Ask anyone who is not Gen Z, and they will tell you that basic labels seem to be a thing of the past.
People no longer get the phone and, on the contrary, just fire from a text, choosing ease for human interaction.
Then, when they really have to make a call, for a restaurant reservation or ask for an article in a store, it is a bit of a surprise that many lack the skills to talk to a stranger.
A Tiktok video has recently highlighted this issue and sparked debate on whether to present ourselves at the beginning of a call or just start screaming away.
The video that started it all
The clip was separated from Bronte Rose, a Sydney -based influential, who describes it as a “chronic congestion” for its 103K followers.
“When I am calling a restaurant or anywhere, I say,” Hello, my name is bronte. I’m just wondering if you have a table for two tonight? “” “She rested on her friends in the video.
Her friend retired again, asking if she would do the same when calling somewhere as JB Hi-Fi.
“Yes, it’s just common courtesy,” Rose insisted.
Her friend, clearly surprised, replied, “As, it’s beautiful, you are very polyte, but I think no one else does it.”
‘Second nature’
After the video came out viral, with people in the comments sharply, Rose explained to news.com.Au that she had no idea “was a strange thing to do”, as behavior is the “second nature” for her.
“I personally like to know who I’m talking to when I get the phone. Nine times by ten, it’s also very important information,” she said.
“Something’s something I’ve always done, and I think it’s been taught me as good behavior.”
But do you think it is rude not?
“I can make sensitive sensations here, as I know many people disagree with me, but I think it’s rude,” she admits. “The person with whom you are ordering a pizza is also human, and I will always try to make every interaction a good one.”
Internet weighs inside
“Bronte is correct and polyte,” one person wrote in comments.
Another pet, “bronte, you are 100% accurate. Not enough people know how to join the phone.”
A Call Center worker added, “I work in a call center and I love them when people say their names at first! Just just polite to let the other person talk to.”
But not everyone agreed.
“Wait. I’ve never done this,” one user revealed.
“Nah, I’ve been a receptionist for 10 years and I constantly enjoy people to say their name … Why do you care, just tell me what you need,” joked another.
Others said they just start immediately to their question: ‘I just say,’ Hello, how are you going? “, Then continue to ask my question.”
Does what an expert thinks?
To solve the debate, news.com.Au spoke to Kate Heussler, a modern label coach who says the answer is not black or white.
“Presenting yourself at the beginning of every phone call is a must,” she continues, “especially if someone you have not talked to before or if the number is unknown.
“Likes how to knock on someone’s door before walking inside – simply, consider, and she sets the tone.”
Heussler notes that it may even be worth making a quick entry when talking to the people you know.
“If you are calling your best friend, a family member or someone you talk to the day, sharing towards the conversation is completely finally. It is all about familiarity,” she says. “But even then, a quick,” hey, it’s me! “Or ‘me again’ adds a touch of respect and clarity.”
How to introduce yourself
When you find yourself wanting to introduce yourself to a stranger over the phone, she suggests keeping it “clear, safe and warm”.
She advises: “Run with your name, a touch of context and a check-in. Something like, ‘Hello, is (name) -I am just calling to chat (topic). Is it a good time?’ This shows respect for their schedule and immediately breaks down the obstacles. “
Other common call errors
According to Heussler, other telephone call errors include check-in bypass (“Marking some key points before may be a game shift”).
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