Trial Runs - I can't stress this enough- Test! Test! Test! Use check lists, start small, do practice runs before actually launching & advertising. I can tell you from experience, that not enough time is spent testing and doing the dry runs. Remember the the old addage, "If something can go wrong, it will". Each week, I do a sample broadcast just before the live one. I have found more glitches during those pre-broadcast runs than I care to admit to. Doing this 20-30 minutes prior to the live broadcast seems about right and most anything can be fixed prior to going live, even reloading software.
Testing applies to your staff also. Take the time to train them to at least a basic level of competence and confidence. Use mid-week prayer meeting or an evening vespers as the training ground. Having your staff train other staff members in their area of expertise provides your team with more proficient operators. |