First impressions matter, and even if someone is familiar enough with your business to get on the phone and reach out, that first call can have a big impact on how they perceive your business.
Bryan Nunes of Blo in Raleigh, North Carolina believe it’s also important you know whom you speaking with, so he includes the name of the greeter in the script: “Thank you for choosing Blo, this is Tiffany. How may I assist you today?”
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Let the customer know that they're being served by a real person, and not an impersonal automated system. Ask a question. “How are you doing today?” “How may I direct your call?” “What can I do for you?” Whatever question you ask, it should let your caller know that you care, and are there for them.
At Bella Salon and Day Spa in North East, Pennsylvania, owners Darlene Youngs, Cheryl Phillips and Stephanie Dowd, acknowledge that clients have a choice with their scripted greeting: “With all the choices you have, we truly appreciate you choosing us.”
Thank you for calling BusinessCo. Unfortunately you have called us outside business hours. For more information on our products and services please visit our website at businessco.com.au. Alternatively, please leave your name, phone number and a message and we’ll return your call on our next business day. Thank you.
Hi, this is Tom, the sales manager at Orlando Powersports. I’m either busy assisting customers, getting ready for our End of Season Sale, featuring deep discounts on our huge selection of power sports equipment and gear or if I’m really lucky, I’m out riding the latest CAN-AM DS 250! Leave a message, and I will call you back as soon as possible. Thanks for calling!
10. “Hey, this is [your name]. Thanks for reaching out. I’m busy at the moment, but if you leave your name, number, and message, I’ll return your call.
Please leave your contact info, full name, and other details and I’ll call you back once I’m back in the [city/country/area]. Ciao for now!”
At Omagi Salon and Spa, in Louisville, Kentucky, owner Marian Sang also has a surprise for new clients: “During the salon and spa tour, guests are invited to enter their name into a drawing for a free service which is given away once a month.”
Hi, you have reached Angela, Senior Recruitment Specialist. If you are calling to inquire about the status of your application, you can access that information by logging into your account on our online portal, where you applied. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, it is not possible to respond directly to all applicants, only to those whose candidacy is being pursued. For additional information on our recruitment process and what you can expect, please review the FAQ page on our website. If you need immediate assistance, please call back and dial extension 6 for the Human Resources receptionist, or you can leave a message, and I will return your call. Thank you.
These are just a few ideas to get the gears turning. These are simple examples, but don’t be afraid to show a little personality.
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09Hey, I’m available right now but can’t find my phone. Kindly leave a message and I will call you back as soon as I get it. This cute message will help your callers know you aren’t close to your cell phone. They’ll be reassured that once you get their message, you’ll call them back.
“Hi, you know who you called; leave a message, maybe they’ll call you back. Then again, maybe they won’t. That’s how life is. Point is, you’ve done what you can. Have a nice day.”
24.Hello, you’ve called [X company]. We are currently unable to take your call. Please visit our company website at [company website URL] to speak to chat with a representative, or email us at [X email address]. If you’d like us to call you back, please leave your name and phone number, and our team will get in touch with you within 24 hours.
Composing these types of greetings are fun, but they aren’t applicable for some situations. You may make a funny voicemail greeting for your own personal voicemail box. However, it’s not appropriate for professional or business phones. Here are some humorous examples for you: You have reached [mention your name].