Articles - Editor’s Picks

Our Editor’s Picks page features a hand-selected collection of standout articles from across Call Centre Helper. These pieces have been chosen for their insight, originality, and relevance to the challenges contact centre leaders face today. Explore expert opinions, best practices, and real-world examples covering topics such as customer experience, technology, and people management. Each article offers valuable takeaways to help you improve performance and stay ahead of the latest industry trends.

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What Is Customer Email Management? – With 10 Tips, Software Advice and Mistakes to Avoid
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32 Tips for Reducing Average Handling Time (AHT)
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How to Improve Your Customer Service With Emotional Intelligence
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5 Important Call Centre Metrics to Improve Agent Performance
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How to Improve Your Customer Service Listening Skills
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The Top 10 Trends in Digital Customer Engagement
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How to Achieve Customer Loyalty in a Digital World
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Remote Staff Engagement: 9 Strategies to Make Your Team Smile
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How to Provide Great Social Customer Service
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Customer Service Language: Changing the Language of Your Contact Centre
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Team Leadership: What Makes a Great Leader?
Rapport Building With Angry Customers – With Examples
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15 Golden Rules of Webchat
4 Key Objectives to Improve Productivity and Customer Experience
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32 Call Centre KPIs That You Need to Track (And Why!)
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How to Achieve Excellent Customer Service Through Coaching
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Customer Service Feedback: How to Perfect Your Strategy
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27 Positive Statements to Use In Difficult Situations
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The Top 10 Customer Service Strategies That Stand the Test of Time
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What Is CSAT? – With a Meaning, Calculations and Great Tips
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What Does Employee Empowerment REALLY Mean?
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15 Contact Centre Homeworking Problems and How to Overcome Them
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Improve Customer Experience: 5 Strategies That You NEED to Try
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Customer Trends Shaping the Contact Centre of the Future