Anyone else out there drowning in a sea of unsolicited sales calls? Seems like every other phone call these days is an office telemarketer pushing some product or service. And for some reason, a large chunk of them seem to have Indian accents.
Now, before we get into a whole cultural thing, let’s focus on the issue: unwanted telemarketing calls disrupting our workday. Here in India, the Telemarketing Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has regulations similar to the US’s Do Not Call Registry. But honestly, it feels like those rules are just suggestions for some telemarketing companies.
So, what can we do as victims (I mean, recipients) of these relentless calls? Here are some ideas:
Be the Blocker:
National Do Not Call Registry (NDNCR)
Just like the US, India has an NDNCR. Register your phone number there. It’s not a foolproof solution, but it can help reduce some calls.
Phone Settings: Most smartphones these days have built-in options to block specific numbers or numbers with certain prefixes. Utilize this feature!
Be the Boss:
Don’t Be Shy: When that telemarketing call comes in, don’t just let it ring. Pick up the phone and politely but firmly tell them you’re not interested and to remove you from their call list.
The Script Master: Craft a short, polite canada phone number script you can use to shut down telemarketers quickly. Something like, “Thank you for calling, but I’m not interested. Please remove me from your list.”
The Authority Figure: Sometimes, a little white lie can work wonders. Tell them you’re on the National Do Not Call Registry and report the violation if they persist.
Be the Investigator (Light Version)
Identify the Culprit: Note down the company name (if they provide it) and the phone number. A quick Google search can often reveal the company’s website or social media presence. Leave a comment or message expressing your displeasure with their telemarketing practices.
Beyond the Block Button:
Talk to Your Service Provider: Some service Canada Phone Number providers offer additional call-blocking features for a fee. Explore these options if you’re truly bombarded with unwanted calls.
The Ethical Conundrum:
There’s another side to this coin, though. Many telemarketing jobs in India are a source of income, especially for young people. We don’t want to put people out of work.
The Ideal World:
TRAI Enforcement: We need stricter enforcement of the NDNCR. Fines and penalties for telemarketing companies that violate the rules would be a good deterrent.
Industry Standards: Telemarketing companies should have stricter internal regulations and ethical codes of conduct regarding unsolicited calls.
