When it's time to re-record your voicemail message!

Timely and very important message. Because of our business, too often people have to leave a voice mail. Smile when you're recording it - it will show through.

Pat always good to review our voice mail messages from time to time.  In fact it's past time to listen to ours. Thanks!

Now I want to check mine. I'm sure it's time to update.

Interesting points.  First impression are very important and makes a lasting impression.  Voice mail is the first point of contact for new clients or other professionals so it is important to start the connection in a favorable manner.   This might sound cheesy but smile, leave a voice mail that is clear, concise, happy and energetic. 

Love this topic. You may not think something as small as a vm may make a difference. Always wished for (but didn't get) an inviting "radio" voice.

Thanks for the post, this is an excellent point to consider

Great reminder to check your voice message. Also always smile when you record your message or when you greet in person. That will improve your own confidence, enthusiasm, and positive attitude.

i hate to think how old my voicemail message is, probably 5 years.....

Good reminder to listen to our first point of contact with callers.  With Facebook,  Instagram and the other social media platforms vying for a piece of our time, it is easy to forget people do still pick up the phone and call us.

I have heard voice mail recordings that are so pleasant and upbeat--really makes a difference!  Thanks for the reminder.

Hi Patricia,

Great post.

Someone once told me to smile when you record your VM and answer the phone as it comes across to the person on the other end.

Thank you for this today.

Kevin

This is so important to give the first best impression.  You may only get one time.

First impressions are key to anything real estate related.. whether its your voicemail, or a buyer stepping over the threshold into your home.  It only takes 6 seconds for a buyer to form an impression.. so make them count!  And realtors, use your friendly smiling voice when recording your voice mail ... look into a mirror when recording and use your smile.  It will come across in your voice and leave a great impression.

I'm on my way to check my voice mail. I'm sure it could use some inproving.

I used to buy herbal supplements from the American Botanical Pharmacy and the owner had a very distinct voice message that played while waiting for someone ot pick up the phone or his voice mail to come on.  I copied it and have had ton's of people tell me how much they loved it over the years because it doesn't sound like 'all the others'.  Now, I don't know who 'the others' are, but I'm just glad they called me!

Here's what I did adn what I say:

Script: Hello & Thank You For Calling...You've reached Jesse with Pioneer Realty!  At the sound of the tone, please take time to leave your name, phone number and please repeat it twice and a brief message.  I'll be paged and get right back in touch with you.  Thanks Again and Have a Great Day!

Read the script out loud about 3-4 times so it starts to sound natuarl. Stand up, dial into the voice mail service and say it with asmuch enthusiasm as if you got got the Best surprise your ever had in your life!

It's supposed to sound full of energy, enthusiasm and life!  Heck, play some dance music in the background, move your body while recording the message.  It makes a huge difference.

I'd really love to hear how it works for you.

With 82 comments you certainly don't need to hear from me.... however... I loved your post too...

Hi Pat

I came back for another read, after seeing Sean Casey 's reblog. I thought I had read it but was not sure. In any case it was a great read the second time around, AND prompted me to record a new message. I've heard a couple recently that were pretty bad.

Jeff

HI Patricia Kennedy - I just recently changed brokerages and it took me 3 days to change the voicemail.  I also found out last week that my voice mail was full.  I never had that happen before. I delete as I go BUT I didn't know the deleted messages stay until they are cleared out a second time.