In a more philosophical mood today, hence this post (and my last one about appearing bigger than you are).
I noticed almost nobody (entrepreneurs and corporate people both) ever leaves a real vacation message on their voicemail or e-mail autorespond. It's always "out of the office", etc. Like they are ashamed to admit they are taking a vacation. Well, I'm onto the little ruse - if you're "out of the office from 6/29-7/14", well, you are on vacation, my friend
Even worse is the "I will be away from 3/14-3/28. However, I will be checking e-mail, voicemail, and will also have my blackberry with me. In addition, the hotel desk will also take messages. You can reach them at xxxxxx"
Doesn't sound like much of a vacation to me.
Not me (well, not anymore - I used to be afraid to admit to taking a vacation, but oddly, now I'm somewhat proud of it.) I put a notice right on my website (in big red letters right above the contact form button) that says something akin to "Dan is on vacation from xx to xx, and will answer your stuff when he returns". I do the same for voicemail and e-mail.
Personally, I have a teeny bit more respect for people who do this. Maybe it's a confidence thing??
Do you say you are on vacation (when you are)? I think you should - it's actually kind of liberating.
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