Latest posts by Tori Nonnet

Interpreting emojis and text abbreviations in messages from your kids and grandkids
  • November 18, 2024
Have you ever tried texting with your kid or grandchild and felt like they’re speaking a different language? They are! Communication has changed so much in recent years that if you feel like you need a translator just to understand what they’re texting you, you are not alone. We’ve compiled a list of popular emojis and their meanings, along with text abbreviations you’ll likely see when messaging with the younger crowd. [Read More]
Posted in Blog
The pros and cons of messaging with emojis in the workplace
  • November 18, 2024
Emojis have moved from informal communication to the business world. If you're unsure if this is the right move for your business, read about the pros and cons of messaging with emojis in a professional business environment. [Read More]
Posted in Blog
Celebrate the invention of the internet on October 29—International Internet Day
  • October 2, 2024
From education to entertainment, employment to enterprise endeavors, the invention of the internet has opened digital doors with just a keystroke. The internet is recognized on International Internet Day that lands on October 29th. [Read More]
Posted in Generic Blog - Home phone topic
13 tips to teach kids phone etiquette at home
  • March 13, 2024
From the time a child can answer the phone, practicing good phone etiquette is essential. Kids these days have access to computers and technology at such a young age that we assume they intuitively know proper etiquette, but that’s not true. One reason is they have fewer opportunities to witness the art of traditional telephone communication. But phone etiquette is still something they should learn and this blog post can help. [Read More]
Posted in Home Phone Blog
8 tips to shape your 2024 business goals
  • January 29, 2024
With 2023 in the rearview mirror and tax preparations about to demand all your attention, now is a great time to pause and set annual performance objectives for your business.We asked our community of Ooma Office customers to share their top goals for the year to help inspire you in creating solid 2024 business goals. [Read More]
Posted in Business Blog
Resolve to build your social wellness this year
  • January 3, 2024
If you’ve already made a point to call friends and talk with family over the holidays, the new year is the perfect opportunity to keep up the social connection and set a routine to talk on the phone more regularly. [Read More]
Posted in Home Phone Blog
Call friends and talk with family this holiday season
  • December 8, 2023
In the digital age, we appear to be more connected than ever before—just about everybody has a mobile phone tethered to their hand. Yet loneliness is epidemic today, especially during the holidays and for those who are elderly, live alone, or reside far from loved ones. [Read More]
Posted in Home Phone Blog
How many phone numbers have you memorized?
  • November 6, 2023
According to the 509 Ooma Nation respondents to a September 2023 poll, the vast majority said they have memorized five or more phone numbers. Find out why everyone should commit at least a couple numbers to memory. [Read More]
Posted in Home Phone Blog
9 reasons people keep their landline
  • September 29, 2023
Advocates of Ooma home phone service can be pretty passionate about keeping a home phone. Nine Ooma Nation members explain why they're hanging on to their landline phones. [Read More]
Posted in Blog
10 real-life romantic phone calls to light up your Valentine’s Day
  • February 10, 2023
Roses are red, violets are blue, there’s nothing better than someone ringing to say, “I love you.” It’s nearly Valentine’s Day, and that means that romance is in the air, heart-shaped candies are in stores and sweet nothings are only a phone call away. [Read More]
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10 ways small business leaders are fighting inflation (2022)
  • August 9, 2022
During this challenging time, it can be super helpful to get insights and ideas from others on how to deal with inflation. That’s why we turned to our community of Ooma customers and asked them to share how their business is coping. Check out what they’re doing below: [Read More]
Posted in Business Blog
How to deal with inflation, according to Ooma customers (2022)
  • July 22, 2022
There’s been a lot of talk about inflation lately and for good reason. It’s been over 40 years since we’ve seen costs rise the way they have been these past few months. According to the latest Consumer Price Index report, we’re currently experiencing the largest 12-month increase in consumer prices since 1981. [Read More]
Posted in Home Phone Blog