by Sarah Santacroce
As promised I’ll continue my list of 10 tips on how to use Skype, other then just for free calling.
6. Record Skype calls
If you want to have a permanent record of a call go to “Tools”, “Do More”, “Record Calls with Pamela”. With this free plug-in installed every time you make or receive a call you will have the option of recording it. Recording time is limited to 15 minutes and the person you're speaking to will be informed that their conversation is being recorded.
7. Screen sharing
If you are using Skype for business, and would like to explain something visually, you can use screen sharing and the person on the other end of the line will see your screen. To do that you go to: “Share”, then select “Share Your Screen”. You can choose to share the full screen or only a screen selection.
8. Send files
You can also use Skype to send files, instead of sending them by e-mail. Go to: Share, then select “Send File”. The other person has to confirm that he/she wants to receive that file from you.
9. Add voicemail (paid service)
If you subscribe to Skype's voicemail system callers can leave you messages.
Go to Tools, Voicemail and click the Subscribe Now link. The service costs $3 for 3 months or $20 for the year. You can fully personalize your voicemail greeting.
10. Send text messages (paid service)
You can use Skype to send SMS texts to any mobile phone. Go to Tools, Send SMS Message. Add a contact's mobile number, then type and send the message. Texts aren't free and your caller will receive them from a truncated version of your Skype name, meaning they won't be able to reply. However, you can change this by entering and verifying your mobile number. Do this under Tools, Options, SMS Messages.
Now it’s your turn. Do you use Skype for your business and if so, what is your favorite application?
Related posts:
Part 1 of this post, tips 1 – 5, in case you haven’t read it yet
Google Tools for Small Businesses – Part 1
Google Tools for Small Businesses – Part 2
How to stay productive while working from home
