Answering machine scripts

General

Popular

approx. 15 sec.

Classic and neutral

Hello, you have reached [Company]. We are away from the phone right now. After the tone, leave your name, your number and what you need. We call you back on the next business day. Thanks for calling.

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Medical practice

approx. 19 sec.

With urgent care and 911

Hello, you have reached the office of [Dr. Name]. We cannot take your call right now. After the tone, leave your name and your number, and we get back to you. If you need care today, go to your nearest urgent care clinic. In an emergency, call 911.

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Trades

approx. 16 sec.

With an emergency line

Hi, this is [Company], your licensed [trade] contractor. We are out on a job right now. Leave a short message with what you need and how to reach you. We call back today. For an emergency, call [emergency number].

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Law firm

approx. 18 sec.

Asks for the case number

Hello, you have reached the law office of [Firm]. Our front desk is away from the phone. After the tone, leave your name, your number and your case number if you have one. We call you back. Send anything with a deadline to [email address].

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Restaurant

approx. 16 sec.

Leave your reservation

Thanks for calling [Restaurant]. We are busy with guests right now. To book a table, leave the date, the time, how many people and your number. We call back to confirm. You can also book any time at [website].

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Retail

approx. 15 sec.

Points to the online store

Hello, you have reached [Store]. We are helping customers on the floor right now. Leave a message after the tone and we get back to you. Our hours and what is in stock are always at [website].

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6 Answering machine scripts

Fill in once, used everywhere

Answering machine

Classic and neutral

With urgent care and 911

With an emergency line

Asks for the case number

Leave your reservation

Points to the online store

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