Live chat online is an amazing feature of the latest social media apps. Chatting and posting is fun, but connecting with your followers in real time through a live stream is more authentic, raw and fun. There are various reasons people use the ‘Live’ feature on social networking apps. Some use it to announce a new project, partnerships, or sometimes just for a casual chat with their followers.
If you want to go live from your social media account but are hesitant to do so, here are a few tips that will help you gain confidence for your first live video chat.
- Plan In Advance
You might think that people who go live regularly might do it on a whim without any prior planning. That might be the case for some, but it is important to plan in advance so that you and your audience both have a comfortable and fun experience. First things first, make sure you have a strong internet connection and a phone stand. Sit in a comfortable and well-lit area.
It is also advisable to announce your live in advance. This will create curiosity among your followers, and more people will chime in on your live stream. You can also create a reminder so that your followers know the exact time you are going live.
- Create A Goal
People go live for various reasons. Influencers use this platform for a collaboration launch, a Q&A session, to connect with their followers or to even play games online with other influencers/gamers. The point is, your followers should know what to expect. If you have a specific goal in mind, it will be easier for the conversation to flow as you will be prepared to talk about it. Your followers are there to hear you speak, so avoid long awkward silences and keep your content ready.
- Practice Before Going Live
If you are going live for the first time, especially if it includes a brand collaboration through an online earning app or platform, you might be nervous in the beginning. However, with proper planning and practice, you can ace it. In the end, it’s just you talking to your camera and a list of usernames popping up on your screen, since you can’t see your followers’ faces.
Do a dry run, just prop up your phone exactly as you would for the real live, and practice talking by looking directly at the front camera. This will help you prepare for the real one.
- Interact With The Audience
Just because you are the one to initiate a live stream, it doesn’t mean that it has to be one-sided. You have the option to invite other users/followers to co-join the live and interact with the audience. And since the audience will be commenting and asking questions, you should respond to them, as this will make the followers feel they are a direct part of the conversation.
And there you have it; going live is not as scary as it seems. Remember, your followers will be happy to see you in real time if they already enjoy your posts, reels or videos. Be natural, be yourself, and don’t forget to enjoy the live as well!