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3 Things Being an Overwhelmed Call Center Manager Taught Me About Motivating Employees

Myra Golden

George was a bright, energetic, proactive frontline customer service representative. At 2:30 I have a customer loyalty task force meeting. George jumped at the chance to get out of the call center and sit in on a meeting with managers and directors. I held monthly staff meetings with my call center. (I

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The Best Advice I’ve Ever Heard For Getting Customer Service Reps to Convey Empathy

Myra Golden

Two years ago I was working with a company to help their customer service representatives convey empathy to customers. The intended outcome of the training was for employees to speak to customers with care, concern and compassion. Achieving empathy in the customer experience is a bit like walking a tightrope.

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Become a better leader by knowing yourself and managing your emotions

Beyond Philosophy

EQ is also a crucial part of your customer experience design and delivery. Today, we are discussing EQ, what it is, and how it helps your customer strategy and leadership. The same goes for customer service representatives. Having a high EQ is vital to customer service.

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Mastering the Art of Signposting: A Guide to Controlling Calls with Ease

Myra Golden

It’s a crucial skill for anyone who frequently takes calls, such as customer service representatives, salespeople, or receptionists. Mastering the art of signposting can help you control the call, build rapport with the caller, and ultimately achieve your desired outcome. .”

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The Best Advice I’ve Ever Heard For Getting Customer Service Reps to Convey Empathy

Myra Golden

Two years ago I was working with a company to help their customer service representatives convey empathy to customers. The intended outcome of the training was for employees to speak to customers with care, concern and compassion. Achieving empathy in the customer experience is a bit like walking a tightrope.

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6 Verbal Aikido Tactics Everyone Who Handles Difficult Customers Should be Using

Myra Golden

N o matter what your product or service is or what business you’re in, your employees will have to deal with difficult customers. So that’s why I’m sharing these tactics… to show you a fast and easy new way your employees can create calm and regain control with difficult customers. Interestingly, call volume was not up.

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6 Verbal Aikido Tactics Everyone Who Handles Difficult Customers Should be Using

Myra Golden

N o matter what your product or service is or what business you’re in, your employees will have to deal with difficult customers. So that’s why I’m sharing these tactics… to show you a fast and easy new way your employees can create calm and regain control with difficult customers. Interestingly, call volume was not up.