Tip: How to Leave a Voice Mail Message

Yesterday involved a game of what recruiters dread most: voice mail tag. Here are my begging and pleading requests for all who must leave a voice mail message:

1. Speak slowly and clearly
2. Mention your full name (please, don’t say, “This is Jennifer”. I have resumes from dozens of Jennifers!)
3. Mention the title of the position you are calling about.
4. Speak clearly
5. Don’t assume that I’ll be able to get your number from caller ID
6. Repeat your phone number
7. Speak slowly
8. Indicate a good time to reach you
9. A short message is a good message
10. Speak clearly and slowly

Thank you. Thank you. Please, thank you!