Babelforce
JUNE 10, 2021
In this post: Why balancing AHT and service matters What is AHT? 14 tips to cut Average Handling Time #1 Improve your call routing #2 Gather customer information automatically #3 Show customer information on screen #4 Improve your data collection #5 Offer omnichannel support #6 Train agents thoroughly #7 Provide agents with support #8 Create more effective processes!
Nicereply
JUNE 8, 2021
One phrase used with a certain customer may not go down too well with another, and it’s important to remember that every customer is an individual. The phrases you use when talking to customers are crucial for good communication. Word choice and language can have a big effect on how you make a customer feel when talking to your service reps, so you should consider them carefully.
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Inbenta
JUNE 9, 2021
Summary: What Is a Reactive Chatbot? So Then, What Is a Proactive Chatbot? Why is proactive support important? Benefits of Proactive Chatbots. Proactive Chatbot Best Practices – When and How to Use Them. Is There Any Disadvantage to Implementing a Proactive Chatbot? Chatbots are the quintessence of automated information systems. They provide answers, they perform transactions, they cut waiting times, and help increase customer satisfaction.
ShepHyken
JUNE 9, 2021
Everybody has angry customers. Some customers are angry because they have a complaint. Some are just having a bad day. Whatever the reason, you must know how to handle angry customers. In our customer service training workshops , we provide a number of tactics to manage these difficult customer situations. Before I get into the specifics, remember that when angry customers have their problems managed appropriately, they can become your best customers.
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Step-by-step instructions on how to use AI for growth in your contact center Learn how AI can transform your contact center operations. In this ebook, dig into the different AI technologies, then see how each can help automate tasks, streamline service, and turn your contact center from a cost center to a profit house. Plus, we’ll give you practical tips on choosing the right AI tools, getting them up and running, and measuring their impact.
Beyond Philosophy
JUNE 11, 2021
I downgraded one of my online subscriptions recently. I noticed in the process that not only did the platform tell me about all the features and benefits I would lose access to by downgrading, but they put it in red typeface AND had me check off a box for each item I was losing. I couldn’t help but think what a great example this experience was for using Loss Aversion to get customers to do what you want.
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Callminer
JUNE 9, 2021
Quality assurance does more than ensure regulatory compliance, it helps contact centers deliver the best outcomes for customers. Read our blog for tips on optimizing QA practices.
ShepHyken
JUNE 11, 2021
This week we feature an article by John O’Leary, a speaker, coach, and best-selling author. He shares an excerpt from his #1 bestselling book In Awe. Scott worked at the valet stand. . When he saw [me] this nine-year-old kid wrapped with bandages, eyes reddened from the physical therapy session he’d just endured, Velcro-strapped into a wheelchair, waiting for a ride home, he must have recognized that this kid needed some extra attention. .
Beyond Philosophy
JUNE 11, 2021
In my early career, I never thought I could fire a customer. I felt like if a customer wanted to be a customer, I should let them. However, I have changed my opinion over the years. Now, I believe that the customer relationship goes both ways and customers that aren’t treating your organization or employees well should get sacked. In my global Customer Experience consultancy, I have refused to work with some organizations.
Contact Center Pipeline
JUNE 9, 2021
The sudden shift from on-premise to work-from-home (WFH) last year was an eye-opening experience for contact centers and employees alike. Understandably, there were some early stumbles among companies that had no previous remote-work model in place and those that had not transitioned to cloud platforms. Overall, though, companies reported seeing the benefits of having a […].
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Understanding and improving your customer experience (CX) can have a massive impact on your bottom line. Choosing the right voice of customers (VoC) solution is a critical step to elevating CX. Frost & Sullivan researched more than 50 leading VoC vendors, analyzing both their “innovation index” and “growth index” to independently select the top 10 performers in each of these categories.
Callminer
JUNE 7, 2021
Sentiment and emotion analysis enables businesses to keep track of how customers feel about products and services. This blog shares how these insights deepen customer relationships.
