Make sure you keep your promises too. If you want to specify a time (which you should) ensure you get back to the customer within the timeframe.
If you will follow these simple tips, you will make a positive impression through your voicemail greeting. If you have any additional tips, please share them in the comments section below this post.
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Record a voicemail that is as unique as your business, and add a human touch when creating the message. Encourage your caller to leave a message describing what their needs are.
43. Hello, this is [X company]. We’re not able to take your call at the moment, but please leave a brief message so we can get back to you shortly.
Also, remember your company identity and branding – you can afford to be less formal with your greeting if you are a company that is known for a more quirky, outgoing approach.
If it works better for you, offer your callers the option to email you, or even send over a text to a VoIP texting app, or even your personal number if you don’t mind. Many people will prefer the ability to quickly text or email, and callers will appreciate the increased level of service.
5.) Bienvenido/a a John Doe. Gracias por su llamada. En estos momentos todos nuestros empleados están ocupados. Por favor, espere, en seguida le atenderemos.
4.) Tous nos employés sont occupés avec d’autres clients. Votre appel a été pris en compte et un représentant vous rappellera dès que possible. Nous vous remercions pour votre compréhension – Au revoir.
الشركة هناك. كما يمكنك أيضا أن مراسلتنا عن طريق البريد الإلكتروني[email protected] لحظة من فضلك. سوف نكون معك بعد قليل.
Listen to your messages and return your calls as soon as possible. Of all the lines of communication available (social media, text, email, etc.,) your callers resulted in picking up the phone to call you because they wanted to speak with a live person. Do them the common courtesy and give them a call back when you first have the chance.
3.) Éste es un servicio de pago. Si se mantiene a la espera le transferiremos con un técnico. En caso de que no sea lo que necesita, por favor, cuelgue.
Now that you know which script to use, how do you record it? Depending on your budget and the resources available to you, you can record the script yourself, use a text-to-speech program, or hire a professional voice actor to record your greeting.
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11. “Hello! You’ve reached [company name] support line. We’ll be happy to help with your inquiry. In the meantime, have you checked out our [website, help forum, etc.]? It may have the answer you’re looking for. If not, leave your name, number and reason for your call. We’ll reach out to you within the day. Thanks for calling [company name].” Sometimes, a caller likes to find the answer to their own questions. Let them discover by directing them to your website or help forum if you have one.
Voice Prompts – usually combined with a Business Intro announcement, used for Auto Attendant and IVR prompts to provide menu options and assist in telephone navigation.
A monotone voice can be a turn off for a caller. You want your caller to feel like they missed out on speaking with you — not like they dodged a bullet.
It’s important that your voicemail makes a good impression and conveys professionalism to anyone who calls. Here at UniTel Voice, we specialize in helping business owners set up a virtual voicemail system that not only helps them sound professional but also keeps them connected with voicemail-to-email and voicemail transcription (voice-to-text) technology.