They are so rude and pushy. Questioning me like a convict, checking up my details to make sur ei'm not lying to them. I really want to avoid them. should i just slam the phone down or say no before they can talk more??? what else can i do?
2007-01-12 13:01:44 · 34 answers · asked by charlea 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Add your number to the do not call registry and when they call tell them you're on the do not call list. If they call again after that, you can report them.
2007-01-12 13:05:18 · answer #1 · answered by glitterkittyy 7 · 8⤊ 0⤋
i actually have long drawn out conversations with them, always pushing away from their products, and into regular, everyday things. this isn't an option for everybody, but it worked well for me - because i'm a good storyteller. i've even gotten two phone numbers from chicks, but never called
i believe that along with the "do not call list" there is a seperate list called the "please, don't call these people list" that the company fills in, for people they never want to speak with again - sadly, i think i'm on many of these lists
when you are smart or hang up on a telemarketer, that person might get ticked off and put you higher on the list - which means the next call will be sooner than scheduled. they could also give out your name to a company that is within their own policy and provisions, a company that they may be part of, or share with or something, so that you can't claim they advertised your name
when they ask for your information, and are all pushy like that, it's because they are trying to keep you on the phone, that's all.
something you could do is break out a piece of paper and start asking your own questionaire - name of caller, employee id, manager, years (or months) worked there, mailing address - then request to talk to their manager *immediately* and ask them the same questions - then ask for their manager, which won't usually get any further than that.
then tell them to have a good day
they will have spent a considerable amount of time on you, time that could have been spent on several other callers, and a potential buyer, and gotten nothing for it. also, do not sound irritated, sound glad that they called, so that they spend all their energy on nothing
then go and put yourself on those do not call lists
2007-01-12 13:31:43 · answer #2 · answered by Jim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to join the National Do Not Call Registry for beginners. There's also a service provided by most phone companies to put you on a DNC list. The NDNC Reg is free, the phone co.'s charge $5 either monthly or yearly.
try the links below for details
2007-01-12 13:07:43 · answer #3 · answered by mabster60 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Hang up. But there surpposed to never call again if u tell them not to. It's the law in America.
But if your in a really funny mood like my Dad u could aways say so how are u doing and ask as many pleasent conversation questions u can about this person.
The most funny thing I can think of to say to a telemarkerter is what are u wearing then let it go from there.
2007-01-12 13:06:25 · answer #4 · answered by missgigglebunny 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Having an unlisted number doesn't help when a computer dials random numbers. We were getting about 10 calls a night until I signed up for the Do not Call (www.donotcall.com or .org). I have not had a sales call in almost a year. It does take about 30 days for it to kick in, but it is worth it.
2007-01-12 14:03:41 · answer #5 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Okay, I work as a telephone fundraiser right now, so I have some advice if you don't want phone calls. But first, we don't double check your name and address because we don't trust you. We do it because people suck at typing and spelling. Like today: since when is it spelled "Kinght"? Besides, you might have moved.
If you don't want calls, get on the Do Not Call list. It won't work for nonprofits, politicians, or companies you do business for, though, so don't get upset if the PBS station that you're a member of calls you. If you don't want them to call you, tell them that you want to be taken off of their call list. They have to do it. We're trained to keep talking, even if you say no, even if it's because you are dirt poor and just out of the hospital. I'm sorry, but it's our job. The thought is that most people have to say no a couple of times before they say yes. If you don't want to hear it, interrupt politely, tell them to take you off their list, and hang up. Don't be mean, please, because it's a crappy job and most of us really don't choose it. Just thank your lucky stars that you've not had to take such a terrible job.
Whatever you do, though, do not hang up before you hear what company it is. I don't know how it works elsewhere, but I have to put you back in to be called again if you haven't heard whom I'm calling on behalf of. If you don't pick up, you'll get called again, sometimes as soon as a few hours later. Just pick up, listen a bit, say no, thanks, take me off your calling list, and hang up. Not that hard, it's better for your karma than being mean, and you'll not get bugged again.
2007-01-12 13:53:55 · answer #6 · answered by random6x7 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I look at things this way...
When I am at home, that is my place of privacy. If someone comes to the door, they cannot come in unless I tell them to (or they force their way in). For them to show up unannounced and expect to be let in and entertained is rude on their part. Similarly, if someone calls me at home and I don't want to talk to them, I don't have to. So if a telemarketer calls me, I quickly let them know that I am not interested. I give them one chance to be polite and end the conversation. If they do not, I hang up, simple as that. And frankly, sometimes I just hangup anyway when I realize who it is.
2007-01-13 14:59:26 · answer #7 · answered by Unorthodox 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I havent done it,but Seinfeld had it right when he asked the telemarketer for their home number cuz now wasnt a good time and that he'd call them back later...like while they were sitting down to dinner! I love that!
I usually answer with "not interested " and hang up when I answer and get, Hi,how are you?......there's your sign...
2007-01-12 13:09:36 · answer #8 · answered by justsayin... 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The ultimate response is to make THEM wait. They cannot hang up on you so just give them a response like "hold on.. I need to talk to my wife" I love making them stay on the line so long it kills their sales. I feel sorry for the individual but if the company suffers then ......oops. I also do not like profit loss from companies trying to make a difference in this world. However, the ultimate payback is to spend their dollars making their employees wait and contemplate stuff.
Goodnight.
2007-01-12 13:22:16 · answer #9 · answered by warszawakid 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
See if your state has a Do Not Call List. If it does, get on it, it's free. It you're already on it, E-Mail your State Attorney General's Office and report them. I know in my state, first offense is $5000..
Go to MSN reverse phone numbers and try to find out who they are. If you can, write the BBB.Give em Hell
2007-01-12 13:07:30 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Do not call list good for 5 years.
2007-01-12 13:09:02 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