{"id":27865,"date":"2023-01-26T03:34:44","date_gmt":"2023-01-26T11:34:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/?p=27865"},"modified":"2023-10-20T11:49:43","modified_gmt":"2023-10-20T18:49:43","slug":"professional-voicemail-greeting-examples","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/marketing-trends-tactics\/professional-voicemail-greeting-examples\/","title":{"rendered":"Professional voicemail greeting: 5 examples you need to try!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">Does a professional voicemail greeting still engage customers? Imagine the following situation. You\u2019re making a call\u2026 <strong><em>Ring, ring! You\u2019ve reached the voicemail box service of Voice123; please leave a message at the Beep. Beeeeeeeep!<\/em><\/strong> Well, if that reminded you of trying to make a root canal appointment at the dentist, we certainly commiserate. See, a professional voicemail greeting should actually make customers want to hang on the line instead of hanging up. So, let\u2019s try professional voicemail greeting; take two.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Ring, ring!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Welcome to Voice123, where we really help you to speak for yourself! We can\u2019t take your call at the moment because we\u2019re busy helping folks like you get terrific voice overs. Leave your name and contact number, and our voice experts will get back to you sooner than you think. Beeeeeeeep!<\/em><\/strong>Much better, right? So, a professional voicemail greeting matters to callers because it represents a professional service, and that\u2019s why it also needs a professional voice actor to spice up your recording. At <a href=\"https:\/\/voice123.com\/search?service=voice_over&amp;utm_source=voicetalks&amp;utm_medium=cta-text&amp;utm_campaign=sign-ups&amp;utm_content=v-intro\">Voice123<\/a>, we\u2019re talking from 20+ years of experience. So, in this post, we\u2019ll cover what is a professional voicemail greeting and share 5 professional voicemail greeting examples to inspire you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Watch our tutorial on professional voicemail greetings<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container\" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe title=\"Voice123: Professional voicemail greetings - do you still need them in 2023?\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BnTPn_CwCKc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is a professional voicemail greeting?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"professional voicemail greeting\" class=\"wp-image-28200 lazyload\" width=\"346\" height=\"231\" sizes=\"(max-width: 346px) 100vw, 346px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/gorgeous-businesswoman-makes-phone-call-concentra-2022-01-12-19-00-59-utc-500x334.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/gorgeous-businesswoman-makes-phone-call-concentra-2022-01-12-19-00-59-utc-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/gorgeous-businesswoman-makes-phone-call-concentra-2022-01-12-19-00-59-utc-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/gorgeous-businesswoman-makes-phone-call-concentra-2022-01-12-19-00-59-utc-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/gorgeous-businesswoman-makes-phone-call-concentra-2022-01-12-19-00-59-utc-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/gorgeous-businesswoman-makes-phone-call-concentra-2022-01-12-19-00-59-utc-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A professional voicemail greeting is a brief <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indeed.com\/career-advice\/career-development\/professional-voicemail-greeting#:~:text=Length%3A%20Keep%20your%20voicemail%20greetings,the%20information%20they%20need%20immediately.\">10 to 30-second prerecorded audio message<\/a> that customers hear when their call goes unanswered or before talking to an operator, and it prompts the caller to leave a message or take another action. Your voicemail greeting is similar to an appetizer at a restaurant. It stimulates a person\u2019s appetite, making it easier for them to wait patiently for the main course. In the same way, a recorded voicemail greeting gives customers a brief taste of your main services so they can wait patiently for a callback, knowing that they won&#8217;t be ignored. Now, your greeting can do this by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Answering questions like, <strong>please review the FAQ page on our website for information about\u2026<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offering reassurances like <strong>our lines are unusually busy, so we apologize for not taking your call. We pride ourselves on our 5-star service, so please leave your name\u2026<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Providing an immediate service. <strong>For tech-related queries, please dial\u2026. For after-hours support, please log a query on\u2026&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Customers will wait for your service if your voicemail greeting answers a need. And when you do return their call, you can cultivate their interest using the art of a professional business voicemail greeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5 professional voicemail greeting examples<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Voicemail greeting for busy on another line:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hi there! You\u2019ve reached (company name) where (catchphrase). We\u2019re on the other line, but please leave your name and number and let us know how we can help you. We\u2019ll ensure the right team gets back to you within (e.g., 3 hours). We appreciate your call. Thank you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. After-hours business voicemail greeting:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve reached (company name). We are currently off-duty. Our business hours are (e.g., Monday through Saturday, 9 am to 7 pm). Please leave your name, contact number, and reason for calling, and we\u2019ll return your call on the next business day. Thank you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Closed for vacations\/team retreats:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you for calling (company name). Our office is closed until (e.g., Monday, January 5th, for the December holidays). If your call is urgent, please contact (Peter at 212-555-1212 or Peter@company name.com). Otherwise, please leave a message, and we\u2019ll return your call as soon as we reopen. We value your call. Thank you from everyone at (company name).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Unexpected emergencies:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For our team\u2019s and customers\u2019 safety during the (emergency), our company\u2019s (name) phone lines have been disabled. Please contact us at abc@ or visit our website or social media channels for updates. We are grateful for your ongoing support and patience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Specific department voicemail greeting:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hi, you\u2019ve reached the billing department at ABC. All of our team members are busy right now. If you\u2019re interested in paying a bill, please visit abc.com\/billing or leave your contact details and reason for calling, and we\u2019ll get back to you soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, now that you\u2019ve got some inspiration for your next voicemail greeting, why do you need a professional voicemail greeting?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why do you need a professional voicemail greeting?