50+ ways to use Whoosh
For every moment in the employee journey — and beyond.
14 in-depth guides, one per topic
How to Make a Farewell Video for a Colleague (Step-by-Step)
A step-by-step guide to collecting a farewell video for a colleague: who to ask, what to ask them, how to gather the clips, and how to put them together.
Welcome Video for New Employees: Ideas, Script and Examples
How to plan, script and collect a welcome video for a new employee, with a sample script, idea list and a step-by-step process any team can run before day one.
Employee Recognition Ideas That Cost Nothing (and Actually Land)
Free and low-cost employee recognition ideas that actually get noticed, with an effort-vs-impact way to pick the right one for a specific moment.
Video Feedback vs Surveys: When Each One Wins
A practical comparison of video feedback and written surveys: what each format captures, where each falls short, and a decision framework for picking the right one.
Candidate Video Introductions: How to Ask and What to Look For
A practical guide to asking candidates for a short video introduction: what to request, how to frame it fairly, and a scorecard for reviewing what comes back.
How to Collect Video Testimonials from Customers (Without Chasing)
A step-by-step guide to collecting video testimonials from customers: who to ask, what to ask them, how to send the request, and how to use what comes back.
Event Highlight Reels: Collect Attendee Videos in Real Time
How to collect attendee video at an event in real time with a QR code and one link, then turn the clips into a highlight reel the same day.
Is Recording Employee Video GDPR Compliant? A Practical Checklist
A practical checklist for collecting employee video messages under GDPR: lawful basis, consent, retention, and what to check before you launch a campaign.
How to Collect Fan Video Messages for a Club, Team or Player
A complete guide to collecting fan video messages: who to ask, what to ask them, how to gather clips without chasing people, and how to turn them into a shareable reel.
How to Collect Supporter Videos for a Campaign (NGOs, Parties and Petitions)
A practical guide to collecting supporter video for a campaign, petition or cause: consent, moderation, imprints and how to turn clips into a usable reel.
Video Message Tools Compared: Ecards, Group Cards and Whoosh
A clear comparison of group ecards, written cards and dedicated video-collection tools, so you can pick the right way to gather a message for someone.
Building a Winning Team Culture with Video: A Practical Guide for HR and Team Leaders
A practical guide for HR professionals and team leaders: how to use short video messages to build team culture, recognise people and keep distributed teams connected.
Ideas to Boost Audience Participation at Your Next Talk or Event
Practical ways for presenters, public speakers and event organisers to get real audience participation, before, during and after the session.
Easy Ways to Engage Your Audience as a Content Creator
Practical, low-effort ways for content creators and podcasters to get their audience actively involved — not just watching or listening, but contributing.
Every article, by topic
Farewell and leaving
- 50 Farewell Messages for a Colleague Who Is Leaving3 min
- What to Say in a Farewell Video: 25 Prompts That Get Real Answers2 min
- Farewell Video vs Leaving Card vs Gift: What Do Leavers Keep?2 min
- How to Collect Goodbye Videos from a Remote Team2 min
- Farewell Video for a Boss: Examples and Etiquette2 min
- How to Organise a Surprise Leaving Video Without Spoiling It2 min
- Retirement Video Messages: Ideas, Questions and Examples2 min
- How Long Should a Farewell Video Be? Ideal Length and Structure2 min
- Farewell Video Examples: 10 Formats Teams Actually Use2 min
Onboarding and welcome
- Pre-boarding Video Ideas: Keep New Hires Warm Between Offer and Day One3 min
- How to Build a Team Welcome Reel New Joiners Remember3 min
- Onboarding Check-in Questions to Ask on Video (30/60/90 Days)3 min
- Onboarding Video Checklist: What to Record, Who, and When3 min
- Remote Onboarding: 15 Ways to Make New Hires Feel Included3 min
- New Hire Introduction Videos: A Template for Managers3 min
- Welcome Messages for New Team Members: 40 Examples4 min
Recognition, culture and milestones
- Work Anniversary Videos: How to Celebrate Milestones at Scale3 min
- Peer-to-Peer Recognition on Video: How to Start a Programme4 min
- Birthday Video Messages for Colleagues: Ideas and Prompts4 min
- Get Well Soon Video for a Colleague: What to Say and How to Send3 min
- Promotion and Congratulations Videos: Templates for Managers3 min
- Culture Pulse on Video: Wellbeing Check-ins People Answer Honestly3 min
- Building Culture Across Time Zones: A Playbook for Global Teams3 min
