What do you enjoy most about your switchboard operator career?

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What do you enjoy most about being a switchboard operator? What do you dislike the most? Is it challenging? Are there many opportunities to learn and advance?

What keeps you at your job?

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florida1 in Perkasie, Pennsylvania

37 months ago

I enjoy everything, literally.
It is challanging because it can be problem rectifying before passing the call on.
Yes, you can advance. I began doing mail, FedX,UPS, faxing, interaction with many of our sales reps.
Just the fast paced phones & people contact made everyday interesting. I enjoyed helping to build the business, as well.
My company downsized and several hundred employees were let go. I ran the second shift office crew, as well as the switchboard, and they closed it down.
I am returning to Brownwood June 3rd and will be seeking stable employment. If there are any opportunities, I would appreciate being made aware of them, and have a resume upon request.
Thank you for your reply.

Regards,

Joan Verne

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gobarbados in Temple Hills, Maryland

36 months ago

I loved working as a switchboard operator. You are the voice of the company. You are the first voice that the person on the other end of the telephone hear. You have a smile with your voice, which makes a very warm introduction,

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