If you've noticed how many people have voicemail messages that sound like they're gasping for air when they record them, this simple trick from reader Gregor Samosa will help you leave smooth radio-announcer-quality messages.


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Inhale deeply, as if you're about to leap into water, while the computer tells you to wait for the beep before recording your outgoing message. Wait for the beep. In a lovely, smoothly modulated voice, leave your outgoing message. No more "help I'm drowning sound" to alarm your callers!


Am I the only dolt who hadn't figured this out? I've re-recorded so many messages because of the gasp... but now I gasp no more.

This trick works not only for recording the message people will hear when they dial into your voicemail but also when leaving messages for other people. If you have a great tip to share, sound off in the comments or head over to #tips and share it with the tips box. Thanks for the advice, Gregor!

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How To Avoid a Gasping Sound at the Start of Your Outgoing Voicemail Message [via #tips]