Telephone Message

* Why Telephone Message created?

I created this because my colleague kept forgetting to tell people of missed calls. So this little add-on allows him to fill in every detail, reminding him of what he needs to ask ie whos calling, return telephone number etc and then emails it straight to that person.

Leaving a Message

Sometimes, there may not be anyone to answer the telephone and you will need to leave a message. Follow this outline to make sure that the person who should receive your message has all the information he/she needs.

1. Introduction - - - - Hello, this is Ken. OR Hello, My name is Ken Beare (more formal).
2. State the time of day and your reason for calling - - - - - It's ten in the morning. I'm phoning (calling, ringing) to find out if ... / to see if ... / to let you know that ... / to tell you that ...
3. Make a request - - - - Could you call (ring, telephone) me back? / Would you mind ... ? /
4. Leave your telephone number - - - - My number is .... / You can reach me at .... / Call me at ...
5. Finish - - - - Thanks a lot, bye. / I'll talk to you later, bye.

More Telephone English:

* Telephone English: Dialogue and Appropriate Vocabulary
* How to Telephone: Tips and Tricks to Make Sure a Native English Speaker Slows Down!
* Practical Exercises: Exercises to Improve Your Telephoning Skills
* Role Plays: Role Play Dialogue Cues to Practice Telephoning with Friends
* Teaching Telephone English: Lesson Plan