Handling Telemarketers 101

I'm sure you've been on the line with a telemarketer and ended being strong-armed into a lengthy conversation you just can't seem to get out of. It's an unfortunate fact of life. Well, fret not, there are ways to combat the pesky telemarketer.

For instance: Take this tip from my mom the next time you should find yourself in such a situation:

Mom: Hello?
Telemarketer: Yes, can I speak to Harry D _________?
Mom: Who's this?
Telemarketer: This is Blank from Blanky Blank.
Mom: Oh, he's not home right now.
Telemarketer: When is a better time for me to reach him?
Mom: Oh, I don't know. I'm just here to take care of the cats.

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