5 Effective Ways to Improve Inbound Call Conversion Rate

By |2021-09-28T13:56:33+00:00September 16th, 2021|Categories: Inbound Call Center|Tags: , |

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 [...]

How to Meet Customer Service Expectations

By |2017-02-09T23:20:58+00:00February 15th, 2017|Categories: Answering Service, Call Center, Inbound Call Center|Tags: , , |

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 [...]

Finding Flexibility in Your Business Operations

By |2016-12-19T18:23:54+00:00December 29th, 2016|Categories: Answering Service, Customer Support, Inbound Call Center|Tags: , , |

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 [...]

Employee Screening Tips for Small Business

By |2020-06-18T19:20:06+00:00May 5th, 2016|Categories: Answering Service, Call Center, Customer Support, Inbound Call Center, Outsourced Call Center|

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 [...]

How Creative Agencies Can Improve Their Customer Service

By |2020-06-18T18:35:52+00:00March 22nd, 2015|Categories: Call Center, Customer Support, Inbound Call Center|

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 [...]

How Technology Has Changed Customer Service

By |2020-06-18T18:37:32+00:00March 15th, 2015|Categories: Answering Service, Business Insight, Customer Support, Inbound Call Center|

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 [...]

3 Tips to a Safe, Secure Workplace

By |2020-06-18T18:44:46+00:00January 28th, 2015|Categories: Bilingual Agents, Business Insight, Emergency Services, Inbound Call Center, Outsourced Call Center|

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. [...]

3 Ways to Avoid Business Failure in 2015

By |2020-06-18T18:23:30+00:00December 24th, 2014|Categories: Business Insight, Customer Support, Emergency Services, Inbound Call Center|

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. [...]

Top Questions to Ask before Contracting an Inbound Calling Center

By |2020-06-18T17:08:10+00:00July 11th, 2014|Categories: Answering Service, Business Insight, Call Center, Customer Support, Inbound Call Center|

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. [...]

Why Your Texas Business Needs a Spanish Answering Service

By |2020-06-18T17:08:56+00:00July 9th, 2014|Categories: 24 Hour Answering Service, Answering Service, Bilingual Agents, Call Center, Emergency Services, Inbound Call Center|

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 [...]

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