Once you have your message, you need to actually record it. The exact process varies depending on whether you’re using a cell phone or office phone, but here’s the basic process: Press the voicemail button, or press and hold 1 on most cell phones. Enter your password. Record your message. Listen to the message you just recorded. Follow the prompts to save your message. Following Up on Voicemail Messages
Back in 1997, Seinfeld’s character, George Costanza, attempts to avoid a breakup call from his girlfriend and we hear his comical outgoing machine recording.
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The SALON TODAY editorial team has been gathering what we felt were some inspired salon greetings and salutations and thought we’d share:
People don’t expect you to respond to a text message right away. But they do expect you to respond.
It’s hard to answer the phones 24/7. But your customers don’t just call during business hours. And whether your employees are busy or everyone’s out of the office, it’s important to have somewhere to direct your overflow calls. Numerous phone answering services have evolved to support businesses by picking up the calls they can’t handle, including virtual receptionists, auto attendants, call centers, and text answering services like Numa.
Thanks for calling [Company Name]. Our offices are currently closed. Our business hours are from Monday to Friday 9 AM to 8 PM Eastern Time, and Saturday 9 AM to 12 PM Eastern. If you would like to leave a message in our general voice mailbox, press 1. A representative will contact you the following business day. To reach our company directory, press 2. For business hours and directions to our office, press 3. You may also email us at [company email]. For more information about our products and services, please visit us at [website]. To repeat this message, press the * key. 7. Direct Customers to Your Account Login Page
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It’s frustrating enough to reach a voicemail… being helpful and friendly will go a long way and reduce annoyance!
14. "Hello, you've reached the Sales Department at [Company name]. All of our representatives are currently helping clients [insert goal such as, 'achieve 40% growth through streamlining HR operations'] and are unable to take your call. Please leave your name, company, and phone number and we'll give you a call back ASAP. Thank you!"
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2. My ass and I are out for a walk. So as soon as I can get my ass back in the house, I’ll give you a call. Leave a message till then.
Simply speak into your phone or computer while recording a greeting with your business phone service. If you need to create your own audio file, the voice memo app on your phone should do fine.
A busy greeting should tell callers that your phone lines are currently in use. You can direct people to wait on hold or leave a message. For example, “Hello, you’ve reached [company name]. Our representatives are currently helping other customers. Please stay on the line to speak with the next available team member, or press one to leave a message and we’ll call you back.”
It’s highly applicable for businesses that want to add a personal touch without having to record individualized greetings. It’s also great for people who want to address their friends and family more uniquely and warmly.
"Of all the messages on all the phones in all the world, you have to leave one for me." Work on your Terminator impression with this short and sweet quip. "Leave a message. I'll call back." Exude your Southern belle charm a la Gone with the Wind. "Thanks for calling. Leave your name and number and I'll call you back tomorrow.
32. Hi, you’ve reached [your name] at [your company]. I’m away from my desk. Please leave your name, number and a message, and I will get right back to you.
When people call your main company phone number, a professional sounding greeting helps you welcome callers, creating a great first impression and providing them with any instructions or information you want to share.