Feedback, exit interviews and surveys
- Exit Interview Questions: 40 Questions (Plus How to Run Them on Video)6 min
- How to Collect Video Feedback from Employees Without a Survey Tool4 min
- Training Feedback on Video: Questions to Ask After a Programme4 min
- 360 Feedback on Video: Pros, Cons and Safeguards4 min
- How to Analyse Video Feedback: A Simple Coding Framework4 min
- Employee Voice: 12 Ways to Hear From Frontline and Deskless Staff4 min
- Video Survey Examples: 15 Questions That Get Past One-Word Answers4 min
Recruitment and candidate video
Customer testimonials, UGC and marketing
- Video Testimonial Questions: 25 Prompts That Get Specific Answers3 min
- Video Testimonial Request Email Templates (Copy and Paste)4 min
- Video Testimonials vs Written Reviews: Which Builds More Trust?3 min
- User-Generated Content Video: A Practical Guide for B2B Brands4 min
- Customer Story Videos on a Budget: Phone-Shot Done Right3 min
- Testimonial Rules: Consent, FTC and ASA Basics for Marketers4 min
- Vox Pops: How to Run Them Remotely and at Events4 min
Events, education and creators
- Conference Feedback on Video: Questions for Attendees and Speakers4 min
- Graduation Video Messages: How to Collect Wishes from Everyone3 min
- Student Reflection Videos: Prompts for Teachers3 min
- Fan Shout-Out Videos for Creators and Podcasters3 min
- Field Marketing Shelf Checks on Video: A Retail Execution Workflow3 min
Privacy, compliance and remote
- Video Consent Form Template (GDPR): Free Download5 min
- How Long Should You Keep Employee Video? Retention Rules of Thumb5 min
- Record Video in the Browser, No App: How It Works and Browser Support4 min
- Accessibility for Video Collection: Captions, Contrast and Inclusive Prompts4 min
- Multilingual Video Campaigns: How to Collect Messages in Many Languages4 min
Sports and fan communities
- Player Farewell Videos: How Clubs Say Thank You (and Goodbye)3 min
- Matchday Fan Video Walls: Collect Supporter Messages With a QR Code3 min
- Supporter Stories on Video: Build a Community Archive for Your Club3 min
- Youth Sports Videos: Consent and Safeguarding Basics for Clubs4 min
- Grassroots Club Fundraising Videos: Ask Supporters and Sponsors on Video3 min
- Sponsor and Partner Thank-You Videos for Sports Clubs3 min
- Esports and Fantasy League Communities: Video Recaps, Awards and Shout-Outs3 min
- Athlete Retirement and Testimonial Match Tributes on Video3 min
- Season Review Reels: Turn Fan Clips Into an End-of-Season Film (Without Music Rights Trouble)4 min
Campaigns and advocacy
- Petition Videos: How to Add Supporter Stories to Your Petition3 min
- Is Supporter Video Political Data? GDPR Special-Category Basics for Campaigners4 min
- Supporter Video Consent Form Template for Campaigns4 min
- Beneficiary and Impact Stories on Video: Ethical Collection for Charities4 min
- Volunteer Thank-You Videos: Recognise Volunteers at Scale2 min
- Video Testimonials for Fundraising Appeals: What to Ask and How to Use Them2 min
- Digital Imprints and Campaign Video: Rules to Check Before You Publish4 min
- Advocacy Day and Lobby Follow-Ups on Video2 min
- Moderating Supporter Video: Abuse, Misinformation and Safe Showcases4 min
Comparisons, alternatives and creator content
- Best Group Ecard Alternatives for a Real Video Reaction4 min
- Video Card vs Written Card: Which Message Actually Gets Rewatched?3 min
- How to Save a Video Message Before the Link Expires4 min
- Wedding Guest Video Messages: Ideas for Guests Who Can't Attend4 min
- How to Collect Wedding Video Messages Without Hiring a Videographer4 min
- Ways to Collect Feedback Compared: Forms, Calls, Email and Video4 min
- How to Get Listener Shout-Outs and Stories for Your Podcast4 min
- Collecting Customer Video Content for Your Blog or Product Page4 min
- How to Get User-Generated Video Content for a Small Business3 min
- Group Video Message Apps Compared: What to Look for Before You Pick One4 min
- How to Collect Video Reviews for a Service Business4 min
Team culture and collaboration
Presenters, speakers and events
One QR code or link.
Anywhere people are.
QR codes, screens, counters — one link works everywhere.
QR code on large-format display at conferences
A5 freestanding holder at point of sale
Link in your team email footer or signature
Drop the link in a channel or DM
QR code printed on box or product label
Large-format banner or A-board at events
Inside back page of a printed program or brochure
QR code printed on the bottom of a till receipt
QR code on the closing slide of a deck or keynote
Tap a badge, wristband or smart tag to open the link
Embedded button or banner on your own site
Link or QR code inside your own app
QR code on the back of a physical card
Link sent straight to someone's phone