During this time, clear, current messaging for your phone system is essential. Covid-19, or Coronavirus, is impacting businesses and cities across the country in an unprecedented way.
You can find more information for recording from your phone and sample greeting scripts by clicking Instructions for recording on a phone and Show me a sample script. Edit After Hours Menu Options for Auto Attendants
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Check the Enable extension dialing without requiring a menu item check box to allow callers to directly dial an extension at any time.
-So long as phones can ring and eyes can see, leave a message, and I’ll get back to thee.
the fixed system message, "I'm sorry, the person you're trying to reach is unavailable at this time" followed by the fixed system prompt, "Begin speaking after the tone, then hang-up when you are finished or press any key for further options."
This is exactly why you need to create such a voicemail that lets your prospects analyze it and give their details for you to reach out to them.
Your phone number is the last thing you should say on a voicemail. Say it once, slowly, and make sure to repeat it again. This has two benefits: First, it makes your phone number the last thing they hear, which encourages an immediate callback.
In the side panel, toggle Enable Auto Attendant to off to disable the auto attendant. 4 Edit Auto Attendant General Settings
All of these questions are pertinent to their call, and it’s important that you answer any that is relevant to your specific situation. Make sure not to drag on too long going through all of the info.
You can add additional toll free or local numbers to your existing account at any time. You might want to use different phone numbers on your various marketing and advertising campaigns to track calls and ROI. Cost: $4.99/month per number.
2.) Welcome to John Doe. Unfortunately you are calling us outside our normal business hours. Personally you can reach us Monday to Friday from 8am 6pm and Saturday from 9am to 4pm. Please leave a message, or send us an email to: [email protected]. We will contact you as soon as possible - Thank you.
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It’s no wonder so many voice mail messages get deleted and never called back! If ever there was a situation that begged to be scripted, it’s your voicemail message. Isn’t this the time you want to sound your best, be perceived as a professional, and prepare the most polished message you can? Of course it is.
-Hi. I’m probably home. I’m just avoiding someone I don’t like. Leave me a message, and if I don’t call back, it’s you.
The following templates and text ideas can be used for almost any kind of voicemail greeting. You can switch the language of the text blocks by pressing the tab button.
You have reached the mailbox of the Claims Department. We are sorry that we are unable to take your call at this time, but please leave a detailed message and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We look forward to serving you. Thank you.