Voice Messages Overview
Express Yourself More Clearly
Voice messages bring a personal touch to your bargaining conversations. Convey emotions, explain complex requirements, and build stronger relationships with vendors through the power of voice communication.
Voice adds warmth to negotiations
Speak faster than you type
Tone prevents misunderstandings
Research shows that negotiations with voice messages have 35% higher success rates. Vendors appreciate the personal connection and are more likely to offer better deals.
Recording Tips
Technical Best Practices
✅ Recording Environment
- Quiet space: Minimize background noise and distractions
- Good signal: Ensure stable internet connection
- Close to mic: Hold phone 15-20cm from your mouth
- Natural position: Speak as if talking to a friend
❌ Common Mistakes
- Too far from mic: Results in muffled audio
- Speaking too fast: Hard to understand, especially for non-native speakers
- Background noise: TV, traffic, or conversations
- Too long: Messages over 2 minutes lose impact
Content Guidelines
Effective Voice Message Structure
Sample Voice Message Script
"Hello Mr. Ahmed, good afternoon! I'm very interested in the iPhone 14 you have listed. I've seen similar phones, but yours looks to be in excellent condition from the photos. I'm ready to purchase today if we can agree on a fair price. Would you consider ₦580,000? I can pick it up this evening if you're available. Please let me know what you think. Thank you for your time!"
How to Record Voice Messages
Step-by-Step Recording Process
Open Chat Window
Navigate to your bargaining conversation with the vendor
Find Voice Button
Look for the microphone icon next to the message input field
Grant Permissions
Allow microphone access if prompted (first time only)
Record Your Message
Hold or tap the microphone button and speak clearly
Review and Send
Listen to your recording, re-record if needed, then send
Mobile Recording
- • Hold microphone button to record
- • Slide up to lock recording (hands-free)
- • Swipe left to cancel while recording
- • Tap send button to deliver message
- • Voice messages auto-play on recipient's device
Desktop Recording
- • Click microphone icon to start
- • Recording indicator shows active session
- • Click stop button when finished
- • Preview before sending (optional)
- • Recipients get notification for voice messages
Voice Message Etiquette
Cultural Considerations
Nigeria's diverse cultural landscape means different regions and communities may have varying preferences for communication styles:
Respectful Practices
- • Use appropriate greetings ("Good morning", "Good afternoon")
- • Address vendors respectfully ("Sir", "Madam", or their name)
- • Speak at moderate pace for clarity
- • Be mindful of local languages and expressions
- • Keep messages concise and purpose-driven
Language Tips
- • Use simple, clear English when possible
- • Avoid complex jargon or slang
- • Repeat important details (prices, dates)
- • Ask if they prefer text for numerical information
- • Be patient with response times
Professional Communication
Do's for Business Voice Messages
- • Start with polite greeting
- • State your purpose clearly
- • Speak with confident, friendly tone
- • Mention specific product details
- • End with clear call to action
- • Express appreciation for their time
Don'ts for Voice Messages
- • Don't eat, drink, or chew while recording
- • Avoid aggressive or demanding tone
- • Don't record in noisy environments
- • Avoid extremely long messages (>3 min)
- • Don't use inappropriate language
- • Avoid recording when emotional
Voice Message Troubleshooting
Cannot Record Voice Messages
If microphone button is greyed out or not working:
- • Check browser microphone permissions in settings
- • Ensure no other app is using your microphone
- • Refresh the page and try again
- • Clear browser cache and cookies
- • Try a different browser or device
Poor Audio Quality
If your voice messages sound unclear:
- • Move to a quieter environment
- • Check your device's microphone isn't blocked
- • Hold device closer to your mouth (15-20cm)
- • Speak more slowly and clearly
- • Restart your device if persistent
Voice Message Not Sending
If recorded messages won't deliver:
- • Check your internet connection stability
- • Ensure message isn't too long (max 5 minutes)
- • Try recording a shorter message
- • Switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data
- • Contact support if problem persists
Voice messages are automatically transcribed for accessibility and archived securely. They are permanently deleted after 90 days for privacy protection.