Today’s business happens on the go, so it makes logical sense to take business calls on your cell phone. This way, you aren’t chained to your desk while waiting for a client to call and don’t have to worry about missing business when opportunity knocks.

 But if your personal cell phone is also doubling as your only business line, you may end up with more problems than you’re solving:

1. You’re sacrificing your privacy.

Your personal cell phone number will be plastered on all your marketing materials, business emails, website, and other public sources. This could expose you to potential security issues or threats, including phishing scams. Hackers can hijack your phone number and even the data on your phone.

2. You might see an increase in robocalls.

No one likes those dreaded robocalls. The FTC reports that they receive more than 150,000 complaints about robocallers each month. And if you’re using your cell phone for business, there’s not much you can do about them. Every time you answer your phone thinking it’s a business call, your line is designated as “hot”, which could increase the number of scam calls you receive.

3. You’re stuck with your phone number.

If you ever want to change your phone number, all of your previously published print materials will be useless. This means getting new business cards and other collateral, which can be expensive. Plus, customers will have to get used to dialing a different number, which could result in a drop in business.

4. It’s harder to grow beyond a staff of one.

If you’re using a personal cell phone, it’s going to be hard for employees to help you answer calls. You’ll need an easier way for employees to get in touch with clients, and they may be less willing to use their personal cell phones than you are. Venturing away from mobile numbers allow your employees to take and make calls without your involvement.

Get Small Business VOIP Services to Your Cell Phone

You might think you’re saving money by only paying for one line. Plus, you have plenty of mobility to take business everywhere with you. But using your personal cell phone number as your only business line could leave you vulnerable to all of the above issues.

 Instead, a small business VOIP service can give you the best of both worlds. You can have calls routed to your cell phone without divulging your personal digits, giving you more privacy and (hopefully) more business.

 Contact us today to learn more about small business VOIP services and make your cell phone personal again.