EFFECTIVE VOICE MAILS
February 27th, 2008
One of the greatest challenges for any job seeker is to have their calls returned. Just think for a moment of the endless messages you have left without any response. I’d like to share a voice mail with you that I GUARANTEE will get you “call backs!”
“Hello, my name is __________ my telephone number is ___________. Someone has suggested we talk. When you call me back please tell whoever answers my phone to interupt me no matter what I’m doing, I don’t want to miss your call. Again my name is _______________ and my telephone number is ____________. I greatly look forward to our conversation. Thanks!
This messages makes the person feel IMPORTANT because they can interupt you no matter what you are doing. It doesn’t matter if you leave a work, home or cell phone. This gives the impression that you are leaving a work number. Make sure the message on your voice mail is very professional. If you are not currently employed, you can not have children answering your phone. It could prevent you from getting a second call from a prospective employer. Trust me on this - this voice mail works!
Barb Bruno, CPC, CTS
