I do realize now that what I said back then was rude and inappropriate so maybe I actually am a wee bit wiser.
So there's my confession. Now I just have one question for any female members of KB that happen to read this.
Will you—on behalf of Amanda—accept my apology for treating her so horribly all those years ago?
Yep, that was pretty low, Remmy. While she was a telemarketer, she is also someone that is just out trying to make a buck. I get it though. And you're forgiven.
I used to work for an insurance company. I had to call on claims and try and poke holes in their stories. One particular client wasn't liking my line of questioning and knew he was caught. He started getting more upset. When it was at the point of him realizing he wasn't going to get his way, he said, "You've really got your panties in a bunch today." I didn't respond when he added, "Or is it that your dildo got stuck in your ass today." I was furious but didn't say anything. My customer service training taught me to take a breath and never raise your voice at a customer. So, I took a deep Breath, then, "Mr Smith, no my panties are not in a bunch because I didn't wear any today, and I just checked, my dildo is still in my purse." The look on my male supervisors face, who was sitting across from me was priceless. I only got in a little trouble when we reviewed tape and he heard what was said to me. After all, I had just saved the company on a $3000 claim.
The thing is, we've all done things that we regret later. When in situations like this, think of the person on the other end of a phone call as being your daughter, niece, grand daughter, grand son etc. Just nicely interrupt them when you realize it's a sales call, tell them you're not interested and wish them luck with their next customer and tell them to have a good day. They'll appreciate it your kindness.