23 Items to Cross Off Your Checklist Before You Go Live

Learn how to prepare yourself for live streaming success with this handy checklist of items to check off before you go live. On this episode, Christian Karasiewicz and Jim Fuhs explore what items you need to do before starting your live stream in order to ensure you have a quality broadcast.How to prepare before your live streamChecking Your ComputerAvoid last-minute software updatesReboot your computerClose open tabs and appsClear your computer memory. Parallels ToolboxPlug-in to ethernetTest your Internet (Speedtest.net). You need at least 5 MbpsChecking Your EquipmentCheck your camera. Is it at the right height and angle?Check your audio levels. Look for audio clipping or a slow Internet connectionSecure any loose cablesRun a test stream. Facebook Live to only you. Instagram Stories, Facebook Stories, and so on.Clean-up your backgroundRemove devices from your InternetDisable any cloud-based software, such as Dropbox or Google DriveTurn off interruptions such as alarms, phones, etc Put your computer into ‘do not disturb’ modeSend notes to guests beforehandRun an equipment check with guests, 15 minutes before each live videoNotify your house guestsNotes. Are they ready and accessible?Warm up beforehand. Check your posture and do a 1 minute vocal warm upVerify your destinationsHandle your business beforehand. This includes getting water, using the bathroom, etcHave a backup planStart your stream on timeThank you for joining us for episode 30 of the Launch Your Live podcast where we discussed what to do before you go live.If you need help with your livestreaming, contact us for a consultation by messaging us on our Facebook page @launchyourliveFor more information, head to https://launchyour.live/ep30. We will see you all on a future episode.Click the subscribe or follow button, push play, and let’s get you moving with live videoLaunch Your Live Official Site https://launchyour.liveFacebook https://facebook.com/launchyourliveInstagram https://instagram.com/launchyourliveTwitter https://twitter.com/launchyourliveLinkedIn https://linkedin.com/company/launch-your-liveYouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjAelMZ-TPHw-vn0fWTxQ9A