Better business begins on the telephone. Whether at the front desk or in the back office, hospitality employees who answer the telephone are ambassadors for your property or brand. Their courtesy skills directly reflect the quality of service a caller or potential guest can expect should they book a reservation or event. Use this easy-to-follow 20-minute video and companion guide to demonstrate how to use the telephone courteously and efficiently.

Topics include:

• Answering the phone promptly and politely
• Effective talking and listening techniques
• How to transfer, take messages, or place on hold
• Handling dissatisfied callers
• Selling rooms

Also available in: Spanish

2004, 20 minutes