[Libs-Or] Tech-Talk: WEB TOOL - Quickly Convert Files from One Format to Another

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·    Feb 8: [WEB TOOL] Two Marketing Tools: Part 1 - EMAIL LISTS [3 pm ET for 1 hour]

·    Feb 22: [COMMUNICATIONS] Become an Expert Communicator to Gain Respect and Avoid Conflict [3 pm ET for 1 hour]

·    March 8: [WEB TOOL] Two Marketing Tools: Part 2 - ONLINE CALENDAR [3 pm ET for 1 hour]

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WEB TOOL - Quickly Convert Files from One Format to Another

Novice

[convert file]

I had a PDF flyer for an event I wanted to share on Facebook, but there was a problem. I couldn't upload the document because Facebook doesn't recognize the PDF format ... it only uses images.

I needed to convert the PDF to a JPG or PNG.

Have you had that issue? Or, maybe you received a file from someone (or downloaded a document from the web), only to discover that you didn't have the right software to open it. For example, a colleague sends you a HEIC image (from an iPhone), but you can't view it and need it converted to a JPG.

So how do you open or convert audio, video, or picture files that are in a format that your computer does not recognize? Basically, how do you change files from one type of document to another ... quickly, easily, and safely?

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Convert Files with Zamzar.com

You can quickly upload over 1200 different file types to the Zamzar server and then pick which output format you would like. For example, you may need to covert:

·    A WAV to an MP3 (sound files)
·    A MOV or AVI to an .MP4 (video files)
·    Or a PDF to a DOCX (document files)

[Zamzar]

Steps to Convert Files

The process is very simple. You can convert files up to 50MB in size without anything to install at the free level. And you don't need a user account so you don't have to remember any login information.

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STEP 1: Click the Choose Files button and navigate to the file on your computer that you would like to convert. Or, if the file is stored online, you can choose from Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive or from the file's URL.

[step 1]

STEP 2: From the Convert To button, click the drop-down menu and select your preferred file output type.

[step 2]

STEP 3: Click the Convert Now button and watch Zamzar do its work. Optional: You can check the box for Email when done and you'll receive a copy of the converted file via email.

[convert files]

The conversion speed depends on the size of the document, video, or audio. Of course, larger ones take a bit longer to convert. A Download button will be shown when your file is ready.

[conversion complete]

NOTE: If you have files larger than 50 MB there is the option to create an account and set up a paid subscription.

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Communications: Power Word

Arouse curiosity

Have you ever needed to send a text, an email or leave a voice message, and you really wanted the other person to connect with you?

You didn't want to go into the details in the one-way communication, you wanted a face-to-face or a phone call so that you could discuss something.

Here's a great way to get people's attention and develop an eagerness to reach out to you.

·    It's using a word that always generates curiosity.

·    If it's in the subject of an email, people will open it to see what you have to say.

·    If it's a text or voice mail, they'll be more eager to set up a call or meeting.

Are you ready for this magic term?

It's the word "idea"!

EXAMPLES:

As an email subject: An idea for you

As a text message: Hey, I've got an idea. Let's talk!

As an email message, voice mail or phone call:

·    I’d like to run an idea by you, when can we talk?
·    I have an idea for you about ______, are you available tomorrow sometime?
·    I have an idea for you. Give me a call, please.

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Leadership

Best way to use "I" (Part 2)

No one wants to be considered egocentric, right?

So we avoid using the word “I” too much in conversations. We ask others about themselves and what interests them.

But sometimes, using the of word “I” (and the other first person pronouns such as “me”, “we” and “our”) can have a powerful impact.

For instance, if you’re writing an article or giving a presentation, inserting a personal story … telling something about yourself … using the word “I” brings the reader or the audience closer to your message. Letting people into your world increases engagement.

Used sparingly, and strategically, the word “I” can be a powerful communication tool.

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