Wednesday, March 23, 2011

The art of conversation

How much time do you spend on the phone each day? According to Pamela Paul of the New York Times, not much. In a recent article, she points out an interesting cultural shift: that phone conversations are a thing of the past. 

But remember the excitement and joy that only came when the phone would ring? You would wait by the phone all night, terrified you would miss a call from your best friend or the boy of your dreams!

I've always been a phone talker — certainly in my personal life, but often times in business too. I look forward to phone dates with friends and have no problem camping on the phone for an hour or two during a relaxing evening at home. Do you agree with Pamela? Do you cringe when a voicemail pops up? Or do you look forward to daily chats with friends? Let me know your thoughts — I'd love to hear what you think! 

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4 comments:

  1. I enjoy daily chats-but think Skype is more fun! Also, I have become a big fan of speakerphone so I don't have to hold the phone--Yes...Lazy!--If it's my sister calling, all bets are off--that phone will be answered!

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  2. Good point — Skype is definitely another good way to chat and catch up. Glad to know if your sister calls, you answer! :)

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  3. Our call rates are very expensive over here and in a way it forces you to make use of Skype most of the time.

    I find Whatsapp very handy (even though it cuts out the talking part).

    But long calls - yes please! :)

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  4. Wow — that's good to know. I will definitely look into Whatsapp.

    Thanks for the tip Natali!

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