In an earlier video we discussed the different tools available to you inside of Google Hangouts. This video covers all of the different ways you can actually start a Hangout, utilizing Gmail, Google+ and Google Calendars.

The most obvious way to start a Hangout is by replacing the traditional Google Chat in Gmail with Hangouts. My favorite way, however, is by including a Hangout as a video call inside of Google Calendars, which makes joining a video call for a meeting so simple.