Obviously, I need to update it. And if you haven't changed your voicemail greeting in over a year, you're likely in the same boat.
Finally get an answering machine. Now how does this thing work? Hmmm. Press record button, I did that, and the light should be on. I wonder why it’s not working right. Hmmmm, I wonder what this button does……
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Whoopee, a call. I wonder who this could be? No…wait…don’t tell me…Oh yeah. Sorry, you bore me.
You have reached the , Strategic Air Command Nuclear Missile Storage Facility. We are unable to come to the phone right now. At the tone, please leave your name, number and target or list of targets and we’ll launch as soon as we can. And have a nice day.
5. Be Brief. The best after hours greetings are brief, direct, and punctual. Do not waste the customer's time and give them a reason to hang up by adding in unnecessary details.
10.) Guten Tag. Sie sind verbunden mit der Mustermann GmbH. Aus technischen Gründen können wir im Moment Ihren Anruf leider nicht persönlich entgegennehmen. Wir hoffen sehr auf Ihr Verständnis und arbeiten mit Hochdruck an einer Lösung. Wenn Sie möchten, können Sie uns gerne eine Nachricht über unsere Homepage www.mustermann.de zukommen lassen. Vielen Dank und auf Wiederhören.
Please leave a message as soon as possible and I'll get back to you at the sound of the tone. 29. Hi, this is George. I'm sorry I can't answer the phone right now. Leave a message, and then wait by your phone until I call you back. 30. Hello, this is …
5. Seven Best Business Voicemail Greetings. If you've called outside of our office hours, someone will get back with you during the first few hours of the next business day.
Hello, this is (your name). I apologize for not taking your call right now. Leave me a message and wait by your phone till I can call you back.
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Pro Tip: Smile while you’re recording your greeting and your voice will sound pleasant.
When on vacation, provide your callers with a return date and a back-up contact person to accommodate emergencies. This prevents you from potentially damaging a valued relationship while you enjoy some time off.
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Here are some tips from Holdcom's Client Relations team about voicemail messages for business:
In certain situations, it’s a good idea to let a call go to voicemail. If you’re in a loud area, unable to spend 10-15 minutes talking, or are otherwise distracted, don’t answer. Recruiters who cold-call candidates will understand that you’re simply unavailable – but make sure to return calls in a timely manner. If possible, call back during regular business hours.
8.) Welcome to the Service Department of the John Doe. Unfortunately, all lines are busy at the moment. Please leave a message after the tone with your name and phone number. We will call you back as soon as possible. We wish you a nice day.
Hey, sorry I missed you. There may be one of the reasons why I can’t get to the phone: a) I’m with my girl (laugh), b) I am totally wasted and can’t remember how to use a phone, or c) I just don’t wanna talk to YOU. Leave a message.