More Than Points

This entry’s source of inspiration is focused on saving cellphone minutes. For the typical business traveler, this is usually not an issue. Our calling plans typically take into account long conference calls and phone calls to family and friends, both of which warrant not pinching on the minutes.

Nonetheless, I truly dislike waiting for the voice-mail announcement to complete before being able to leave a voice message. You know what I’m talking about:

“Hi, this is John Doe, I’m not here right now so please leave a message and I will get back to you as soon as possible. Thank you.” followed by the TWELVE-SECOND digital lady who explains, “When you’re finished recording, you may hang up, or press 1 for more options”

So there lies the benefit for me – being able to shut down the announcement and get to the message tone. Saving on the minutes is only secondary to leaving the message and getting off the phone.

I shall wait no longer and neither shall you as long as you know the carrier of the person you are trying to reach.

Super Secret Announcement Termination Keystrokes:

• Verizon: press *
• Cingular: press *
• Sprint: press 1
• T-Mobile: press #

Now get back to work.