it up and let your members sign up at their convenience ◦ FLEXIBLE: Sign up creators can also sign people up themselves ◦ EFFICIENT: Store an address book of your group for future sign ups ◦ POWERFUL: Export your sign up data to a spreadsheet for use offline ◦ SMART: Automated reminders make sure no one forgets ◦ HELPFUL: Send s to those who signed up or those who didn't

What is SignUp Genius Saves Time for Group Organizers! ◦ SIMPLE: See who has signed up so far and what's available ◦ CONVENIENT: Sign up 24-7 at your convenience from home ◦ INTEGRATED: Add responsibilities to your computer calendar or phone ◦ FLEXIBLE: Add/edit/swap your responsibility easily if plans change ◦ SMART: Get or text reminders or view your personal calendar ◦ SOCIAL: Easily share your involvement on Facebook or Pinterest

When to use SignUp Genius Meetings/Dinners/Go See It Fundraiser Wish list Service Project/Event

What Do you Need Computer/tablet Smartphone ◦ Free App (Apple or Android)

How to use SignUp Genius Build a custom sign up (5-20 min) Invite your group People sign up online Reminder s sent