In Episode 6 of Telecast PH, host Jeff Thompson speaks with Kishore Balasubrmanyan, an expert in scaling Customer Success and Customer Support teams for global SaaS companies. Together, they explore the distinct roles of Customer Success and Customer Support and their critical contributions to retention, revenue, and advocacy. Key Takeaways: -Discover how Customer Success and Customer Support differ in their roles and impact. -Learn why proactive success teams are vital to retention, expansion, and customer advocacy. -Explore strategies for scaling global teams while maintaining a consistent and high-quality customer experience. -Find out how AI and automation are transforming customer support and customer success in the SaaS industry. -Get insights into building strong cross-department collaboration to close the feedback loop and drive customer satisfaction. Don’t miss this engaging conversation filled with actionable strategies and future-focused insights. Tune in now and subscribe to Telecast PH to uncover how to elevate your customer experience and scale your support operations! Discover how Telework PH can help you build a proactive and scalable customer support team that delivers exceptional results. Visit www.teleworkph.com to learn more about our outsourcing solutions. Ready for a personalized consultation? Connect with Jeff Thompson on LinkedIn to discuss how we can tailor our services to your business needs. 👉🏼 / jeffthompsontwph Connect with Kishore Balasubramanyan on LinkedIn 👉🏼 / kishore-balasubramanyan-135a3a6 #businessowners #customersupport #podcasts #podcast #scaling

In this 5th episode of our series on Scaling and Managing Support Teams, join our host Jeff Thompson as he discusses with Bettina Abbott, a seasoned support leader, the essential strategies for preparing your support team for growth.

Key Takeaways:

- Discover how to pinpoint the right moment for scaling your team, ensuring you're proactive rather than reactive.

- Highlighting the crucial role of having training materials and infrastructure ready before the scaling process begins.

- Uncover strategies for building a robust team that can handle both increased volume and maintain high-quality service.

- Gain insights on the typical mistakes made during scaling and strategies to avoid them.

Don’t forget to subscribe to Telecast PH for more expert advice aimed at fostering sustainable growth and operational excellence. Unlock the potential of your support team with insights from this episode!

And if you're ready to discover what offshore outsourcing can do for your business, visit www.teleworkph.com or connect with Jeff Thompson on LinkedIn for tailored outsourcing solutions.

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In this fourth installment of our 'Scaling and Managing Support Teams' series on Telecast PH, we focus on the crucial role of customer support systems in today's rapidly growing business environment. As companies continue to emerge and expand, crafting effective and empathetic customer support is essential. Join us as we chat with Angelica Rosen, an experienced leader in support team management. She shares insights on building a support team from the ground up and keeping customer interactions personal and empathetic as the team expands. Key Takeaways: - Learn the essential steps for setting up a new support team. - Discover how to maintain a personal touch in customer service as your team grows. - Benefit from Angelica’s experiences with integrating strong customer support practices in various business settings. - Get practical advice and real-world examples that can be applied to any customer support operation looking to expand effectively. Tune in to this episode on YouTube and Spotify to gain insights into building a support system that not only meets but anticipates customer needs, ensuring every interaction remains impactful and personal. Listen on your preferred platform: Spotify 👉🏼 YouTube 👉🏼 https://youtu.be/_ruqcbLIta0 Don’t forget to subscribe to Telecast PH for more insightful strategies in customer support management. Discover how outsourcing with Telework PH can transform your customer support from routine to remarkable. Visit www.teleworkph.com for more information. To explore how our outsourcing solutions can benefit your business specifically, connect with Jeff Thompson on LinkedIn for a detailed discussion. 👉🏼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffthompsontwph/ Connect with Angelica on Linkedin 👉🏼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelica-rosen/ #businessowners #customersupport #podcasts #podcast #scaling

In this third episode of our Scaling and Managing Support Teams series on Telecast PH, we feature an enlightening conversation with Geoff Ankuda, a seasoned Customer Support Manager. He explores the dual responsibilities of support teams, highlighting their role as both the face of the company and the advocate for the customer. Learn how effective management of customer feedback can drive business improvement and growth.
Key Takeaways:

- Explore how support teams bridge the gap between customers and the company, shaping the customer experience and influencing business strategies.
- Discover why harnessing customer feedback is crucial for refining products and services.
- Geoff shares strategies for gathering feedback across various channels to ensure comprehensive customer insights.
- Learn about the tools and methods that enable support agents to efficiently address feedback while upholding service excellence.
- Understand how to assess and prioritize feedback to tackle the most significant issues first.
- Hear about proactive strategies to anticipate and mitigate potential issues before they escalate.
- Find out how effective communication and attentive feedback handling can build trust and foster lasting customer relationships.
Join us to gain valuable insights from Geoff’s experience and discover actionable strategies that can transform your support operations into a strategic asset for your business.
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In the second episode of our Scaling and Managing Support Teams series, we sit down with Stephen Ng, Senior Director for Global Support and Customer Advocacy at Splashtop, to explore the secrets of scaling support operations efficiently while maintaining high-quality service. Stephen brings over 30 years of experience managing both domestic and international support teams, and he shares his expert strategies for improving processes, leveraging KPIs, and aligning support with product development. If you’ve ever struggled with balancing growth, costs, and customer satisfaction, this episode is for you. Learn how to turn your support team into a strategic asset!

