Articles - Call Handling

Call handling is at the core of great contact centre performance. This collection of expert insights, training techniques, and practical examples explores how to manage customer calls efficiently while maintaining empathy, professionalism, and clarity. Learn how to greet customers, guide conversations, and close interactions effectively, creating a positive experience from start to finish. The resources also include advice on reducing call handling time, improving first contact resolution, and coaching advisors to stay calm and confident under pressure.

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Is It Really Possible to Balance Efficiency With Empathy?
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Out of Hours Service – Who’s Doing It Best?
Video Image: What Is Average Handling Time and How Do You Measure It?
Two Types AHT and How to Measure Them
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How to Deliver Bad News to a Customer – With Examples
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29 Tips for Improving Average Handling Time (AHT)
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How to Support an Agent After an Angry Call
Support Employees Handling Emotionally Challenging Calls With Empathy
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Training Cheat Sheet – Emotional Intelligence
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Kick-Start Cross-Selling in Your Contact Centre
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15 Tips for Driving Down Repeat Contacts
Bouncebackability – How to motivate agents when call volumes are high
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Courtesy Calls: A Great Way to Enhance CX
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What is Overflow?
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Key Signs of Broken Processes (and How to Fix Them)
31 More Tips for Reducing Average Handling Time (AHT)
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Call Centre Software: What Should You Be Looking Out For?
Everything You Need to Know About Call Back Technology
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How to Reduce Hold Time in Your Contact Centre
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How to Deal With Difficult Customers
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8 Tips for Reducing Repeat Contacts
Stop Using Average Handling Time (AHT) and Increase Customer Satisfaction
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Alternatives to Saying “Don’t Worry” to Customers
How to Stop Advisors Rushing Through Calls at the End of Their Shifts
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What to Do if a Caller Asks You to Call Them Back on a Different Number