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Self-Service 2025 Trends in Customer Support

Self-Service 2025 Trends in Customer Support

by Barbara Khozam | Jun 9, 2025 | Customer Service Training

Customers increasingly prefer to solve their own problems without ever talking to a customer service representative. In fact, 67% of people would rather use self-service options than reach out to a support agent. This shift isn’t just a trend, it’s a growing...
The Little Things That Make a Big Impression

The Little Things That Make a Big Impression

by Barbara Khozam | Jun 8, 2025 | Customer Service Training

As someone who travels frequently—and teaches customer service for a living—I’m always paying attention to how service is delivered. Not just the what, but the how. And on a recent visit to The Whitley, a Luxury Collection Hotel, I experienced something refreshingly...
How a Car Wash Scrubbed My Patience Instead of My Car

How a Car Wash Scrubbed My Patience Instead of My Car

by Barbara Khozam | May 16, 2025 | Customer Service Training

It’s a sunny Saturday, and I’m in a great mood blasting one of my favorite songs as I’m running errands. I roll into the local car wash ready to give my dust-covered car some TLC. I pay for the “Deluxe Diamond Ultimate Supreme Wash” — you know, the one with the extra...
Don’t make customers repeat their issue twice – First Contact Resolution

Don’t make customers repeat their issue twice – First Contact Resolution

by Barbara Khozam | May 14, 2025 | Customer Service Training

As leaders, we’re constantly seeking ways to improve satisfaction, reduce frustration, and increase loyalty. One of the most impactful strategies is adopting a culture that prioritizes First Contact Resolution (FCR). This doesn’t just mean resolving issues in a...
When Silence Isn’t Golden: A Lesson from a Shipping Delay Gone Wrong

When Silence Isn’t Golden: A Lesson from a Shipping Delay Gone Wrong

by Barbara Khozam | Apr 18, 2025 | Customer Service Training

A few months ago, I ordered a gift online with plenty of time to spare — or so I thought. The delivery date came and went, with no package, no tracking updates, and no proactive communication from the company. After reaching out, I received a generic response that did...
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