3 Tips to Make Sure Your Voicemail Message is Not Deleted
It happened again. This is a true story.
On Friday I was out of my office most of the day and returned at about 4:45.
One of the voice mail messages I received was understandable . . . except for the person’s name. A very important part of a voice mail message. This is what the message sounded like: “Hello, this is JoAnn . . . ”
The problem? It was a man’s voice. Since I have never heard of a man named JoAnn, I replayed the message three times and even had a friend listen to the message. She also thought the man said his name was JoAnn.
As it turned out, when I returned the call, I learned the man’s name was actually Julian.
Do people not realize how their voice mail messages sound?
Some sales reps think that leaving a voice mail message is a waste of time. Well, it is, if your message is not understandable.
Three Ways to Make Sure Your Voicemail Message is Not Deleted Immediately
from Voice Mail Tips and Scripts
1.) Speak clearly and use both your first and last name.
2.) Leave your telephone number and extension number immediately after stating your name. At the end of your voicemail message repeat your name and telephone number.
3.) Make sure your message lasts no longer than 30 seconds. Most of us have a very short attention span. A message lasting longer than 30 seconds often gets deleted before the end of the message.
When making a telephone call, be prepared to deal with voice mail. Show that you’ve put some advance thought and research into your call. That alone will make you stand out from 98 percent of all callers.
Most busy executives will listen only to the first two sentences before they delete you.
Find out how to avoid the 6 worst voice mail mistakes.
About The Author
Ann Barr is a telesales marketing success coach with a passion for teaching. She loves helping people who are starting out in new telesales careers and working with experienced sales reps who are looking for new ideas and tips. In addition to presenting monthly e-classes, she writes and edits direct-mail marketing letters and emails for clients. Sign up today for Ann’s free Weekly Sales Tips and get marketing tips and ideas to increase your sales!
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