Here are a few good "On the Phone' or "Busy" voicemail greetings examples:
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Hello. This is Jim Bucki at About.com. I am currently on the phone servicing another client. If you would please leave a message after the tone, and include your name and telephone number, I will return you call as soon as possible. Thank you for calling.
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You have reached Jim Bucki at About.com, where your need to know is our top priority. Unfortunately I am on the phone with another client. If you would like to leave a message after the tone, I will call you back when I am able. If you need immediate assistance, please contact my secretary, Mary Jane, at extension 6338. Thank you for calling.
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Hello. You have reached the voicemail box of James Bucki at About.com. I am currently on the phone right now and I am unable to take your call. This is the beginning of the new year so call volume is very heavy. I appreciate your patience during this busy time. Please leave me a message and I will return your call as soon as possible. If you need additional assistance, please call my assistant, Liz Downie at 1-800-555-1212 extension 6338.
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Hi, this is Jim Bucki in Operations Technology. I am currently on the phone servicing another client. If this is regarding a recent order, please call our Customer Service Department at 1-800-555-1212. They are available Monday thru Friday from 8am until 5pm Eastern Time. Or, you can logon to our website at www.about.com that is available 24 hours a day. Otherwise, please leave a message after the beep and I will return your call promptly.
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Thank you for calling About.com. You have reached the office of Jim Bucki, Guide to Operations Technology. At the present time I am talking with another client. If this is an emergency, please press "star" and then "zero" to be transferred to the operator who will page me. Otherwise, please leave a detailed, confidential message after the tone and I will return your call when I am available. Thank you.
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