Thanks for calling. At the beep, please hang up and just send me a brief text. I seriously don't have time to listen to lengthy voicemails.
Thank you for calling (Your Name) at (Your Business), where (What You Do). I’m sorry that I was unable to take your call. Please leave me your name, number, and a quick message and I’ll call you back shortly.
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– Sorry, I can’t be everywhere, and sitting by the phone ready to take your call, just isn’t going to happen. The best thing to do is to leave your message and not be offended that I wasn’t able to speak with you. Thanks.
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Here’s another funny one for those times you really want to lighten the business mood:
Voicemails need to maintain a professional consistency that’s aligned with the entity it’s representing. That said, the structure can vary depending on the situation. There’s no template set in stone. In fact, trite and generic should be off the table. The goal should be a balance of uniqueness and practicality.
Your voice and message should come across as solid and professional. Continue to rehearse it until you get it just right.
9. Howdy, right here’s [your name], [your job title] at [your company]. I’m at this time away from my desk, but please toddle away a message with your title, quantity, and explanation for calling so I will receive aid to you in a timely plot.
When unable to answer the phone, a voicemail message can be important. Below are examples of what to say in a voicemail message. Whether recording the message for a personal phone or a business line, these ideas will help. Using humor is appropriate in some situations, but humor should be avoided in situations including serious businesses where
4. Hi, this is [your name]. I’m unable to take your call right now but leave your name and number, and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
“Hi. You have reached (your name). I am sorry that I’m not able to take your call right now. Please leave your name, number and your message and I will call you at the earliest. Thanks.”
5. Hi, this is [your name]. I can’t get to the phone right now, but please leave a message with your name and number, and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
18. “Happy holidays! [I’m, the team at X company is] away until [date], however, we’ll make sure to call you back straight away when we return. If your request is urgent, email [emergency contact] at [email address]. Thanks, and have a wonderful [day, week].”
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What kind of company do you run? A law firm may prefer more formal business voicemail greetings than a trendy retail store, for example.
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