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The Rising Risk of Call Center Agent Burnout in the Age of COVID-19

Skybridge

Remind your team that taking their breaks, getting their exercise, and staying connected with others are important. Do Everything in Your Power to Empower Your Agents. But I can tell you that one of the biggest lessons we have learned is that autonomy and freedom lead to employee engagement.

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The Morale Doctor is In

Monet Software

If you’re seeing symptoms of burnout in your SMB contact center, or in online interactions with certain remote agents, it’s time to do something about it. Once an employee reaches burnout stage, you’re in crisis mode. Even the most employee-centric contact centers must confront agent burnout occasionally.

Morale 100
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The Complete Guide to Call Center Management

Fonolo

According to research from the Harvard Business Review, 71% of managers surveyed said employee engagement is an important factor in the overall success of a company. They motivate employees through goal setting, help resolve conflicts, and play a large role in improving employee morale. Remember the acronym S.M.A.R.T