I had a missed call from an unknown number. I want to call them back. Which is the best way to start the conversation? The caller may be an interviewer.
I just noticed I have a missed call […].
I had a missed call from this number […].
Is this right? Are there any suggested alternatives?
Best Answer
The suggestions in comments are good, but I tend to identify myself so they don't have to ask (especially if you think it might be a job opportunity!) I'd go with something like this:
This is a bit wordier and more informal than some other suggestions, but I tried to go with what I think I would actually say on the phone, not necessarily what was the most concise/formal. If you want to remember the clearest, simplest response (above is just me winging it, I don't have a plan of what exactly I'm going to say before I call back) then I'd go with this:
Note that I still introduce myself; I think this is very important. They can't possibly answer your question ("What did you call me about?") until you've provided this information; they have to know who you are to know why they called!