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Contact Center Agent Burnout – Part 1, Warning Signs

Noble Systems

When agents are overloaded, they are often tardy to work, call in sick more frequently, take longer lunches and breaks, don’t show up to meetings and leave work early. If you notice that an agent’s schedule adherence has taken a dive, it is time to have a talk to determine if they are experiencing burnout.

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Workforce Management for Call Centers: What You Need to Know

Playvox

Effective scheduling not only ensures adequate coverage, but leverages agents’ skills and experience to maximize customer satisfaction and helps to avoid agent burnout. Administrative time is reduced because AI-powered software factors in staffing and call volume forecasts, agent availability, and business needs.

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What is Call Center Performance Management?

Talkdesk

Performance Management and Customer Experience Call center agents, like retail workers, are on the frontline of customer interactions, and often face frustrated or angry consumers who are upset about a situation and place the blame firmly on the person in front of them.