Live telephone conversations aren’t dead yet, and the key to receiving that crucial call back is leaving a great voice mail message. To be safe, before you dial, make sure you have enough time for the call and assume the person is going to answer. But when you hear the beep, be prepared:
- Choose your words carefully: Saying the name of the person you are calling is a great way to draw them in. People like hearing their name, so begin the message by saying, “hello Mark…” and then close out the call by saying it again, “Talk to you soon. Thanks, Mark.”
- Be concise: Avoid rambling by taking the time to jot down at least two points you want to make during your message. Rehearse before you call and you’ll never have to end with an apology about how long and drawn out your message is.
- Make your number count: It might be a great message, but no one wants to listen to it three times in order to accurately take down your number. Try physically writing out your number as you recite it or imagine yourself dialing the numbers you speak. This helps ensure you’re offering the number slowly enough.
- Do it on the sly: If you’re in a rush and don’t want to get caught up in a lengthy conversation or you need to deliver a precise message without entertaining questions, there is hope. SLYDIAL. Here’s how it works:
· Dial 267-SLYDIAL (267-759-3425) from any landline or mobile phone.
· At the voice prompt, enter the U.S. mobile phone number of the person you want to reach (sorry, but landline won’t work).
· You will be directly connected to their voicemail.
· Leave a message, sit back and relax.
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