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You need a professional voicemail greeting because the greeting a customer hears embodies your company and what it stands for, and in your absence, that greeting can help keep existing business relationships intact and generate new ones. Now, it might be tempting to record your own greeting \u2013 a simple \u2018Sorry<em> we missed your call.\u2019<\/em> But it\u2019s worth hiring a professional voice actor <a href=\"https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/marketing-trends-tactics\/6-great-customer-retention-tips-for-your-business\/\">if you want customers to stick around<\/a> long enough to leave a message or wait for you to call back.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Imagine the effect <em>a guy next door <\/em>voice like Ben Stiller would have on customers. Or maybe they relate to a deeper voice with more gravitas and less fluff, like a <a href=\"https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/hiring-freelancers\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-a-voice-actor\/\">Morgan Freeman soundalike<\/a>. <em>This is one of the truths of the universe; you\u2019ve reached ABC company\u2026.<\/em>&nbsp; So, using a <a href=\"https:\/\/voice123.com\/search?service=voice_over&amp;utm_source=voicetalks&amp;utm_medium=text-cta&amp;utm_campaign=sign-ups&amp;utm_content=search\">professional voice actor like the ones on Voice123<\/a> won\u2019t just give you a nifty professional voicemail greeting. It\u2019ll give you a greeting critical to holding your customers\u2019 attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to make an engaging business voicemail greeting<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"professional voicemail greeting\" class=\"wp-image-28202 lazyload\" width=\"317\" height=\"178\" sizes=\"(max-width: 317px) 100vw, 317px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/telephone-handset-off-the-hook-2021-08-28-09-35-36-utc-500x281.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/telephone-handset-off-the-hook-2021-08-28-09-35-36-utc-500x281.jpg 500w, https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/telephone-handset-off-the-hook-2021-08-28-09-35-36-utc-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/telephone-handset-off-the-hook-2021-08-28-09-35-36-utc-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/telephone-handset-off-the-hook-2021-08-28-09-35-36-utc-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/voice123.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/telephone-handset-off-the-hook-2021-08-28-09-35-36-utc-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can make an engaging business voicemail greeting by including three important elements. Just like a <strong>Martini<\/strong> needs 3 key ingredients: gin, vermouth, and olives, a professional business voicemail greeting needs these three elements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The basic company info.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>An explanation, such as an apology or alternative communication means.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A clear and brief message of what the customer must do.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Okay, so now that you have the ingredients, it\u2019s time to put it together to make your voicemail cocktail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>First,<\/strong> start with a greeting that suits your customers, from an informal <em>Hi<\/em> to a formal g<em>ood day<\/em>. <strong>Second,<\/strong> add the company\/department or contact person\u2019s name so the customer knows they\u2019ve reached the right place\/person. <strong>Third,<\/strong> toss in the explanation for missing the call, like, <em>we\u2019re traveling to<\/em> \u2026., or <em>our company is on our work retreat<\/em>. <strong>Fourth, <\/strong>stir in when you can return the call or provide an alternative contact number or person; call <strong>Tom Burnes, the marketing director, on \u2026.. Finally, <\/strong>top it off with a CTA (call-to-action). The caller needs specific direction, so give them something to do. Like, call us on our alternative number, <em>123456\u2026.., <\/em>or email us at <em>abc@.<\/em> Specific direction triggers customers to take a specific action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final thoughts <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So, investing in professional voicemail greetings is worth the effort for two reasons. Because a professional voicemail greeting is the first and sometimes only impression your business leaves them with. It builds trust by establishing a connection with existing clients, and it\u2019s the initial point of contact for new customers. So, keep your greeting simple with a combination of 3 elements: basic company info, an explanation, and a brief message.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you have the necessary tools to craft your own business voicemail greetings, it\u2019s time to find the voice that will make your customers want to wait for your call. And whether that\u2019s Ben Stiller or Morgan Freeman, you\u2019ll find everything you need in <a href=\"https:\/\/voice123.com\/search?service=voice_over&amp;utm_source=voicetalks&amp;utm_medium=cta-text&amp;utm_campaign=sign-ups&amp;utm_content=eoa-search\">voice actor from the pros on Voice123<\/a>. You can also use our <a href=\"https:\/\/voice123.com\/pages\/voice-over-services-and-solutions-by-voice123\/?utm_source=voicetalks&amp;utm_medium=cta-text&amp;utm_campaign=sign-ups&amp;utm_content=ms\">Managed Services<\/a> and have our team find the best voice actors for your project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>May the beeeep be ever in your favor!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAQs <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1673533243251\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do I need a professional voicemail greeting? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, because the greeting a customer hears embodies your company and what it stands for, and it motivates customers to wait for your call.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1673530381289\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Should I hire a voice actor to record a professional voicemail greeting for my business?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Hiring a voice actor for a professional voicemail greeting depends on you and your business goals, but for maximum impact, it\u2019s best to employ a professional who knows how to engage customers.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1697533053766\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is a professional voicemail greeting example?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Hi there! You\u2019ve reached (company name) where (catchphrase). We can\u2019t take your call right now, but please leave your name and number and let us know how we can help you. We appreciate your call. Thank you.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1697533075687\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How do you make a professional voicemail greeting?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">To make a professional voicemail greeting, begin with a polite introduction, stating the company name and the reason for your unavailability, then encourage the caller to leave a message, end your greeting with a polite sign-off, and keep the voicemail greeting brief, friendly, and clear.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Does a professional voicemail greeting still engage customers? Imagine the following situation. You\u2019re making a call\u2026 Ring, ring! You\u2019ve reached the voicemail box service of Voice123; please leave a message at the Beep. Beeeeeeeep! Well, if that reminded you of trying to make a root canal appointment at the dentist, we certainly commiserate. 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