Articles - Empathy

Empathy is one of the most powerful skills an advisor can bring to any customer conversation. This page of expert insights, communication tips, and coaching resources explores how to recognise emotions, respond with care, and create meaningful connections with every customer. Learn how empathy improves satisfaction, reduces conflict, and helps teams handle challenging interactions more effectively. The resources also share training exercises and leadership ideas that encourage a culture where listening, understanding, and compassion come naturally.

22 Top Tips to Improve your Customer Surveys
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10 Strategies for Overcoming Objection Handling in Sales
Ten Tips for Dealing with Customer Complaints
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What Will Agent Roles Look Like in 2035?
The Worst Examples of Saying “Sorry” to Customers
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How to Limit Agent Burnout With Empathy-Led Leadership
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What’s Really Ruining Empathy in Customer Service?
Why Measuring Empathy in Digital Channels Really Matters
Why Measuring Empathy in Digital Channels Really Matters
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An Action Plan for Customer Empathy
10 Top Tips to Improve Email in the Call Centre
Soft skills every agent needs to know before going live
5 Soft Skills Every Agent Needs Before Taking Their First Call
Support Employees Handling Emotionally Challenging Calls With Empathy
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Training Cheat Sheet – Emotional Intelligence
The Top Qualities for a Contact Centre Advisor
9 Lessons From the Connect Assist Contact Centre
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What’s the Difference Between Empathy and Sympathy?
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Emotional Intelligence FAQs Answered by an Expert
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Answers: Coping with Angry and Abusive Customers
Anatomy of a Good Call – Best practice… The Call
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How to Develop Empathy as a Skill in Your Frontline Teams
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What is Emotional Intelligence?
Emojis in Customer Service – Cheeky or Charming?
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“Sorry for the Inconvenience” – How to Offer a Genuine Apology
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How to Deal With Difficult Customers