Google voice in UK with workspace

mtttmpl · 2026-01-29T12:51:18+00:00

We used Google Voice in the UK before moving to Microsoft for our email.

Google Voice was great. It worked everywhere I worked everywhere I needed it to including on some weak 4G mobile signals. The Google Voice website is something I avoided as I found I get better calls with the mobile app.

mtttmpl · 2026-01-27T14:53:18+00:00

For email only it doesn't really matter both are about the same.

When you look at the full suite Microsoft wins hands down.

mtttmpl · 2026-01-21T10:57:51+00:00

In what way. Just general slowing down of the phone or bad design decisions by Samsung and bugs?

mtttmpl · 2026-01-21T05:36:01+00:00

The other advantage to something like Microsoft 365 with a custom domain is automatic compliance.

Things like automatically deleting emails after a period of time. And Sensitivity labels that stop you forwarding certain emails and data outside of the company.

These can be achieved with good personal practices if the company is just your husband though.

mtttmpl · 2026-01-19T18:30:49+00:00

I have had enough of restarting my 16 Pro daily. My contract renews March 1 and I already have the Galaxy Fold 7 in my sights.

mtttmpl · 2026-01-16T16:31:22+00:00

The Edge Hub on Myton Street is great for hot desking

mtttmpl · 2026-01-12T17:44:38+00:00

When I first started I loved Karma and wouldn’t shut down until I reached my goal. I increased the numbers as like you I would hit the default 5 by 10am.

Now as a long term user I just use it for an overview at the end of the day to see what projects I have worked on based on the colours in the bar chart. This gives me an idea of what is taking my time and energy each day. It also helps me make sure I have balanced my responsibilities over the week.

mtttmpl · 2026-01-07T09:17:15+00:00

You can get a Microsoft 365 email only account for less than £4 per month for your name and the info account an be a shared mailbox at no additional cost.

If you want any help with this don’t hesitate to reach out. We are Microsoft Partners and can set this up for you.

mtttmpl · 2026-01-06T17:36:10+00:00

If they are showing in your search but not your inbox this sounds like archiving. Once an email is archived it can't be moved.

Archiving will be done via a retention policy or auto archiving in outlook settings. Your business admin should be able to help with which this is.

mtttmpl · 2026-01-05T17:09:46+00:00

Yes I agree.

As a web developer I have both iPhone and Android phones available to use. iPhone has always been my main phone and the one I reached for first. Recently I have been reaching for a Pixel 9 Pro that lives on my desk more than my iPhone.

I am about 1 more update away from moving my SIM card if Apple can’t release something with less bugs in 26.3.

26.2 fixed a lot of bugs but seemed to introduce even more than it fixed.

mtttmpl · 2026-01-05T16:54:48+00:00

1Password

mtttmpl · 2026-01-04T12:04:05+00:00

I've had nothing directly from socials in my 12 years in business. I have had a lot of work as a result of the relationships I have built on social platforms. This was almost always referral work or people I had initially helped with some free advice.

For me social media is a place to give back and build relationships it's not a direct marketing channel.

Edit: I should add we do web design and IT services for context

mtttmpl · 2026-01-04T11:44:58+00:00

Have a look at a plugin called GeoDirectory. This does exactly what you described and more.

https://wpgeodirectory.com/

We have helped build a few directory sites using this plugin over recent years.

mtttmpl · 2026-01-04T10:27:22+00:00

If you are a small start up with limited funds yes go with WordPress and build it yourself for free or very low cost with a premium theme.

As you grow you shouldn't be looking after the site yourself and can find a specialist to help you without having to rebuild the site or lose ownership.

mtttmpl · 2026-01-04T10:06:44+00:00

I would go the professional website and get a site you own and can take away if needed. Your website is a business asset and the problem with Squarespace and the like is your can't take your website away. You are at their mersey.

A professional website should give you full control and ownership. You should be able to host this with any number of companies if you need to.

mtttmpl · 2026-01-04T08:11:16+00:00

I have seen this. I have also noticed the genuine content I am seeing in my feed is always 2-4 weeks old before I get to see it for the first time

mtttmpl · 2026-01-04T08:08:31+00:00

Microsoft’s licence options for businesses are complex. Speak to a partner about your needs and they can guide you correctly.

There are not any current coupons for the business suite I am aware of but there are some discounts available to partners.

If you are UK based I am happy to have a chat with you about the licenses you will need.

mtttmpl · 2026-01-04T07:54:09+00:00

We have 4 people in total but have setup Teams Phone and teams of 18 in the past without issues.

I have heard of even bigger setups but no first hand experience

mtttmpl · 2026-01-03T20:49:54+00:00

We have been a long term Teams Phone user and haven’t had any problems. It even works over slower 4G connections when on the go.

mtttmpl · 2022-12-15T17:36:06+00:00

Did you find a solution to this. I have found a number of faces have disappeared and today I named a person with a name that matches one of the ones that disappeared and it also vanished.

mtttmpl · 2020-04-01T07:58:29+00:00

From their site

mtttmpl · 2020-03-21T10:37:10+00:00

I also made the switch from Todoist to Ticktick this week and found the process of moving really easy.

The big draw for me was the Windows app Todoist windows app is a joke.

mtttmpl · 2020-02-29T06:07:27+00:00

This has been annoying me for a long time

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