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On The LineHow can I take calls for my part-time business when I'm working a full-time job?
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Question:I'm planningto start a professional organizing service but must remain in myregular job until I can generate at least half my needed income.How can I still be accessible to potential clients? Is itacceptable for my voice-mail greeting to state that I'll returncalls within 24 hours? I'll rarely be home to take calls onweekdays. Is it necessary to "apologize" for notanswering calls in person?
Sandra Trca-Black
Story City, Iowa
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