ShepHyken
JUNE 7, 2021
Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Here are my top five picks from last week. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. Customer Interviews for CX: How to Conduct Interviews & How They Can Make a Difference by Jeannie Walters. (Experience Investigators) Customer interviews can highlight issues in emotional ways.
Beyond Philosophy
JUNE 5, 2021
Pricing strategy on its face doesn’t seem complicated. The goal is to get as high a price as you can to ensure you have enough margin to make a profit, while also moving inventory at a sufficient rate. So, the strategy is often to move the price around until you find the sweet spot that hits all these metrics. However, like most things that have to do with customer behavior, it isn’t as simple as that.
Contact Center Pipeline
JUNE 8, 2021
The world of contact center training is complicated. Trainers are responsible for helping the onboarding process run smoothly for new agents by delivering the best possible training program tailored to the training class and industry. It isn’t easy to develop training programs, implement exercises to keep your audience entertained, and make sure all the correct […].
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CX leaders are in a gold rush for AI, lured by the promise of cost savings and a revolution in service delivery. But simply deploying AI in your contact center isn't a magic bullet. There are hidden dangers that can derail your AI dreams. Recent incidents, such as the missteps of an AI chatbot deployed by Air Canada, have underscored the complexities and risks involved in leveraging AI in customer-facing roles.
TechSee
JUNE 10, 2021
It’s no secret that truck rolls are a necessary evil for the service industry. Yes, they cost a lot. Absolutely, your customers aren’t happy to wait for service. Of course, in-person contact puts employees and customers at risk. Sure, they divert your workforce from more strategic tasks. . But even though a large proportion of truck rolls are non-value-added activities and a tremendous waste of resources, these dispatches remain a fact of life for service organizations.
ShepHyken
JUNE 8, 2021
Stress Test Your Business to Prepare for the Bad Times. How to Identify Market Opportunities that Your Competitors Miss. Shep Hyken interviews Dr. Jeffrey Magee, one of today’s leading Leadership Strategists. He is the author of Your Trajectory Code and more than 30 other books. They discuss how to stress test your business in the good times so that you are empowered to provide a great experience to your clients even in the bad times.
Steve DiGioia
JUNE 10, 2021
The other day I got a voicemail message from someone who sounded like they had a mouth full of marbles. I couldn’t understand most of what she said, and she spoke so quickly that each word just bled into the next. I even played the message back hoping to catch what I missed the first time. No difference. A question for you salespeople…. Why waste your time making a phone call and then expect someone to call you back when we can’t even understand what you are saying?
Contact Center Pipeline
JUNE 11, 2021
The following Q&A is part of a series on creating a sustainable work-from-home contact center. Each post examines a vital technology that supports contact centers in the transition to a permanent remote-work model. Below, Calabrio’s Brad Snedecker discusses quality management solutions, work-from-home (WFH) challenges that QM solves, along with key features, how to get the […].
Speaker: Laura Noonan, Chief Revenue Officer at CallFinder + Angie Kronlage, Director of Program Success at Working Solutions + April Wiita, Vice President of Program Success at Working Solutions
Are you still manually reviewing calls? 🤔 It's time for a change! The traditional method of manual call monitoring is no longer cutting it in today's fast-paced call center environment. Industry experts Angie Kronlage and April Wiita from Working Solutions are here to explore the power of innovative automation to revolutionize outdated call review processes!
Peter Lavers
JUNE 6, 2021
We are delighted to announce that our founding director Peter Lavers has again been recognised as one of the World’s top 50 customer experience influencers, this time by The Awards Magazine. It is a great list of experts in the field, and Peter said: “It is always nice to be recognised for my passion for customers and their experience, especially when it’s as part of such an august group.
Help Scout
JUNE 8, 2021
Artificial intelligence (AI) shows incredible promise in 2021, but the experience of interacting with an AI chatbot is more like talking to a distracted toddler than it is to Tony Stark’s Jarvis. Still, using AI chatbots for customer service makes plenty of sense. Perhaps you’ve read about recent AI breakthroughs, seen a compelling demo, or heard that your competition is installing an AI system.
