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Leave a voicemail or text me

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Ever been told that calling someone is far more efficient than sending an email? As you know I completely disagree with that claim; trying to educate people it’s not the technology’s fault but the user.

I other words, people who can’t be productive with email are using it incorrectly and most likely are poor writers.

But I’ll get off my soap box regarding that topic today.

I just wanted to highlight that if making calls are do efficient, why do we depend so much on being able to be notified of missed calls on our phones and to have a voicemail service?

What made me again question the efficiency of using a phone is that I’ve lately received a few calls when I’ve been busy and unable to answer the phone. They have tried to call me several times, but they never leave a voicemail. Nor do they answer my texts.

A phone is more efficient my arse!

And yes, I don’t call back unless I know who called me. I’m sorry, but don’t communicate with people who can’t use communication tools properly. If you have to, leave a voicemail. Not to mention, answer a text if you receive one.

I only communicate with professionals, not armatures!

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Do not call me

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Some might think, as a journalist, I’m mad as hatter for not wanting to be called on the phone. Telling people “I will not pick up” unless I’m expecting their call.

There are better ways to pass on a message this day of age.

I usually are at arms reach of my iPhone or iPad. In other words, I will be notified within seconds if you send me a SMS, email or a Shortmail.

“But I need to talk to you now,” is a too common argument, which I loathe and find utterly selfish.

Oh God, I’m such a selfish bastard!

Or am I?

That the caller assumes I’m just sitting there, waiting for the phone to ring is not just selfish, but a bit ignorant – if I may be so honest.

If I want to talk to you, I want to be able to give you my full attention. Also, a quick message can and should only be delivered via any form of messaging – such as SMS, email or Shortmail.

Why?

By sending me a SMS, an email or a Shortmail, I will have your statement recorded. The luxury of giving it my 100 percent focus when I’m not busy.

Regardless if it’s spoken or written, at the end of the day, what matters is how well you communicate your message.