I launched a new feature in my online community today.
It’s nothing more than a recorded interview with a member, but the feedback was amazing. People LOVED it. I typically do these interviews over the phone and transcribe them on my editor’s blog but decided to do something new and see if there was any interest.
All I did was record the interview using Blog Talk Radio, downloaded it…imported it into our CMS, and posted it on the site.
Never underestimate the little things. Remember, you have to take risks because you never know what might stick.
If you’re interested, here is the 15 minute interview with a longtime member.
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October 6, 2009 at 2:04 am
Tracy in W. Seattle
That is a GREAT idea. There are about 10 people in our forum who would probably be great for something like that. The forum will mark its second anniversary in December and that might be an interesting way to “celebrate.”
October 6, 2009 at 10:45 am
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October 6, 2009 at 10:52 am
Angela Connor
Tracy: That would be a great way to celebrate, particularly if this is the first time you’ll introduce an audio component as it was with me. Please send me the link if you decide to do it. It was very easy! Email me if you want any tips or if you’d like to brainstorm.
October 6, 2009 at 3:46 pm
Stephen Spector
I like the idea and have been using simple video interview with my FLIP camera and posting on the website for community members to watch. I want to continue with video for people that are remote and will try your tool as a short-term solution for recording discussions with members that I cannot easily visit or see in person.