Similar Posts
Beyond the Bot: How To Build High-Value Support Teams Where AI is a Partner, Not a Replacement
AI is transforming the future of support—especially in technical and customer-facing roles. Traditional support models are linear (more customers = more agents = higher cost) and hit a wall when complex issues pile up. Using AI can help mitigate the need to hire more agents. However, it’s important to remember that AI is a tool…
Why You Should Hire Bartenders for Technical Support
When putting together a standout technical support team, it’s tempting to zero in on candidates’ technical abilities. While those skills are crucial, there’s so much more to consider. Beyond technical expertise, you want team members who can truly connect with customers, simplify complex ideas into digestible chunks, and genuinely care about what clients need. Imagine…
Beyond the Annual Review
Part 1: The Weekly Performance Loop: Turning QA Data into Agent Growth The annual review is a part of just about every company. But how useful are they really? Ultimately, the annual review is a post-mortem, not a roadmap. When you don’t frequently communicate with your employees, burnout and turnover increase. Feedback should be…
The Stupidest Hiring Rule Right Now: Banning AI in Applications
I was laid off a couple of months ago, which means I’ve been spending all my time focusing on finding a new job, including a lot of time writing, rewriting, and refining my resume. As part of this process, I utilize AI, such as grammar checkers and writing suggestions, to enhance clarity and provide a…
