Calling and leaving a message for a job
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The document provides guidance on leaving an effective message when calling about a job. It recommends introducing yourself by clearly stating your first and last name and specifying why you are calling and the position. Additionally, it suggests briefly highlighting your relevant qualifications for the role. The document also advises restating your contact information and availability before thanking the recipient and ending the call professionally.
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- 1. CALLING AND LEAVING A MESSAGE FOR A JOB
- 2. Plan your message: Name and Reason for Your Call • Say “Hello” not Hi! • Say your first and last name slowly and clearly. • My name is Susan Smith. • Tell why you are calling. • I’m calling about the administrative assistant position that was posted on your website on April 20th. • I’m calling about the administrative assistant position you have open. Carl Smith recommended I call.
- 3. Plan your call: Your qualifications • Give a brief explanation of your qualifications. • I have five years experience as an administrative assistant in a large firm. I am efficient, reliable and highly organized. I am an expert in Microsoft Office and type 65 words per minute. • I have a MSc in Petroleum Engineering and 20 years experience as a chemical engineer and researcher. I have developed processes that have saved my company hundreds of thousands of dollars. I am a highly effective team leader, an innovative scientist and a skilled presenter. • I have seven years experience as a nanny. I also have certification in childhood development from Miramar College. I am caring, patient, and reliable.
- 4. Plan your call: Saying good-bye • Again, my name is Susan Smith. (if your name is difficult for English speakers, spell it slowly) • You can reach me anytime at 339-242-3838. Again that number is 339-242-3838. I will call again if you are unable to reach me. Thank you. Good-bye.
- 5. Before you make the call • Find a quiet place to make your calls. • Sit up in a chair and at a table. • Have good posture and a smile. • Practice saying your script before you make the call. • Use your script when you call.