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• Discover why simply adding more people is not the solution to scaling.
• Learn how to use KPIs effectively to measure success and improve performance as your support team scales.
• Understand how integrating your support team into the product development process can boost customer retention and even open up new sales opportunities.
• Explore how to transform your support team from a cost center into a revenue-generating arm of your business.
• Hear how strong leadership and open communication can keep team morale high, even in the face of rapid growth.

Looking to optimize your support operations?

Telework PH is here to partner with you on building a high-performing, scalable team that aligns with your business goals.

Discover the possibilities at www.teleworkph.com, or connect with Jeff Thompson on LinkedIn to explore how offshore outsourcing can elevate your support strategy.

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In this exciting first episode of our series on Scaling and Managing Support Teams, we sit down with Pam Connors, a Process Optimization expert, to uncover the hidden costs of inefficient documentation and processes. Pam shares invaluable insights on how to streamline operations, eliminate bottlenecks, and improve both customer satisfaction and support team morale. If you’ve ever wondered how much ineffective processes are holding back your business, this episode is for you. Discover how to turn inefficiencies into opportunities for growth!

Key Takeaways:

- Discover how inadequate documentation can hinder support teams and lead to decreased customer satisfaction.

- Understand why solid process documentation is the backbone of scalable and efficient support teams.

- Learn the significance of involving support agents in process improvement efforts, transforming them into advocates for positive change.

- Hear how Pam helped a company save over $1 million a year by refining and automating a key process, improving both employee morale and customer satisfaction.

- Explore the various tools and platforms that can be utilized to manage and streamline support processes effectively.

Ready to optimize your support team and scale with ease? Reach out to us at Telework PH to learn how we can help you build efficient, customer-centric support teams.

Visit www.teleworkph.com or connect with Jeff Thompson on LinkedIn if you're ready to explore what offshore outsourcing can do for your business.

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In this episode of TelecastPH, host Jeff Thompson explores the strategic move of offshore outsourcing and how it can help businesses not only survive but thrive during a recession. 

Amid economic hardships and challenges, smart business leaders understand the importance of maintaining exceptional customer experience and maximizing efficiency to stay ahead of the competition. 

Jeff delves into the advantages of outsourcing during tough times, such as significant cost savings, increased productivity, and the ability to strategically allocate resources. He addresses common objections and fears about outsourcing, highlighting the availability of tools and platforms for effective communication and quality control.

Jeff also emphasizes the value of partnering with an ISO-certified outsourcing provider like TeleworkPH, ensuring data protection, ethical standards, and cost-effective solutions. By outsourcing critical functions to experienced specialists, businesses can expand their customer base and access new markets. Despite the risks, choosing the right outsourcing partner can lead to success even in uncertain times. 

So, if you're a business owner looking to navigate a recession strategically and maintain exceptional customer satisfaction, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to discover how offshore outsourcing can be your ticket to success.

To find out more about TeleworkPH and their affordable alternative staffing solutions, visit their website at https://www.teleworkph.com/.

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In this episode of TelecastPH, host Jeff Thompson discusses the significance of ISO certification when selecting a company to partner with for business growth and success. 

ISO certification is an internationally recognized standard for quality management, demonstrating that a company meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and reliability in their products and services. Jeff explains why partnering with an ISO certified company is crucial and highlights the journey of TeleworkPH towards ISO certification.

Key Takeaways

• Why ISO certification matters and how it can assure high-quality products and services, efficient processes, and strong customer satisfaction.
• Telework PH's journey to ISO certification, including the evaluation of their quality management system, implementation of a continuous improvement process, and establishment of clear policies and procedures.
• What ISO certification means for Telework PH's clients, and how it ensures a dedicated commitment to quality and excellence, continuous improvement, and a framework for identifying and making necessary changes to deliver the highest quality work.
• The benefits of partnering with an ISO certified company, including an added level of assurance, improved quality, cost savings, improved reputation, increased customer satisfaction and loyalty, and regulatory compliance.
• The return on investment (ROI) of partnering with an ISO certified company, with examples of cost savings, increased revenue, and avoiding legal or regulatory issues.

If you're a business owner or decision maker looking to partner with a company that values quality and excellence, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn why ISO certification is a must-have for any business and how Telework PH is striving towards achieving it.

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