Project a Professional Image With Your Cell Phone
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S. Bradshaw
Scott Bradshaw writes articles that focus on cell phones, cellular apps, and mobile services. He encourages people to save money with used cell phones and avoid signing contract extensions by purchasing refurbished cell phones. By S. Bradshaw
Published on Saturday 30th 2010
Image is everything in the business world When you began your foray into the professional world, you likely polished your image so that you would fit in
Image is everything in the business world. When you began your foray into the professional world, you likely polished your image so that you would fit in. A new suit, some new shoes, a clean haircut, a clean car, a few business cards…Voila! And there you have an instant professional. However, you may have forgotten something. Does your Blackberry cell phone look and sound as professional as you do? Following are some great tips that will help you boost your cell phone’s professional image.
Personalize Your Voice Mail
Nothing conveys to a potential client or co-worker that you are not confident in yourself than having a pre-recorded, computerized voice mail. If you can't even put the effort forward to record your own voice, what does that tell callers about your work ethic? Record your voice mail in a strong, clear voice and avoid using slang words.
Change Ringtones
People love to hear the latest music but it's very unprofessional to have it in an office or meeting where all can hear it. Instead of using downloaded rock tunes or offensive cartoon bits, consider using the used cellular phones pre-recorded ringtones. By choosing these, you won't perturb anyone with your ringtone in the middle of a call, meeting, etc.
Ring-back Tones: Another Detractive Feature
Ring-back tones are the musical numbers that you can select for people to hear when they call you. Instead of hearing the ringing of the phone, they are entertained with any musical number or comedic routine that you select for them. Ring-backs are fun for your friends, but they are a huge turn off in the professional world. Get rid of them.
Clean Up the Appearance of Your Phone
While this is probably the most unimportant step in this list, it is still worth mentioning. If you have bells hanging from your used Blackberry with pink flower stickers all over the casing, then people are not going to take you very seriously. You never know when you need to show your cell phone to your boss or co-worker, so it is best to take care of this now if it pertains to you.
Shut It Off
Whenever you're at work or you meet a prospective client, take the time to place your phone on vibrate or silent. This lets people know that you respect the time they have together. If you've forgotten this step, apologize quickly and hurriedly turn off the ringer and shut off the phone. Now if you need to leave it on, don't answer your phone. Of course, if you have an emergency, most clients, future and present, will understand. You should never walk away from your client to start a conversation on your phone.
When you meet someone in the professional world for the first time, your image is everything. They will judge you by what they see. Maintaining a professional image is vital for creating positive first impressions. Make sure that your image is flawless, and pay attention to the small details.
Personalize Your Voice Mail
Nothing conveys to a potential client or co-worker that you are not confident in yourself than having a pre-recorded, computerized voice mail. If you can't even put the effort forward to record your own voice, what does that tell callers about your work ethic? Record your voice mail in a strong, clear voice and avoid using slang words.
Change Ringtones
People love to hear the latest music but it's very unprofessional to have it in an office or meeting where all can hear it. Instead of using downloaded rock tunes or offensive cartoon bits, consider using the used cellular phones pre-recorded ringtones. By choosing these, you won't perturb anyone with your ringtone in the middle of a call, meeting, etc.
Ring-back Tones: Another Detractive Feature
Ring-back tones are the musical numbers that you can select for people to hear when they call you. Instead of hearing the ringing of the phone, they are entertained with any musical number or comedic routine that you select for them. Ring-backs are fun for your friends, but they are a huge turn off in the professional world. Get rid of them.
Clean Up the Appearance of Your Phone
While this is probably the most unimportant step in this list, it is still worth mentioning. If you have bells hanging from your used Blackberry with pink flower stickers all over the casing, then people are not going to take you very seriously. You never know when you need to show your cell phone to your boss or co-worker, so it is best to take care of this now if it pertains to you.
Shut It Off
Whenever you're at work or you meet a prospective client, take the time to place your phone on vibrate or silent. This lets people know that you respect the time they have together. If you've forgotten this step, apologize quickly and hurriedly turn off the ringer and shut off the phone. Now if you need to leave it on, don't answer your phone. Of course, if you have an emergency, most clients, future and present, will understand. You should never walk away from your client to start a conversation on your phone.
When you meet someone in the professional world for the first time, your image is everything. They will judge you by what they see. Maintaining a professional image is vital for creating positive first impressions. Make sure that your image is flawless, and pay attention to the small details.