Why a group?And why Google?

We decided to set up an online group so that Ambassadors could communicate with one another, and not just MyLife 24-7 program staff. We chose Google because it offers a variety of services and features that are unmatched by competitors. Gmail is the choice amongst young professionals today, and Google has plans to release a new product called "Google Wave" that could potentially change the face of email as we know it. So it's not a bad idea to get comfortable with their platform.

The best way to interact with the Google Group is to create a Google account. The account will allow you to view the group through a web interface that is similar to a social networking site like Facebook. In other words, you can log in and edit your profile (membership), view everyone's posts as threaded discussions, and search. You can also change how frequently you receive emails.

So how do I use it? What are my options?

We've created a "tester" account so you can log into the group and check it out without having to create your own Google account. Keep in mind that everything in the group is moderated, so if you leave a post, you won't be able to see it until one of us MyLife staffers okays it. If you want your own Google account, check in with your parents and see if it's cool first. Here are the tester deets:

1) Go: http://groups.google.com/group/MyLife24-7Ambassadors
2) Login: username = MyLifeGroupTester, password = mylife24-7
3) Look around and see if you like it. Make sure to click on all of the links.

If you decide you don't want a Google account, that's fine too. You can still use the group, but your access will be limited to your non-google email account. No Facebook-like web interface. No interactivity. Just email.

So...
1) You will receive everyone's posts in your yahoo/msn/cox.net etc. inbox, from MyLife24-7Ambassadors@googlegroups.com
2) To post a message, send an email to MyLife24-7Ambassadors@googlegroups.com

If you have still have questions, try checking out the Google Groups support page:  http://groups.google.com/support

You can also leave questions or advice in the comment section below. And let us know if the post was helpful!