So far we've covered three different phrases that make you sound less experience: 1) I don't know, 2) I have to ask my boss, and 3) Is that ok?. And here is this month's installment:
"I am the junior-level ___"
If your title is less than impressive, it is more difficult to be taken seriously. Instead of introducing yourself with your job title, it is easier to build credibility when you give your job description.
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What's in a name...?
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Instead of "I'm the junior sales director," say something like, "I'm from the sales department and I'm here to help you with ___." or "I'm in charge of ___."
It's still the honest truth, but it makes you sound more experienced and will give you more credibility in the eyes of your clients/customers.
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What if my title doesn't make sense?
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My husband once worked for a company doing the work of a controller who is responsible for all of the financial matters for the company. They had a habit of creating odd titles for their executives. Some of them sounded less than impressive, but others actually confused people. He'd usually tell them he was in charge of the company's financials.
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Take Away:
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The key is to introduce yourself with honesty and clarity, but also giving yourself some instant credibility and trust.