Fonolo
JUNE 8, 2021
Look around your call center. Do your agents seem tired, frustrated, or fed up with work? Call centers have a reputation for being difficult places to work, especially for front-line agents. This results in high agent churn or disengaged employees. A poor work culture inevitably has a direct impact on your customer experience ? in other words, if your agents aren’t happy, your customers won’t be either.
Contact Center Pipeline
JUNE 10, 2021
Chicago’s first hit “Make Me Smile” broke into Billboard’s Top 10 in March 1970. The song was written by founding member James Pankow as part of a song suite consisting of several movements. Different versions were edited together to complete the version most people are familiar with today, and the growling vocals were delivered by […].
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Cut complexity and boost efficiency while empowering your customers with Nextiva's unified communications platform. Nextiva streamlines workflows and centralizes customer interactions, all while simplifying business collaboration, increasing productivity, and reducing employee burnout.
Outsource Consultants
JUNE 7, 2021
We’ve all asked the question: “When will I find the right call center partner?”. Maybe you’ve searched endlessly for a BPO partner that felt right. Or you’ve been wondering about meeting someone new, a BPO partner that’s nice, that makes you feel important — but no luck. Meanwhile, all of your friends are posting happy pictures of their blossoming BPO relationships, scaling revenue and efficiency in great destinations like the Caribbean and the Philippines.
Eptica
JUNE 7, 2021
Date: Friday, June 4, 2021 Author: Pauline Ashenden - Demand Generation Manager Successfully managing the shift to hybrid working. Published on: June 04, 2021. Author: Pauline Ashenden - Demand Generation Manager The switch to hybrid/blended working provides contact centres with opportunities to become more flexible and efficient while accessing a greater pool of talent.
Monet Software
JUNE 10, 2021
8 Tips for Optimizing Schedules and Enhancing Contact Center Workforce Engagement.at the Same Time. We all love a win-win. A two-for-one. A prize in the Cracker Jack box. Getting a little extra can be amazing. Many contact center managers, however, don’t realize how much more value their scheduling activity can deliver to employees, beyond letting agents know when to show up for shifts.
HelpCrunch
JUNE 8, 2021
I prefer self-checkouts, mobile carsharing, and online shopping. Anytime I have a question, I google it first. Whereas my 50ish dad calls taxis via phone and goes for human cashiers or physical stores. When he [ … ]. The post What is Customer Self-Service? Value, Benefits, Best Options appeared first on HelpCrunch blog.
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Customers expect to be able to interact with your organization whenever and however they want. They also expect your agents to have insights into their journeys so that they don’t have to repeat themselves as they move through various channels. And, if they’re not able to, they just might find one of your competitors who will offer the flexibility they are looking for.
Avoxi
JUNE 9, 2021
Buy Online Get a Free Demo Direct Routing vs Calling Plans in Microsoft Teams Direct Routing vs. Teams Calling Plans What are Calling Plans in Teams? Calling Plans in Teams are business voice bundles provided by Microsoft. They include a users phone number and a package of minutes for calls. Where are Calling Plans available?… The post Direct Routing vs Teams Calling Plans appeared first on AVOXI.
Totango
JUNE 8, 2021
During the live presentation of the Technology & Services Industry Association (TSIA) Interact webinar “Mastering Scale with Digital Customer Journeys”, Totango CCO and COO Jamie Bertasi, Trustpilot Senior Global Director of Customer Marketing Taylor Cunningham, and Monster Senior Director of Customer Success and Client Adoption Karla Russel answered several questions from attendees.
Aspect
JUNE 10, 2021
We talk a lot about outcomes. A focus on outcomes tends to intensify as things trend very good or very bad. We like to think leadership, culture, economy, and decision-making as the primary drivers of outcomes and results. Rarely do we equate process with results for some reason. Process isn’t action; it’s glacial. Process isn’t fun, or intuitive, or on a whim.
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