Working as a call center agent tends to be stressful. Agents tend to deal with high call volumes, frustrated customers, and constant pressure to meet quotas. Mental health often can suffer in high-stress conditions. Continuously working in a high-stress environment can adversely impact agents’ mental wellbeing. This is why call center managers and supervisors… Read More »
New graduates often have difficulty finding jobs in their field. There typically is high competition for a limited number of jobs. In many cases, graduates look for jobs in fields that may not align with their degree paths. One of the best places to look for jobs is with a call center. Working in a… Read More »
A significant number of businesses are focusing on increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in their workplace. Government call centers are among these businesses. Many members of the workforce continue to be marginalized because of race, gender, socioeconomic status, disabilities, or lifestyle. These concerns have become even more visible during the coronavirus pandemic. Diversity,… Read More »
Like many call center candidates, you may be considering a job that lets you work from home. The ability to work remotely provides a number of advantages. However, there also are disadvantages to working remotely. Understanding some of the main benefits and drawbacks of working from home can help you decide whether a remote job… Read More »
Customer data management streamlines how your call center’s information is gathered, stored, protected, and used. Effective management enhances customer satisfaction and complies with all laws and regulations regarding the collection, use, and storage of personal information. Your call center likely has many technology applications that leverage caller data. These data sources are used to drive… Read More »
There are signs of economic recovery all over the United States. Cities and states are easing restrictions as more people get COVID vaccinations. Businesses are reopening. Retail sales are strong. Customers are spending. Yet, there is a visible shortage of call center workers. A growing number of company leaders are reporting a significant need to… Read More »
Beginning a job search can be frustrating. There are many approaches you can take that lead to variable results. Having a plan of action can increase your odds of success. The less time you spend finding a new job, the more time you have to enjoy your new opportunity. Use these four tips to begin… Read More »
When the coronavirus pandemic began, government call centers were overwhelmed by high demand. This left customers and employees feeling frustrated. Hold times were extensive. Many customers’ questions went unanswered when the customers no longer could wait to speak to an agent. Many agents were upset because they continued to deal with frustrated callers. Thanks to… Read More »
One of the biggest threats to call centers used to be artificial intelligence (AI). In 2022, the biggest threat is agent attrition. Although customers can benefit from technological advances of AI, many customers still need to talk with humans to resolve their issues. This is becoming an increasing problem for call centers experiencing agent shortages.… Read More »
A net promoter score (NPS) measures how likely a customer is to recommend a brand to someone else. The score runs on an index of -100 to 100 and measures the overall satisfaction and loyalty of a customer. You can use your NPS to improve your products or services and grow your business through referrals.… Read More »