I have a treat for you: an updated version of this 20-year-old site.Phone Messages
Leaving a Phone Message
BUSINESS MESSAGE
Click on each sentence to hear audio.
Remember
Make the job of the listener easy.
| 1. Introduce yourself. Spell your name. Give your telephone number. |
Hello, this is Alexandra
Umrichin. U-m-r-i-c-h-i-n. [audio for alphabet] My number is 819-752-9634 |
| 2. Give a) the time of day b) your reason for calling. |
It's Monday, 3 pm, and I'm calling about the job opening in your department. I'd like to arrange an interview. |
| 3. Make a request What do you want the other person to do? |
Can you call me back at your earliest
convenience. |
| 4. Repeat your phone number. Speak slowly and clearly. |
My number is 819-752-9634 |
| 5. End the message. | I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you very much. |