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10 things you can do while you wait on hold

Let’s be honest—no one likes being on hold.  A lot of the time, it’s like waiting for water to boil or watching paint dry, but with the added bonus of hearing the same four bars of elevator music on repeat. Thankfully, On Air provides professionally written, voiced

What should you include in your Message on Hold script?

Nobody likes to be put on hold. Unfortunately, it’s the only solution for many businesses when navigating busy times or high call volumes. So, if you have to put them on hold, you’d better give them something to listen to! Waiting in silence is, well, a silent killer

Why DIY on hold options are bad for business

Professional messages on hold can help engage callers and keep them on the line. However, some phone service providers offer a DIY message or music on hold option that might appeal to some businesses. In our experience, these options usually result in generic elevator music, or if one doesn’t

3 New Year’s Resolutions for your business phone system

A new year is a great time to review some of your business systems and ensure they’re still organized and operating at peak performance. This includes reviewing your business phone system. Whether you update menu options on your IVR, ensure your messages on hold are current and fresh, or

How to Order IVR and Message on Hold: A Step-by-Step Guide

There are so many benefits to having professionally recorded phone system greetings and messages on hold. When callers are greeted by a clear, concise, engaging, and professional voice, they have a better experience. It is leaps and bounds better than a cold, robotic recording on your phone system or elevator

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