There’s a problem with customer service recruitment. Once someone in leadership gives the green light to hire new agents, support managers respond by filling seats as quickly as they can. They move fast to meet growing customer service needs. They move fast because they believe a role in support is something anyone can handle. But […]
Despite being around for less than two decades, Black Friday is as ingrained in the holiday lexicon as pumpkin pie and mistletoe. Cyber Monday, its more recent relative, has also enjoyed a quick climb by catering to those who’s ideal shopping experience involves skipping the lines and searching for deals from the comfort of their […]
Aircall is the phone system for modern business, and this means a few things. For one, we understand the contemporary workplace. Open floor plans, couches, Bevi machines, Sonos speakers playing 808s at 11 am… With all these options (and potential distractions), employers need to trust their employees are making choices that promote productivity and […]
Your credit report has changed. That’s the subject line of an email you receive from a popular credit monitoring service. Expecting praise for aggressively reducing your debt, you’re surprised when you open it. The email reads: “Hey Customer, It looks like there is a change to your TransUnion credit report. You fell behind on payments […]
If customer service is important to your business (of course it is!), you’re probably well acquainted with agents being inundated with calls. With just a basic phone system in place, this is probably more than they can handle. That’s where an automatic call distributor (ACD) system comes in. Automatic call distribution systems, otherwise known as […]
There’s a moment in every sales transaction, which — I promise you — nobody will ever stop talking about. If it goes well, it’ll strengthen teams like nothing else. If it goes badly… well, fingers will be pointed. We’re talking about the phase when a prospect changes hands from the SDR to the Account […]
Picture it: Your desk, 2020. After considering several software solutions, your team concludes it’s found The One. Before you can commit, you need to know how it connects with your existing tech stack. When demo day arrives, your sales rep leads with enthusiasm: You’ll save time! Double revenue! Become a king among men! The future […]
Retail has come a long way in the last few years. With more people doing their shopping online (and numbers expected to keep growing), having the right tools in place can be the difference between success and failure. Thankfully, when it comes to picking an eCommerce platform, there is something for everyone. From large enterprises […]
You finally did it. After eyeing those Facebook ads for weeks, you decide to book a week-long stay at a fancy resort for several hundred dollars below market rate. There’s just one catch: The rate you saw applies to a different property. You don’t discover this until you hit the landing page where your comparatively […]
Part of growing a business involves expanding globally. We want to continue to support our customers by making it easy and intuitive to create a local presence no matter where they are in the world. With Aircall, businesses can purchase local phone numbers across the globe. These familiar numbers improve productivity and help you get […]
For an SDR, conversations are gold. It’s good when they happen through email, better still when they’re over the phone, and best when they’re in-person. Trade shows and events present a seriously valuable opportunity for SDRs. Who wouldn’t want to potentially make half their month’s quota in a single day? Plus, events give sellers the […]
Every team handles its sales process differently. From hiring and compensation to strategy and alignment, each team is unique in its approach. But there is one area that can make or break your sales process before it has a chance to get off the ground. The sales discovery process. Bryan Elsesser, Director of Sales Development […]
Zendesk showcase is in full gear, this time in scenic San Francisco. Industry professionals from all over the world are gathered to talk sales, support, and of course, the latest CX trends. But while conversations are heating up, one topic remains the talk of the town: Zendesk Sell Marketplace. Designed to be an all-in-one CRM […]
This is a guest written post by Carlotta Riesser, Product Manager at Aircall. One thing that struck me when I joined Aircall is how every stakeholder is dedicated to our client’s well-being. From product and tech, to sales and support – each team is committed to making sure our customers are happy and satisfied with […]
I’m lucky enough to be at a fast-growing software company that’s made building its sales team a top priority. Aside from training new reps to become rockstars at their craft, I spend a lot of time interviewing candidates and deciding who will be a good fit for the role. I’m happy to say that […]
The new Aircall phone is on the way! The Aircall product and engineering teams have been hard at work strengthening our desktop phone with updated code and a fresh design. This is a major update, and it’s been developed with passion — and thousands of hours of research, design, coding, and testing. Over the past […]
In an era where most people prefer shopping online, the phone carries significant weight. Today’s shopper wants their questions answered with the same level of ease they enjoy when making a purchase. But some eCommerce support teams still struggle to deliver. From disconnected systems to lack of agent autonomy, many factors can get in the […]
The phone system for modern business
