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So, you’ve called in to a customer service line looking for help regarding a product or service you’ve purchased. Your hope is that your questions will be answered and your issues resolved quickly, and by a person who is capable and amiable.
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To keep the information in your program current, you should review your script whenever your business has updated policies or procedures, new promotions or special offers, or changing customer service strategies.
The music in our on hold music section is pre-licensed, which means we can mix it with your on-hold messages without charging an additional music license. Also, this smaller selection of music is not in a PRO such as ASCAP, BMI, PRS etc. so you won't have to pay these agencies a fee for playing music on hold. You can use music from our library if you wish but there will be an additional license cost and not all of it is PRO free.
If you have a nice voice and more or less decent recording equipment, you can record your own on hold messages.
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The Perceived wait time could frustrate a caller if he feels the time on hold is excessive. Even if he is on hold for a few minutes – it may seem longer.
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Here are a few things to keep in mind to have a killer script your callers will be receptive to: Speak to your audience: When creating a script, make sure you know WHO you’re talking to above anything else. Is it moms, teenagers or middle-aged men who like golf? Appeal to their interests in relation to your business with a captive voice, and they’ll be much more willing to listen (and be patient while doing so). Time it appropriately: You know your business better than anyone else, so as such, you’re probably aware of a caller’s average hold times. While this can vary with growth and other factors, make sure you record enough messages to fill the time so a caller isn’t stuck hearing an eternal loop of the same 3 messages. They’ll thank you for it by being far less irritated. Stay current: Some companies have seasonal sales and changes, so including this in your script as the year progresses means you remain relevant with the latest and greatest. For example, during the holidays you can say “Seasons greetings from Fletcher’s Flowers...” or something similar. You can also include event notifications, advertisements, and other informational messages so they learn more about your business. Be natural: Think about how you’d like to be talked to. Typically, a robot isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. Writing for auditory purposes elicits a different approach than writing for digital or print. Make sure whatever your script is that you read it aloud, and test it out on coworkers or friends. If they get bored or disengage, chances are, your callers will too. Know their path: What’s your end goal for what you’d like your caller to accomplish? Tailor your messaging to them based on what you come up with. If you’d like to upsell, consider using some on hold time to discuss a company-wide promotion they can take advantage of, or a fun fact about your industry they wouldn’t know. Give a call-back option: If your phone system has the feature and a caller doesn’t have time to spend on hold, offer them the option to receive a callback without affecting their position in line, or to leave a message. This can alleviate the stress of waiting.
If you’re comfortable doing the recording in-house, but you aren’t sure how to put it all together, you could find a freelancer from a service like Upwork to handle this part for you. You’d select a freelancer to work with, provide them with your files and directions, and let them handle the rest.
When it comes to writing comedy, you need to have people around you. There should be people around you that you can bounce ideas off of. Otherwise, you’ll just be telling yourself jokes and slowly go insane as you force yourself to laugh at your own jokes.
The difference between writing a script and writing for print is that scripts must be written for the ear and written for effective delivery by voice talent. It must be written in a conversational tone. When you create a script that’s listenable, your callers will better understand your business.
On Hold Messages from Impact help you stand out from competitors, make more sales, and keep clients happy.
On premise – Discs are sent directly to your business, insert the media and the equipment does the rest. The content is digitized onto the equipment’s memory so the sound is crystal clear no matter how many times it is played. Hotel/Motel http://www.moodmedia.com/demo-content/samples/voice/mp3/On%20Hold%20-%20Hotel%20Motel%20-%20Amenities.mp3 AUTOMOTIVE http://www.moodmedia.com/demo-content/samples/voice/mp3/On%20Hold%20-%20Automotive%20-%20No%20Pressure%20Guarantee.mp3 Casual Dining http://www.moodmedia.com/demo-content/samples/voice/mp3/On%20Hold%20-%20Casual%20Dining%20-%20Menu%20Highlights.mp3 Medical http://www.moodmedia.com/demo-content/samples/voice/mp3/On%20Hold%20-%20Medical%20-%20Healthy%20Eating%20Habits.mp3 Financial http://www.moodmedia.com/demo-content/samples/voice/mp3/On%20Hold%20-%20Credit%20Union%20Banks%20-%20Savings.mp3 Insurance http://www.moodmedia.com/demo-content/samples/voice/mp3/On%20Hold%20-%20Insurance%20-%20Asset%20Protection.mp3
In an ideal world you’d never put a caller on hold, but since most of the time that’s not a reasonable expectation for those tasked with receiving calls, your hold button is necessary. And, when it comes to your business, silence is not golden. Dead air on the other end of the line is not only a waste of a golden opportunity, it can leave callers frustrated, questioning whether or not you’re still even on the line.
Or the other person may not show up at all, as happened to me, and "I'm On Hold" will loop and loop ad infinitum. At least, until you hang up. Read & Listen Home News Arts & Life Music Podcasts Programs Connect Newsletters Facebook Twitter Instagram Press Contact & Help About NPR Overview Diversity Ethics Finances Public Editor Corrections Get Involved Support Public Radio Sponsor NPR NPR Careers NPR Shop NPR Events NPR Extra Terms of Use Privacy Your Privacy Choices Text Only
A comedic on hold message script isn’t just some novelty you can invest in because you feel like it. It’s a way to distinguish your company and establish your brand, and it can help make your customers more eager to do business with you. It’s icing on the cake of your company; without it, it’s not really a cake at all.