Have I reached the party to whom I am speaking?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker politely confirms the identity of the listener.
- In plain terms
- Are you the person I am supposed to talk to?
- What can you take from it?
- Confirm who you are speaking with.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you verify contacts?
Another view
It is often unnecessary in personal calls.
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