When using the phone, what should be relied on to convey confidence and professionalism?

A) The ability to multitask while on the phone
B) The ability to send links to the audience to support information conveyed while conversing
C) The ability to use tone of voice to convey meaning
D) The ability to block out distractions
E) The ability to keep calls short and to the point

Answer: C
Explanation: C) IM and other text-based tools have taken over many exchanges that used to take place over the phone, but phone skills are still essential. Because phone calls lack the visual richness of face-to-face conversations, you have to rely on your attitude and tone of voice to convey confidence and professionalism.