Apr 11, 2013
Like LG-Maryland I simply do not answer unidentified calls. If the individual or company is so ashamed that they can't properly displaying their name then they aren't worth my time to answer their call. Unlike others, I never try to call the number back, not worth my time, energy or effort. Besides, they can track that you've tried to call them and may use that for their benefit. If it was an important call, they'll leave me a message (I often screen the messages and can pick up the phone if it is some one I need to talk to), they'd have to leave a message if I wans't home anyway. They either leave no message (which means it wasn't important, or most likely a scam call) or it's a robo-call and I quickly, and with pleasure, delete their message. When I do screen calls, if they allow me to speak with a representative, I'll press the button and lay the phone down. I'll check on it a few later and hang up when I hear the 'off-hook' beeping. If they want to waste my time, I can surely waste their time. I have never bought or accepted anything from a 'cold call' and never will.