Whether you're trying to get rid of a neighbor who's upset you or just want to appear more popular, pretending to get a call can come in handy every now and then. To do this properly, follow these steps.
Steps
Step 1. Understand who you are trying to escape from and why
Is he a nosy person? Crazy? Unfriendly? Or just not as impressed with your popularity as you want it to be? Make sure you plan the fake conversation accordingly, especially if it is possible that this person understands the bluff.
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If you try to hit someone, the friendship will need to feel very deep or possibly have a flirty touch to emphasize your desirability. However, don't overdo it, or you may feel like you're already busy.
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If you are trying to get rid of someone, you will need to make the conversation appear serious and urgent. You could also add a “Are you okay ??”, give a sorry look to the person you want to avoid, indicate that you need to go and head elsewhere.
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Step 2. Know your phone
Some mobiles have side buttons to control volume, vibration, etc. Get to know them well enough to use them in the dark or while your phone is in your pocket. That way, if you ever find yourself in an unexpected situation, you can always fake this urgent phone call. Be very quick though, or they'll catch you. Some phones allow you to fake a call, on smartphones you can usually download an app for free to receive fake calls.
Step 3. Make sure your mobile is set to silent mode
This includes all sounds, ringtones, receiving text and voice messages, reminders that warn you because the battery is low… In short, everything. If your cell phone betrays you in the middle of a fake conversation, the next encounter with the person you want to avoid will be even worse. Most phones have a setting that allows you to switch usage profiles and turn sounds on or off relatively quickly.
Step 4. Pretend to receive a call
Put your phone in a discreet place, like a purse or pocket, where it could theoretically vibrate without anyone noticing what's really going on.
Step 5. Start your fake conversation
Do not start it by saying “Hello?”, Because the number of the person calling you appears on your mobile. Instead, say "Hi" to the "person" on the other end of the phone. Ask her how she is. Take your time to think about what you will say next, the person you want to avoid will simply think that you have a chatty friend.
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In most social situations, a fake (but well done) laugh or a "Really?" while on the phone will allow you to quickly get rid of this person. It shows that you are genuinely interested in the conversation, and therefore hanging up would be unacceptable at this very moment.
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Step 6. Be courteous
Recognize the person you want to avoid by cracking a smile and a nod or saying a simple "Hi", letting them know that you would love to stop and talk to them, but damn, right now you just can't!
Method 1 of 1: Pre-Planning
Step 1. Pick up the handset of your home phone and call on your cell phone
Let it ring and record some very detailed message, carry out an imaginary conversation with someone. Here's a good example: “Hey (name)… I'm fine, and you?… Oh, really? But is it fantastic? … See you later? … Sure, no problem … At what time? … See you later then! . As you record your message, don't forget to make the right expressions when you say something so that it sounds realistic.
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You can also ask a friend to do it for you.
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Step 2. Listen to the message for a few minutes to think of suitable responses
It is especially important to familiarize yourself with the timing, so that you don't lose the rhythm and make a fool of yourself.
Step 3. Make sure your phone is set to silent mode
We repeat, there should be no sounds, ringtones, the arrival of text messages or answering machine, warnings indicating low battery, etc.
Step 4. Turn down the volume
This move is different from leaving the phone on silent mode. The volume can be controlled through the two-position buttons on the side.
Step 5. Keep your phone in your pocket and discreetly press the button to instantly access your voicemail
Let the automatic explanatory message finish silently while the mobile is in your pocket. Then, bring it close to your face. It is useful to calculate how long it lasts before staging.
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Make sure you don't have unheard voicemails preceding the one you left alone.
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Step 6. Pretend to receive the call
Take your cell phone out of your pocket, turn up the volume and join the fake conversation with the pre-recorded message.
Advice
- If you're trying to impress this person, start by having an interesting conversation with them, but leave it hanging as soon as you get the call. This method is great for exes, bosses, people you like but don't dare to talk to, etc.
- Don't worry too much about making the phone ring. Many people let go of the vibration, and unless the cell phone is on a solid surface or in a quiet room, no one will notice if they don't hear it ringing.
- When you fake a call, you don't have to play a "back and forth" conversation. Hold the phone as you usually do when you listen carefully and every now and then say "Oh really?" or "Wow", or put in some short interjections.
- If you are avoiding a persistent person, start the conversation by asking the "caller" if he can give you 20 minutes. This sentence should discourage even the stickiest of people.
- If you are really desperate, schedule a phone call. Ask someone to call you at a certain time when you know you will be with that person and it will be difficult to pretend to be called.
- If you absolutely must make the phone ring, open the list of ringtones. Usually, when you select one, it plays. Let it ring, then return to the home screen. This will stop the ringer. Right now, pretend to answer the phone. Start the conversation.
- Make sure you allow time for the "person" on the other end of the phone to answer. It will seem unrealistic if you are the only person talking - listening is also important, because this is how a normal telephone conversation goes.
- If you want to avoid a person you see every day (for example, on your way home from school with your friends) and you have an alarm on your cell phone, set it for the time you want it to ring. You can pretend the phone is ringing.
Warnings
- Do not overdo it. If you complicate things too much, you will be doomed to be caught red-handed.
- Even though you have set the silent mode, your phone can light up when you touch it. Make sure the screen is facing you, not the person who is bothering you.
