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The video provides a comprehensive guide on setting up and utilizing a free business phone number for a notary business using Google Voice. The speaker starts by explaining how to acquire a Google Voice number, navigating through the website to link it to one's existing cellphone, eliminating the need for an additional device. They demonstrate the process by trying to find a number for Fort Lauderdale, Florida, eventually succeeding by using a specific zip code to get an easy-to-remember number.
Once set up, the presenter walks through various settings within the Google Voice app, such as linking personal numbers, porting numbers, and managing caller ID and call forwarding. They emphasize the importance of features like call screening to filter spam and ensure professional handling of calls by having custom caller ID names and greetings, e.g., "Virgil, Notary" or "Brazil Notary."
Further, they demonstrate incoming call scenarios, adjusting notifications to streamline call management by directing them solely to their phone, and utilizing features to announce the caller's name before answering. For those using specific devices like an iPhone SE, they highlight the benefits of using an unlocked phone compatible with various carriers, such as Mint Mobile, and suggest recording custom greetings for a professional touch.
The video concludes with practical tips on using Google Voice efficiently for business purposes, encouraging viewer engagement through comments, subscriptions, and sharing additional resources like referral codes for services mentioned.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker explains how to obtain a free business phone number for a notary business using Google Voice. They demonstrate the process by going to the Google Voice website, indicating that it allows you to connect a new business number to your existing cellphone. This eliminates the need to purchase an additional phone. The speaker also shares tips on distinguishing business calls from personal calls by saving the Google Voice number under the business name in your contacts. They walk through the steps of setting up a Google Voice number, starting by entering the city or area code when prompted.
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In this part of the video, the presenter attempts to find a Google Voice number for Fort Lauderdale, Florida but initially finds that no numbers are available. They then try a different approach by entering a specific zip code which mistakenly provides numbers for Alabama. After some adjustments, they successfully find and select an easy-to-remember Fort Lauderdale number (954-501-0552). The presenter verifies the chosen number by entering their existing phone number, receiving a verification code on their cell phone, and finalizing the setup. The process ends with the new Google Voice number being successfully linked to their Google account.
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In this part of the video, the presenter demonstrates setting up and using a Google Voice number. They save the Google Voice number under their business name in their phone and explain how to access and adjust various settings within the Google Voice app. Key settings include linking personal numbers, porting numbers, forwarding messages to email, managing caller ID for outgoing calls, specifying devices for answering incoming calls, handling call forwarding, and enabling email notifications for missed calls. The presenter also explains the call screening feature and its benefits for filtering out spam or scam calls, as well as the importance of showing the Google Voice number as the caller ID when forwarding calls.
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In this part of the video, the presenter explains how Google Voice works for incoming calls and demonstrates its features. They highlight that when someone calls their Google Voice number, the saved caller ID name (e.g., “Virgil, Notary”) appears. They mention options such as screening calls, sending calls to voicemail, and setting up custom greetings for a professional touch. The presenter then goes on to demonstrate receiving a call by calling the Google Voice number from their business phone. They temporarily disable their virtual background to ensure clear visibility of the phone screen for viewers and proceed to show that the caller ID displays “Brazil Notary” when the call comes in. Finally, they attempt to make the setup prompt them to say their name for the Google caller.
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In this part of the video, the speaker is adjusting settings on their computer to manage incoming calls more efficiently. They turn off call notifications on the web and direct them only to their phone. They demonstrate how to screen calls so that the caller’s name is announced before answering. The speaker explains features such as pressing one to accept the call or two to send it to voicemail and advises keeping the option to show the Google Voice number on for business calls. They emphasize the importance of properly answering business calls using an appropriate greeting to maintain professionalism.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses using an iPhone SE purchased from eBay for $100 or $120, which is unlocked and can be used with any wireless carrier, including Mint Mobile. The speaker mentions sharing a referral code in the comments for those interested in signing up for Mint Mobile, which offers a small monetary benefit for referrals. Additionally, the speaker advises recording a custom greeting if using Google Voice for business purposes and invites viewers to leave questions in the comments, subscribe to their channel, and follow their content. The segment concludes with a farewell to the viewers.