We all know that being ‘in rapport’ with the customer can build trust and reduce repeat calls. But it is often difficult to achieve in a busy contact centre environment.
In this webinar we look at ways to build and improve rapport with customers over the phone.
Topics Discussed
- Rapport building
- Opening the call with a smile
- How to start a conversation with your customer
- Listening skills
- Showing empathy with the customer
- Empathy words and statements
- Use of the Customer’s Name
- Listening to calls
- How technology can help improve rapport
- Top tips from the audience
Panellists

Antony Ryan
West Unified Communication Services

Rachael Trickey
Call Centre Helper

Author: Rachael Trickey
Published On: 20th Feb 2017 - Last modified: 30th Apr 2024
Read more about - Recorded Call Centre and Customer Experience Webinars, Christine Knott, Empathy, Intrado, Rapport