Google Helpouts; Get Real World Help from Real World Experts

I would have to say that my favorite aspect of Google is that just keep going and keep trying new things. One of the more recent discoveries that we came across is one called Google Helpouts. Using Google+ and Hangouts, Google is looking to bring a new and simple way for professionals in all walks of life to connect with real people who need their help and their expertise.

Helpouts lets professions schedule video Hangouts based on their schedule. They can offer up the service for free or charge for the help session using Google Wallet. They have a platform fee of 20% in place to cover the cost of credit card transaction fees and wallet fees.

When can I join?

Helpouts isn’t available yet, but we’re currently inviting people with expertise across a number of topics to be able to offer Helpouts when we go live — and to make money sharing their skills and knowledge with the world.

If you haven’t received an invitation, but are interested in Helpouts, tell us. We’ll let you know when we’re live and accepting more applications to give help.

What do you guys think? Are you an expert and looking for a simple and effective way to make a little bit more cash? If you want to sign-up to be notified when Helpouts is live, or if you want to add your name to the list of experts, head over to helpouts.google.com and toss in your name and email.