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Three More Ways To Get Past the Guardian Of The Gate

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- Job Search Tip of the Week, by Brian Krueger, author of "College Grad Job Hunter," the #1 book for entry level job search:

"Three More Ways To Get Past the Guardian Of The Gate"

The Everyone Loves To Hear Their Own Name Technique

If, per chance, the Guardian of the Gate uses her own name in answering the phone, reply,

"Oh, hello, _____, this is _____. May I speak with _____?"

The sound of her own name can be disarming and she will often send you through to your target contact.

The Ad Infinitum Call Waiting Technique

If you are told that your target contact is on the phone, simply reply,

"Oh, that's fine. Will you please put me through as soon as that call is completed?"

If the Guardian of the Gate says it may be awhile or that she already has other calls waiting, reply,

"Oh, that's okay--I don't mind holding. I'll be working on something else while I'm on hold."

The Spelled Name Technique

If you are making a second attempt to get past a Guardian of the Gate who previously asked for your name, as soon as you recognize her voice, beat her to the punch by saying,

"Hello, this is _____. That's _____ (spell your last name). Could you please put me through to _____?"

It's rather strange, but sometimes by spelling your name it disarms the Guardian of the Gate. She has to stop what she is doing and write down your name. And since you have called before, your name will likely be vaguely familiar, although she may not be sure when and where they she it before. This is one time that having an unusual last name can truly work in your favor! Usually this will gain at least a check with the boss, and sometimes even fully unlock the gate. Try it!

Next newsletter: "Another Three Ways To Get Past the Guardian Of The Gate"

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