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Answer Promptly
Answer before the third ring if at all possible. If youre talking on another line or to a person at your desk, excuse yourself, answer the phone, permit the caller to state his/her purpose, then tell him/her you are on another line and ask him/her if he/she can wait for a minute, or ask if theyd like to leave a message.
Suggestion: When answering someones elses line, give the name of the company and your name.
Identify Yourself
When answering your own line you can give department and name at the same time and then your name; i.e., ica Center , gaurav speaking...
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Courtesy
Clarity
Callers name and company name (if applicable) Time and Date of call What the call is regarding (if possible) If a follow up or return call is needed Phone number (office or home)
In transferring calls:
Transfer ONLY when necessary; get the information yourself. If you must transfer, avoid the use of the word "transfer." Say instead: "I am going to connect you with". Explain why you are "transferring" the call. Give the caller the person's name and direct number Stay on the line and introduce the caller.
Voicemail Greeting
Be sure to record your own personal greeting; don't use the standard default greeting or have another person record your greeting. Write down what you want to say in your greeting and practice saying it a few times before recording. Include in your greeting your name and department so that people know they have reached the correct person. Your regular greeting should include your normal work hours. Use the attendant feature if available! This feature allows the caller to reach another person in your department from your voicemail.