When the topic is phone call conversions, what usually springs to mind is cold calling or outbound calling. However, inbound calls—those initiated by the customer or prospect—are also opportunities for your phone support representatives to make a sale. A study by Forrester found that customers who initiate inbound calls convert faster, spend more, and churn less [...]
To provide your customers with exceptional experiences, whether they are a brand new customer or a returning one, you need to pay attention to their needs. There are different ways in which they will communicate this with you, either through face-to-face conversations, email messages, telephone calls, or feedback left through an online review site. Do not [...]
In recent years, there has been this “on-again” and “off-again” business model to provide employees with more flexibility in their work schedules. Many companies of all sizes have experimented with telecommuting and virtual offices in the past. Some organizations continue to allow their employees the perks of these options, while others have either done away with [...]
Figuring out how to attract top talent is an issue that all employers must grapple with. What kind of work environment does an in-demand candidate typically prefer? How can you detect “red flags” in a candidate’s employment history that potentially point to inadequate workplace skills and/or serious character deficiencies? What is the best way to quickly [...]
Creative agencies such as advertising companies often spend so much time on their work that they neglect to put enough care and attention into their customer service. How a creative agency interacts with its customers has a big impact on the relationship between them, and can make or break a sale or a contract renegotiation. If [...]
The core principle of customer service has remained the same over the years: Address the customers’ concerns, and be supportive and friendly. However, in today’s technology-driven society, much has changed in regards to call handling, self-service options, and customer feedback. Most call centers have automated answering systems which prompt customers for various responses to ensure they [...]
Recently, the news headlines have been dominated by tragedy. Coffee shops, factories, and ordinary workplaces have been instantly and irreversibly catapulted into chaos and mayhem. Have you considered beefing up security to keep your workers safe? Here are three tips for providing better security against the unknown and unknowable, including how quality answering services can help. [...]
What does it take to succeed in today's business climate? More people are starting their own businesses than ever before, but common mistakes and a lack of understanding of the current business climate lead too many startups to failure. Here are the best mistakes to avoid to keep your business or startup afloat in 2015. 1. [...]
Looking for a dependable inbound calling center? There are several questions you can ask those you are considering so that you are happy with the route you choose. Do not shy away from the tough questions. Find out about the company's stability, track record, financial situation, and capacity levels before you sign on the dotted line. [...]
Immigration is a huge news story these days, and everyone seems to have their own opinion about how the U.S. should handle immigrants. But the fact of the matter is, immigrants are here, and most likely are here to stay. Since Texas is so near the border, and there are lots of jobs here for those [...]
