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Title | Category: Agent Experience |
ID | 3307 |
Date | February 18, 2025 |
Title | How Forward-Thinking CX Teams Are Combining AI Simulations with Traditional Learning |
Url | https://www.vistio.io/blog/how-forward-thinking-cx-teams-are-combining-ai-simulations-with-traditional-learning/ |
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Author | Jeff Vahrenwald |
Summary | While some CX teams focus on leveraging AI to cut costs and streamline headcount, others recognize its potential as a powerful complement to existing training programs. |
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ID | 3297 |
Date | February 3, 2025 |
Title | Using Metrics to Drive Efficiency Without Killing Morale |
Url | https://www.vistio.io/blog/using-metrics-to-drive-efficiency-without-killing-morale/ |
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Author | Jeff Vahrenwald |
Summary | Contact centers thrive on metrics, but when organizations focus too much on hitting the numbers, agents can feel like cogs in a machine, leading to disengagement, burnout, and ultimately, higher attrition. |
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ID | 3292 |
Date | January 27, 2025 |
Title | Thinking Outside the Script: Empowering Agents to Think Critically in High-Stakes Calls |
Url | https://www.vistio.io/blog/thinking-outside-the-script-empowering-agents-to-think-critically-in-high-stakes-calls/ |
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Author | Jeff Vahrenwald |
Summary | As customer demands grow more complex and situations become less predictable, agents need more than pre-written responses to navigate the challenges of high-stakes calls effectively—they need critical thinking skills. |
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ID | 3290 |
Date | January 21, 2025 |
Title | Why Agent Confidence Is Key to Exceptional Customer Service |
Url | https://www.vistio.io/blog/why-agent-confidence-is-key-to-exceptional-customer-service/ |
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Author | Jeff Vahrenwald |
Summary | When agents feel prepared and self-assured, they’re better equipped to deliver positive experiences—even in the most challenging situations. Yet, confidence doesn’t come naturally to everyone. |
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ID | 3286 |
Date | January 13, 2025 |
Title | The High Cost of Neglecting Agent Training |
Url | https://www.vistio.io/blog/the-high-cost-of-neglecting-agent-training/ |
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Author | Jeff Vahrenwald |
Summary | Effective training is critical investment in long-term success. Yet, many organizations still fail to fully prepare their agents for the demands of real-world interactions. This oversight doesn’t just affect agents; it reverberates across the entire customer experience. |
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ID | 3275 |
Date | December 9, 2024 |
Title | Time to Ditch Your Cookie-Cutter Agent Training? |
Url | https://www.vistio.io/blog/time-to-ditch-your-cookie-cutter-agent-training/ |
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Author | Jeff Vahrenwald |
Summary | If our customers expect modern, tailored solutions and lightning-fast service, why are so many contact centers stuck using outdated, one-size-fits-all training methods? |
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ID | 3273 |
Date | December 5, 2024 |
Title | ‘Training on the Fly’ Might Be the Secret Weapon Your Agents Need |
Url | https://www.vistio.io/blog/training-on-the-fly-might-be-the-secret-weapon-your-agents-need/ |
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Author | Jeff Vahrenwald |
Summary | Traditional contact center training often focuses on preparing agents for their first day on the job, but what about day 101—or day 1,001? This is why successful contact centers don’t just train—they cultivate continuous learning. |
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ID | 3268 |
Date | November 18, 2024 |
Title | Is it Time to Dump Your Outdated Knowledge Base? |
Url | https://www.vistio.io/blog/its-time-to-dump-your-outdated-knowledge-base/ |
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Author | Jeff Vahrenwald |
Summary | Many contact centers are still clinging to their outdated knowledge bases like travelers refusing to give up paper maps in a world of GPS. Sure, they technically work, but do they empower agents to deliver exceptional service? |
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ID | 3264 |
Date | November 12, 2024 |
Title | How Agent Stress Can Tank Your Customer Service Scores |
Url | https://www.vistio.io/blog/how-agent-stress-can-tank-your-customer-service-scores/ |
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Author | Jeff Vahrenwald |
Summary | Stress among agents isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s a silent performance killer. Studies show that agent stress levels directly impact customer experience (CX) scores, leaving many organizations wondering why their customer satisfaction rates aren’t hitting the mark. |
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ID | 3244 |
Date | October 15, 2024 |
Title | Using Training Analytics to Improve Agent Retention |
Url | https://www.vistio.io/blog/using-analytics-to-improve-agent-retention/ |
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Author | Jeff Vahrenwald |
Summary | Agent retention is a critical challenge in customer service and support. As the workplace becomes more data-driven, advanced analytics is emerging as a key tool in understanding and improving agent retention. |
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