Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 2: Use your smartphone
• Method 2 of 2: Find a Conferencing Provider
• Tips
• Warnings

With today's diversity of mobile technology and telecommunications, conferencing - where three or more people in different locations can talk on the phone at the same time - is becoming a common way of doing business. We will tell you how to do this.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Use your smartphone

1. 1 Call one of the conference participants. You can find it in your contact list or just use the keypad to dial the number.
   • When the connection is established, click "add call" (depending on the phone model, this function may have a different name). The first subscriber will switch to standby mode.
2. 2 Call the next person on the call. Again, you can use your contact list or just dial the number.
3. 3 Click "merge calls". This will add a second participant.
   • You can add up to five people, depending on your carrier.
   • This method works on both Iphone and Android.

Method 2 of 2: Find a Conferencing Provider

1. 1 Find a good provider. Companies such as GoToMeeting or Skype enable multiparty audio and video conferencing. There are various options for the cost of services - from free to those that cost several hundred dollars a year, depending on your needs and the required level of service.
   • You can pay for each conference call (based on how many people are in the conference, how long the call lasts, and so on) or pay at a flat rate, which allows you to have unlimited access to conference calls for a flat monthly fee.
   • As a rule, only the caller pays.
   • Some providers will require you to buy special equipment and / or add / switch to long distance services, but there are prepaid services (services) that will allow you to use your landline phone, mobile phone or computer.
   • Decide if you want to use a toll-free number or have conference participants pay for themselves.
   • Conferencing can also be used in conjunction with web conferencing so that participants can view documents or presentations at the same time during a call. Some providers include this service in their general package, but you can order it separately (for example, all participants can follow the same link or open the same email attachment during a call).
2. 2 Get all the information you might need. This is usually a phone number and password.
   • Check the connection beforehand if you are not familiar with the program you will be using.
3. 3 Schedule conferences and invite other people to attend. See How to Host a Conference Call for more information on organizing a conference call.
4. 4 Choose a cozy place. Make sure you can make a call from a quiet place with minimal noise.
5. 5 Call. Be punctual by entering a conference call ten minutes early as possible. Not every service allows you to log in earlier than the organizer - in some cases, it is he who must log in first using a special password to start the conference.
6. 6 Wait for everyone to join the conference and then start talking!

Tips

• Keep a minimum of office supplies with you to prevent background noise.
• Use the mute buttons when you are not speaking or when you need to sneeze.
• Avoid chewing gum, chips, or any other food during a conference call.

Warnings

• When looking for a service provider, inquire about hidden fees and monthly requirements.
• If you have customers or employees outside of your country who are planning to join the conference, make sure they can join the conference.
• Check the speed for toll-free and premium numbers as they can vary significantly.