How to Set Up a Conference Call With Four People

Set up a conference call to include four people in the same conversation.

Conference calling has revolutionized the business world, improving efficiency and productivity. Conference calling allows for more than the standard two people to be in on the same telephone conversation, which offers tremendous benefits when three or more business partners or associates need to communicate at the same time without being in the same place. Most businesses rely on cell phones for initiating conference calls, and you can set up a conference call with four people by following a few simple steps.

Instructions

1. Send out an agenda. The initiator of the call must send out an agenda--typically via email or SMS message--before a conference call takes place, to ensure that those to be included in the call are aware of all vital information pertaining to the call. The agenda should include details such as the date and time of the scheduled call and instructions on how to take part in the call. In most cases, service providers offer a special number for all invitees of a conference call to dial before they can join the call.

2. Dial the special number as instructed by your service provider to initiate the call.

3. Click "OK" or "Answer" on your phone as each invitee rings through to join the call. As you do, he should instantly be able to hear and speak to the other people already on the call.

Tips & Warnings

• You may want to consider incorporating a noise-cancelling headset or other device to avoid static and distortion while on a conference call.

References

• BNET: Five Tips on Professional Conference Calling