Customer Service Life

JUNE 26, 2017

Ruth McCullen and Jeremy Watkin had the pleasure of having Virginia from Kingman Ink draw as we helped contact center leaders tell better stories. I had a fantastic time at the 2017 Contact Center Expo and Conference in Orlando, Florida. This article was originally published on the FCR blog on June 9, 2017.

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Noble Systems

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Recently, we published a blog on customer-centricity, which refers to creating a culture that places the customer at the core of every business decision a company makes so that their experience at every touchpoint is amazing every time. So, in order to be truly customer-centric, you must first become employee-centric.

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Noble Systems

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Recently, we published a blog on customer-centricity, which refers to creating a culture that places the customer at the core of every business decision a company makes so that their experience at every touchpoint is amazing every time. So, in order to be truly customer-centric, you must first become employee-centric.

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Hodusoft

JULY 19, 2023

Best practices for using inbound call center software Future of inbound call center software What is Inbound Call Center Software? Inbound call center software refers to a suite of tools and technologies used to manage and handle incoming customer calls within a contact center environment.

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SharpenCX

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Maintaining a satisfied workforce — particularly among customer-facing roles — should be considered a key prerequisite to delivering great customer experiences.” -– Daniel Zhao and Dr. Andrew Chamberlain for Glassdoor. Yet, 74% of contact center agents are still at risk for burnout. They’ll follow scripts and protocol.

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SharpenCX

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Maintaining a satisfied workforce — particularly among customer-facing roles — should be considered a key prerequisite to delivering great customer experiences.” -– Daniel Zhao and Dr. Andrew Chamberlain for Glassdoor. Yet, 74% of contact center agents are still at risk for burnout. They’ll follow scripts and protocol.

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Horizon CX

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

While efficiency and productivity are undoubtedly essential, businesses must not forget the importance of treating customers with genuine kindness and respect. Businesses need to recognize the importance of genuine care in customer interactions and prioritize the development of a customer-centric culture to mitigate these negative impacts.

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NobelBiz

JUNE 19, 2023

Harnessing the power of real-time monitoring in call centers is like having a crystal ball that reveals customer needs and preferences in the moment, enabling personalized interactions that leave a lasting impression. This enables them to identify areas for improvement and provide timely feedback and coaching to agents.

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NobelBiz

JUNE 5, 2023

Outbound Lead Generation In a call center, outbound lead generation is typically achieved through direct communication with prospects, usually via telephone calls. Using the Right Contact Center Technology Technology plays a vital role in lead generation. Running a contact center can get expensive.

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Skybridge

AUGUST 24, 2022

But I wonder: is our hyper-attention to figuring out what customers expect from us causing us to lose sight of how they need to feel when interacting with us ? The need to feel known and recognized as an individual The bonds between a customer and their favorite brands are personal ones. Your customers remember them.

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Call Experts

JULY 27, 2023

From improving response times to providing personalized interactions, a call center can be a game-changer for organizations looking to elevate their customer service and thrive in today’s competitive landscape. That’s why the customer service call center has emerged as a crucial component for enhancing business success.

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Tethr

JULY 21, 2020

Based on the Tethr Effort Index, AIS is a machine learning-based score that isolates the specific variables attributable to an agent within an interaction with a customer. A Fortune 1000 hospitality company is using AIS as a way to get back to what truly matters—the customer. Overhaul call center QA for good.

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JustCall

APRIL 12, 2023

Step 3: In the off-chance that the call goes straight to a voicemail box, the agent can use the voicemail drop feature present in most robust auto dialers today and drop a pre-recorded voice message for that contact. Step 4: During the call, the agent can view a call script and take notes as needed.

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Noble Systems

MARCH 19, 2021

While many large enterprises still use these on-premise systems, SMB call centers can now take advantage of today’s cloud call center software for small businesses. Cloud Contact Center for SMBs. In the coaching mode, managers can assist the agent during a call, but the customer can’t hear the manager.

