Telephone systems have evolved dramatically over the past decade. Whether you’re using a traditional phone system or an advanced VoIP system, our digital production studio can produce your recordings in a variety of compatible formats. We produce high-quality catchy on hold messages that give your business a polished and professional sound, at just a fraction of the cost of what our competitors charge. Why you can’t afford NOT to have an On Hold Message Recent research shows that promoting your business’ services, or educating your customers through an on hold message not only improves the customer experience – but increases the likelihood of a prospect becoming a customer. We’ve been helping businesses for years to improve their telephonic marketing through well crafted on hold messages.
Select a voice from our extensive roster that will best represent your brand. You can even select multiple voice talents if desired.
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monitor what kind of message we are sending to our callers and the outside world. Some basic rules of telephone etiquette are. . . Speak directly into the mouthpiece of the phone or a headset while talking DO NOT eat or chew gum while talking on the telephone DO NOT cover the phone with your hand or put it against your chest to avoid the
Custom on-hold messages with background music, can be integrated into most telephone systems. Take advantage of your callers' waiting time to play important messages or broadcast your pre-made radio commercials. Companies spend huge amounts of money on advertising to get people's attention for just few seconds. So why not use this precious waiting time while you have the full attention of your callers, for free? It's the perfect opportunity to talk about your new products, mention promotions or remind people of what makes you stand out. Showcase yourself!
Submit your script, or draft, along with your project details and a description of how the voice should sound (be it conversational, informative, commanding...etc) and we'll send a demo for approval.
It doesn't matter how great your customer experience in store or with an employee is, if you neglect the on hold experience, you're neglecting the customer. Not sold? Check out Number 5, below:
To help you get started, we'll explain the effect that phone hold music has on customers, lay out the key criteria for selecting the best hold music, and even provide a free track that was selected by voters as the perfect hold song. Why hold music is worth investing in.
Call hold/call wait is a network feature (while it is activated by the handset) as such any music would be supplied by your carrier, there should be some there but chances are it's some wonderfull elevator style stuff (I'm partial to Brahms myself 😉 ). Apr 13, 2009 7:29 PM Reply Helpful Thread reply - more options Link to this Post Apr 14, 2009 2:23 PM in response to r.cloud In response to r.cloud
Had an urgent recording request and Sophie at Messages on Hold was onto it for me straight away. On this occasion, she was able to make my ridiculous next day timeline request and I'm very happy with the results of the 7 recordings! Great customer service the whole way through. Highly recommend. 7 months ago
**If you have an IP based telephone system digital equipment may not be necessary. In this case we will provide you with an audio file in the proper format for your IP system.
Set the right tone for the call by introducing your business in a welcoming manner. The message can be played either by itself or as an intro to IVR prompts.
Only bring attention to a hold when: But no matter what, refuse your urge to use distastefully curt phrases like “please hold” and “one moment.”. You should always use custom on hold messages, not trite and irritating ones. Before putting a customer on hold, make sure you have a proper hold procedure in place.
Our rosters of professional actors are masters at the art of persuasion! They know exactly how to connect, engage and effectively delivery your message to your audience. Each of our gorgeous studio sets can be customized with images or footage for your video production. We Get Things Done
When was the last time you were placed on-hold and felt like this guy because you had to listen to: -A message recorded (probably by an employee) and added to, over and over again at various levels?
It is vital that you put your most important messages first, it’s all about interest and impact. It is a ‘Fact’ that 90% of callers put on hold without dialog or music will hang up within the first 40 seconds and 34% of those callers will be lost forever. Callers stay on hold up to three times longer with on hold messages.
Hold music is one of those subjects that unites people from all walks of life. No matter where you’re from or what your background is, the prospect of five minutes listening to poorly chosen music while your telephone gradually makes a painful imprint on the side of your head fills everyone with a justifiable sense of dread.
Of those businesses that responded, 85% would recommend on hold messaging and believe it's a useful marketing tool that adds value to the business. They rated on hold marketing as effective as Internet, TV/Radio, Direct Mail, and Print marketing.