The Global Scheduling Problem
Scheduling across timezones is painful when you try to coordinate exact times:
- ❌ Endless back-and-forth converting times between zones
- ❌ Daylight saving changes throwing off calculations
- ❌ Someone's always stuck with a terrible time slot
- ❌ Complex scheduling tools that overwhelm participants
The Smarter Approach: Date First
Instead of polling for exact times, poll for dates. Once everyone agrees on the day, coordinate the specific time separately.
- âś“ Everyone votes on which days work for them
- ✓ No timezone conversion needed—Tuesday is Tuesday everywhere
- âś“ Find the date with the most availability first
- âś“ Then pick a time that works for that specific group
Perfect For Global Teams
Remote teams
Coordinate team meetings when your colleagues span multiple continents.
International clients
Schedule client calls without timezone confusion or missed meetings.
Distributed events
Plan webinars or virtual events that work for attendees worldwide.
Family across borders
Find video call times that work for family members in different countries.
How It Works
Create your poll with date options
Select the dates you're considering for your meeting or event.
Share the link with participants anywhere
Send it to team members in New York, London, Tokyo—wherever they are.
Everyone votes on which days work
No timezone math—participants simply mark the dates they're available.
Find the date that works for everyone
See at a glance which dates have the most availability, then coordinate the time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why poll for dates instead of specific times?
Polling for dates eliminates timezone confusion entirely. Once everyone agrees on the day, you can coordinate the specific time with the smaller group who's available—often just a quick message or calendar invite.
How do I coordinate the actual meeting time?
After finding the best date, send a calendar invite or message to the available participants. With a smaller group and a confirmed day, picking a time is much simpler.
What if someone is traveling?
Since you're polling for dates, travel doesn't complicate voting. Participants simply mark days they're available regardless of where they'll be.
Is this approach better than time-slot polling?
For distributed teams, yes. Time-slot polls require complex timezone handling and often overwhelm participants. Date-first polling is simpler and gets faster responses.
Ready to find a date that works globally?
Create a date poll in seconds. No timezone math required.
Create your pollPerfect for remote teams and async scheduling. Also see: Doodle alternatives or scheduling best practices.