How can you avoid appearing unprofessional when a potential employer calls to schedule an interview? Check all that apply.

a. If you have children, prevent them from answering the phone.

b. Apologize when you answer the phone.

c. Invest in a good answering machine or voice mail service.

d. Use your voice mail to screen calls.

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Halle

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1 January, 07:39

How can you avoid appearing unprofessional when a potential employer calls to schedule an interview? Check all that apply.

a. If you have children, prevent them from answering the phone.

b. Apologize when you answer the phone.

c. Invest in a good answering machine or voice mail service.

d. Use your voice mail to screen calls.

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Rigoberto Carter · Answer 1

The correct options are C. and D. C = Invest in a good answering machine or voice mail service. D = Use your voice mail to screen calls.

Explanation:

Both options allow taking actions according to the type of call received. With the answering-machine, I can prepare beforehand an appropriate answer to look professional and call back. With the voice mail, it is possible to identify when an incoming call arrives to identify whether it is from strangers and act like a professional when answering