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Tenfold - Contact Center Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

Organizational success and long-term growth primarily depends on customer satisfaction and loyalty, and customer service has always supported corporate growth by keeping customers happy and ensuring their ongoing loyalty. Strategies in Optimizing Call Center Customer Support for Increased Revenue.

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Balto

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Modern enterprise contact center solutions utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to identify customer pain points, the causes of low scores, and why your customers aren’t satisfied with their experience with your company. A contact center is considered successful if it’s customer-centric.

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Talkdesk

MARCH 2, 2018

Agent performance is, itself, a major challenge for contact centers. Well-coached NFL teams do not always win Super Bowls, well-practiced speakers do not always present inspirational speeches at the podium and empowered contact center agents do not always deliver experiences that satisfy customer and business needs.

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Integrity Solutions

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In This Post You Will Learn: What Does Customer Service Mean? The Impact Of A Customer Service Culture Enhancing Customer Service With A Sales Mindset Importance Of A Customer Service Strategy The Customer Experience Journey Contact Center Training Integrity Service® Customer Service Training What Does Customer Service Mean?

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Callminer

JULY 23, 2019

To empower call center leaders to improve agent feedback, we’ve rounded up 25 tips and best practices for delivering effective agent feedback. Many of the tips are those from experts directly in the call center industry. Others are from training and leadership professionals, experts in the area of training and coaching employees.

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NobelBiz

JULY 25, 2023

Discover the transformative potential of data-driven decision-making and personalized interactions that cultivate lasting relationships with customers. Join us as we navigate the landscape of Customer Interaction Analytics and its significant impact on customer-centric approaches in today’s business world.

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Playvox

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Your customers are talking, and they have a lot to say. As a contact center leader, there’s no question you’re at the heart of the conversation. But do you know how your customers really feel about your brand, products, services, and support? What Is Customer Sentiment Analysis?

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NobelBiz

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

In our sphere, a successful contact center is defined by its ability to manage customer interactions and meet their needs, while also operating in an efficient and cost-effective manner. In this article, we will elaborate on the key elements that underlie the success of contact centers.

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Integrity Solutions

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Customer service used to be viewed as the final link in the overall chain of customer touch points, a responsibility relegated to a department, contact center or automated attendant that would respond to complaints and (hopefully) eventually make things right. A script or product FAQ only skims the surface of a problem.

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SharpenCX

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Customer experience futurist Blake Morgan ranked Lyft among her top 100 customer-centric companies on Forbes. My role in helping to make that a reality is to deliver a world-class experience that our customers–both drivers and riders–love and trust.”. Learn 29 facts and tactics to improve coaching in your contact center.

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CSM Magazine

AUGUST 8, 2023

Empower : give agents greater control over when and where they work along with greater authority to influence customer outcomes. Give them permission to step outside of rigid rules, processes and scripts that dehumanise their participation. References – State of the Contact Center 2022.

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SharpenCX

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Customer experience futurist Blake Morgan ranked Lyft among her top 100 customer-centric companies on Forbes. My role in helping to make that a reality is to deliver a world-class experience that our customers–both drivers and riders–love and trust.”. Learn 29 facts and tactics to improve coaching in your contact center.

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Enghouse Interactive

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Contact centers, using AI and UCaaS, drive better customer service perceptions, agent performance and improve overall outcomes. This then helps identify what to avoid (process, flow, scripting, data, tools, offers). I ntegrate UC and collaboration with the contact center platform. They own the desktop.

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pindrop

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The contact center of the future is already here. Contact centers have been constantly transforming and reinventing themselves with a focus on improving customer experience. These trends have driven contact centers to invest in capacity increase, workflow automation, and process improvements.

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CX Global Media

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

The people on both lists include: Lynn Hunsaker : Lynn led customer experience improvement for many years in Strategic Information Manager, Customer Satisfaction Improvement Manager, and Head of Corporate Quality roles. Blake Morgan : Blake is a customer experience futurist, keynote speaker, and author of the book “More Is More”.

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