Customer Communication: 3 More Ways to Keep Cool During Stressful Calls

Sep 11, 2017 by

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A few months ago, we shared some tips for taking the heat out of your most stressful customer phone calls. Since good customer communication is a skill one can always improve upon, we thought we’d offer up a few more tips to help you smooth over your toughest calls.

As a quick reminder, your business depends on it; 55 percent of people would pay more for a better customer experience.

Without further ado, here are three more ways you can diffuse an angry customer and create a better experience on the phone.

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5 Worthwhile Ways a Virtual Receptionist Helps You Achieve More

Aug 9, 2017 by

person writing a to-do list 5 worthwhile ways a virtual receptionist helps you achieve more business productivity

Productivity is a struggle for small business owners. Distractions – like a ringing phone – make it difficult to stay focused and, ultimately, regain that focus. A study by Florida State University found that productivity and performance are at their peak during uninterrupted 90-minute intervals.

I know. You’re reading this and thinking, “Where do you expect me to get 90 minutes of uninterrupted time?” But it’s totally possible when you outsource the small tasks that eat up your time. 

The phone is one of the greatest robbers of productivity for small businesses. Read on to learn five ways a virtual receptionist can help you achieve more on a daily basis.    

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6 Brilliant Quotes to Inspire Awesome Communication with Your Customers

Jul 13, 2017 by

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It’s been said that 85 percent of our success in life is directly linked to our skills in communication.

That is a huge number. And it’s definitely a stat you should note if you own a business; customer communication plays a major role in your success.

We all know communication goes beyond talking, but what does it take to actually create stronger and clearer connections with your customers?

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3 Unmistakeable Signs You Chose the Wrong Answering Service for Your Law Practice

Apr 18, 2017 by

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Time is money for lawyers

In order to increase productivity, lawyers hire answering services to focus more of their energy on billable items. The problem: not all answering services are created equal.

What happens when you realize your answering service is more of a hindrance than a help?

If you still manage client intake or still answer calls from clients after hours, you need a new answering service. Read on to reveal three unmistakable signs you’ve chosen the wrong answering service for your practice.

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Answering Service Tips: How To Keep Your Cool During Stressful Calls

Apr 4, 2017 by

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It’s impossible to make everyone happy all the time, and owning a business practically places you in the hot seat. Those customer complaints are sure to come. It’s how you handle them that makes all the difference.

Answering calls from angry customers is just one stressful task small business owners have to handle. And it’s important to handle the situation just right: 55 percent of consumers would pay more for a better customer experience.

Our answering service receptionists have tons of experience managing difficult customers, which ultimately reduces churn. Here are some pro tips for making those stressful calls a bit easier to take.

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6 Ways Answering Your Own Phone Harms Your Business (And How An Answering Service Helps)

Mar 23, 2017 by

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You want to be as hands-on in your businesses as possible, but sometimes delegating certain tasks to other people is the best solution. Answering your own phones, for example, is one of those tasks that would be better handled by a receptionist or answering service.

If you’re answering your own calls yourself instead of delegating to a receptionist or an answering service, you could actively be harming your business in six very significant ways.

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3 Things I Learned About Customer Service by Being a Plumber First

Mar 13, 2017 by

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This week we’re sharing a post from one of our favorite social media friends, Steve DiGioia. Steve is a renowned customer service trainer, author and speaker, and shares a ton of great advice on his blog. One of our favorites is a post about the service lessons he learned by being a plumber first. It’s an interesting perspective that’s valuable – no matter your industry.

You can view the original post here. And don’t forget to follow Steve on social media to keep up with all of his work!

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Is Great Customer Service Really Better Than Kissing?

Feb 14, 2017 by

Couple Kissing Great Customer Service is Better Than Kissing

We all know what it feels like to be on the receiving end of an exceptional customer service experience: your belly gets warm, your heart races a bit, you smile a bit easier and you just feel good.

I’m going to say it: great customer service makes a person feel loved.

When your customers feel cared for their loyalty skyrockets, you generate more business through word-of-mouth and you feel good for giving your customers the type of service they can’t find anywhere else. And now there’s scientific proof that great service feels just as good or better than kissing someone you love.

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3 Undeniable Reasons Your Business Needs a Live Receptionist Now

Jan 10, 2017 by

Live receptionist customer service representative 3 undeniable reasons your business needs a live receptionist

You’ve taken your company from a tiny, one-person show operating out of your basement and turned it into a business that’s expanding quicker than you can utter the phrase, “I need help!”

Your revenue stream is steady, your product is selling like crazy and you have a strong customer base. This is amazing, fantastic, everything you ever wanted – except for one problem: you don’t have the time to deal with all those customer calls on top of your other responsibilities as a business owner.

No need to panic; this is why live receptionist services exist. The right answering service can make a bigger difference in yours – and your customers’ – day-to-day life than you might think. Let’s take a look at the three major reasons why you should work with a live receptionist service.

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