The First HITRUST Certified Answering Service
The success of your business is intrinsically linked to customer satisfaction levels. Low rates of satisfaction make for poor retention and loyalty from customers. Low satisfaction is also sometimes a sign of bad customer service. Customer service greetings are more powerful than you might realize as they determine how well every interaction begins. With the… Read more »
What happens when someone calls your business? Do they get passed around to different people and departments until someone can finally help them? Do you often get interrupted by phone calls that someone else should be dealing with? From a customer experience standpoint as well as an internal productivity perspective, how calls are routed within… Read more »
Mistakes are instrumental to growth. That’s true of our personal lives, and it’s especially true in business. We can learn a lot when we’re faced with problems. Handling a customer complaint is never fun, but with the right perspective, such moments are real opportunities for growth. It’s all in how you handle customer complaints –… Read more »
There are few times of year more joyous – or more bustling – than the winter holidays. For business owners, the sound of a ringing telephone during this time of year can be cause for celebration. After all, there’s no better sign of a thriving business than a phone ringing off the hook. The thrill… Read more »
When you work in the property management field, you’ve got to be ready for anything. From midnight maintenance emergencies to disputes between neighbors, property management staff are often the first people tenants call when they have problems. While employees handle the concerns of existing tenants, they’re also often fielding inquiries from prospective renters interested in… Read more »
Delivering excellent customer service is incredibly important. It’s true across industries: the better the customer experience, the more repeat customers and positive reviews. Increased customer loyalty, word-of-mouth marketing, and overall improved customer satisfaction can do wonders for a business. The very best customer experience strategy prioritizes a customer-centric mindset. Every interaction a customer has with… Read more »
Customers across industries all want the same thing: to feel valued and understood. While meeting these expectations may seem simple, the reality is often far different. As humans, we often jump to conclusions in conversations, taking shortcuts to problem solve while failing to be fully present with our conversation partners. This is especially true if… Read more »
When you’re hoping to design the perfect answering service script, it can help to look to Hollywood for guidance. While movies and television shows don’t always portray the most flattering or accurate customer experiences on screen, there are often useful universal truths buried within the depiction. You need look no farther than AMC’s Better Call… Read more »
There’s nothing like the sound of a ringing telephone to signify success. Since every incoming call represents a potential new opportunity, high call volume can be incredibly exciting. Once the excitement begins to wear off, though, business owners must come to terms with a new challenge: meeting and delivering on the expectations of each and… Read more »
Good communication is the backbone of every great customer experience. Whether you’re signing up for health insurance, ordering a cheeseburger, or requesting information about a new product, clear communication is key. It’s also one of the easiest ways to highlight your commitment to customer service. We all want to have our voices heard, but communication… Read more »
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