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Darren McCowan

Darren is a renowned digital marketing strategist and social media influencer with over 20 years’ experience of developing the marketing strategies for established UK brands. Through expert industry insights, his motivation is to help businesses of all sizes keep abreast of the latest marketing techniques and technologies that will help them thrive in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

Optimising Call Centre Staffing Levels to Manage Call Spikes

The outsourced call centre industry has a long-standing reputation for helping businesses deliver timely, high-quality customer service. With extensive experience and expertise, providers like[...]

Over-reliance on In-House Customer Service

Business owners understand that delivering an exceptional customer experience at every touchpoint is essential for keeping past, present and future customers happy. Yet, despite the specialist skills[...]

Phone Etiquette Tips: How To Answer The Phone Professionally

Mastering how to answer the phone professionally is a vital skill for anyone striving to deliver exceptional customer service. While the phone remains a cornerstone of business communication, many[...]

Follow-Up Calls in Customer Service

Enhancing Customer Satisfaction with Follow Up Calls Providing a positive experience during a customer's initial interaction with your business is good practice, but less obvious is continuing that[...]

The Importance of Customer Service for Small Businesses

Customer service is the cornerstone of any successful business, particularly for small enterprises that thrive on building strong relationships with their clients. Exceptional customer service can[...]

Boost Your Business with Effective Call Handling

Importance of Effective Call Handling in SMEs Despite the rise of email and electronic communication, the most critical sales and customer service decisions are often made over the phone. Why?[...]

Benefits of Outsourcing Business Tasks and Processes

Outsourcing has become a vital strategy for companies of all sizes. Whether you run a small start-up or manage a large corporation, outsourcing allows you to focus on core business activities while[...]

How to Record a Professional Voicemail Greeting

When your staff are engaged with other customers or your business is closed for the day, understanding that a voicemail prompt could be your business's first impression on a caller is crucial.[...]

The 15-Point Checklist on How to Handle Difficult Callers

As a representative of your business, when you answer the telephone, evaluating the nature of the call and the characteristics of the caller you're dealing with can typically be assessed within the[...]

Expert Call Screening Tips for Receptionists

Receptionists are often the first point of contact for a business, making their role crucial in creating a positive first impression. In today’s fast-paced business environment, managing incoming[...]