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Title | Category: Processes & Best Practices |
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 | 3282 |
Date | January 6, 2025 |
Title | From Downtime to Showtime: How AI Training Partners Turn Practice into Performance |
Url | https://www.vistio.io/blog/from-downtime-to-showtime-how-ai-training-partners-turn-practice-into-performance/ |
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Author | Jeff Vahrenwald |
Summary | Downtime is inevitable, but what if that downtime became the most valuable part of agents' day? Enter AI-powered training partners, tools designed to make on-the-job learning seamless, effective, and engaging. |
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ID | 3279 |
Date | December 16, 2024 |
Title | Why Your Contact Center is a Revolving Door for New Agents |
Url | https://www.vistio.io/blog/why-your-contact-center-is-a-revolving-door-for-new-agents/ |
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Author | Jeff Vahrenwald |
Summary | Despite comprehensive onboarding programs, many contact centers still experience high attrition rates, leaving managers and trainers to constantly recruit, train, and replace staff. Why does this problem persist, and what can be done to change the cycle? |
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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 | 3257 |
Date | November 4, 2024 |
Title | The Training Mirage: Why More Training Doesn’t Equal More Skilled Agents |
Url | https://www.vistio.io/blog/the-training-mirage-why-more-training-doesnt-equal-more-skilled-agents/ |
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Author | Jeff Vahrenwald |
Summary | This “training mirage”—when too much training actually hinders agent performance—often creates a false sense of preparedness, leaving employees overwhelmed rather than empowered. |
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ID | 3252 |
Date | October 28, 2024 |
Title | Buyer Beware: How to Choose AI Software That Won’t Let Your Contact Center Down |
Url | https://www.vistio.io/blog/buyer-beware-how-to-choose-ai-software-that-wont-let-your-contact-center-down/ |
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Author | Jeff Vahrenwald |
Summary | If you’re feeling the pressure to jump on the AI bandwagon but are cautious about the hype, you’re in good company. AI isn’t a magic fix—it’s a tool, and its success hinges on choosing, implementing, and using it with a clear strategy. |
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ID | 3237 |
Date | September 25, 2024 |
Title | How Can You Personalize Training So Agents Focus on Content That They Don’t Know? |
Url | https://www.vistio.io/blog/how-can-you-personalize-training-so-agents-focus-on-content-that-they-dont-know/ |
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Author | Jeff Vahrenwald |
Summary | Too often, training programs are broad, treating every agent the same and wasting precious time reviewing content that some agents already know. What if you could tailor the training process to focus specifically on the skills each agent lacks? |
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