Failed The Name Game, Part 11
I work in a call center and frequently speak with elderly people who like to make small talk; some are quite pleasant and others are very rude or very nosy. I am female and have a name that is common for men, like Billy or Bobby, but can also be a girl’s name.
Me: “Thank you for calling [Company]. My name is [My Name]. How can I help you?”
Client: “What’s your name again?!”
I repeat myself.
Client: “You sound very effeminate!”
Me: “Well, I am female.”
Client: “Oh, you must be named after your father!”
Me: *As cheerfully as I can muster* “Maybe! I don’t really know who he is! Now, what questions did you have about your account?”
Client: *Flustered* “Oh! Well, I… uh…” *Click*
Related:
Failed The Name Game, Part 10
Failed The Name Game, Part 9
Failed The Name Game, Part 8
Failed The Name Game, Part 7
Failed The Name Game, Part 6
