The Contact Center Coach

Michael J. Tamer is a 25-year veteran of the customer contact industry. Michael is the author of the book, The Four-Minute Customer, and visionary who was at the forefront of contact center quality monitoring software development. Throughout his career, Michael has been teaching the benefits of quality to organizations all over the world, including the United States Senate. Michael has received honors for his career achievements including Call Center Magazine's Pioneer Award and induction into the Call Center Hall of Fame.

Podcast 135 - Podcast 135- How To Gain Dominion Over Your Contact Center & Achieve Superior Results

Do you feel like you have full control over your contact center? What if there was a way to reign supreme in every aspect, from employee engagement to customer experience? In this episode, we dive into how leaders can achieve dominion over their contact centers. By mastering time and harnessing the power of true authority, you’ll uncover how to streamline operations, reduce turnover, and boost overall performance. Listeners will learn: 1. How to leverage time as a key asset in improving productivity and reducing turnover. 2. The secrets to achieving a competitive advantage, even against industry giants. 3. Ways to implement customized, scalable solutions for individual employee growth and engagement.

10-11
24:52

Podcast 134 - Are You Being Overcome By Contact Center Challenges, Or Bold Enough To Overcome Them?

Are you the type of leader who is overcoming the challenges in your contact center, or are you being overcome by them? Interest (I): In this episode, we explore the two sides of leadership in the contact center world: those who boldly overcome the biggest challenges—like turnover, engagement, coaching, and customer experience—and those who feel overwhelmed and stuck, accepting things as they are. Desire (D): Learn how to shift your mindset from being overcome to actively overcoming the toughest challenges in your contact center. Discover proven strategies to reduce turnover, improve engagement, and boost coaching effectiveness. Uncover how to transform customer feedback into actionable insights that elevate your team’s performance and satisfaction.

09-26
23:28

Podcast 133 - Building Unshakable Resilience- How Contact Center Leaders Thrive Through Adversity

Have you ever faced a situation where everything seemed to fall apart, and yet you had to lead your team through it? How do leaders in contact centers find the strength to bounce back from constant pressure? In today's fast-paced contact center environment, adversity is inevitable. High stress, tight deadlines, and unexpected challenges are all part of the job. This episode dives into what it takes to develop resilience—an essential trait for thriving in these tough conditions and leading with confidence. • Discover how to stay composed and maintain focus even in the face of overwhelming stress. • Learn five key traits that can help you become a more resilient leader and inspire your team to persevere. • Gain actionable strategies to help you develop the mental toughness needed for long-term success in your career.

09-12
24:32

132 - Does Your Retention Strategy Lack Early Detection Of Departure Signals? How To Fix It NOW!

Have you ever wondered if you could spot the signs before someone on your team decides to leave? In the fast-paced world of contact centers, employee turnover can feel like an unstoppable force. But what if you could recognize the subtle clues that indicate a team member is thinking about leaving? Understanding these signals could be the key to reducing turnover and keeping your best talent. Learn to identify the early warning signs that an employee is considering leaving. Discover strategies to engage and retain valuable team members before they make the decision to exit. Understand how to manage and mitigate the impact of turnover on your team and organization.

08-30
23:52

131 How Contact Centers Can Combat Remote Worker Disconnection & Build A Stronger Team

Are your remote agents feeling more disconnected than ever, despite being constantly "connected"? In today's digital world, it's easy to assume that being online means being connected. However, many remote workers struggle with a lack of genuine connection, leading to feelings of isolation and disengagement. This episode addresses the critical issue of disconnection among remote employees, especially in your contact center, and offers practical solutions to help them feel more connected to your organization. 1. Discover how to reinforce your company's mission and values to keep remote employees aligned with your organization's goals. 2. Learn strategies to foster peer-to-peer connections, even in a virtual environment. 3. Gain insights on maintaining employee engagement by linking their performance to personal responsibility and purpose.

08-22
24:55

130 - Why Loneliness Is Impacting Your Remote Contact Center Agents - 8:14:24, 2.26 PM

130 - Why Loneliness Is Impacting Your Remote Contact Center Agents - 8:14:24, 2.26 PM by The Contact Center Coach

08-14
29:47

Podcast 129 - Walk The Talk - Why Functional Love In Contact Centers Is Essential For Success

Podcast 129 - Walk The Talk - Why Functional Love In Contact Centers Is Essential For Success by The Contact Center Coach

08-01
26:09

Podcast 128-Is Your Cell Phone Holding You Back? How to Regain Focus and Succeed in Your Career and Life

Do you find yourself constantly checking your phone, even when you know it’s distracting you from your work and personal life? In today's episode, we're diving into the surprising ways your phone could be holding you back in your career and personal relationships. With 66% of Americans experiencing nomophobia and 57% reporting feeling addicted to their phones, this is a widespread issue impacting productivity, stress levels, and overall job performance. 1. Discover how to reclaim wasted hours and boost your productivity by limiting unnecessary phone usage. 2. Learn the profound impact your phone addiction might be having on your personal relationships and how to reconnect. 3. Understand the physical toll of constant phone use and how to mitigate its effects for better health and career success.

07-23
18:48

127 - Don’t Let Working From Home Hurt Your Contact Center Career

Have you ever struggled to see a clear path for your career, especially while working from home? In today's episode, we dive into the unique challenges and opportunities remote workers face in defining and achieving their career goals. If you're feeling isolated or uncertain about your career direction while working from home, this episode is for you: 1. Learn how to set clear, achievable career goals even when you're not in the office. 2. Discover practical tips for enhancing your skills and networking remotely. 3. Understand the importance of building a strong personal brand to stand out in your organization. Don't let remote work stall your career growth—listen to this episode now and take charge of your professional future!

07-10
22:07

126 - How To Build Leadership Respect In The Contact Center

Who do you respect most and why? Is it someone from your personal life, a public figure, or a professional idol? Discover how respect plays a crucial role in leadership in this engaging podcast episode. Respect is essential in leadership, especially within contact centers. Whether you're looking to earn respect from your team, peers, or leaders, this episode breaks down how you can cultivate and maintain it, making your professional journey more fulfilling and effective. 1. Learn the four key attributes of respected leaders: competence, integrity, being a team player, and having a strong identity. 2. Understand the importance of continuous learning, trustworthiness, and building relationships to gain and retain respect in your workplace. 3. Discover practical tips on how to communicate effectively, share successes, and mentor others to enhance your leadership skills. Tune into this episode now to transform your leadership style and earn the respect you deserve in your workplace!

07-02
20:49

Podcast 125 - Four KeysTo Improve At Home Agent Engagement & Reduce Turnover In Contact Centers

Are your remote employees as engaged and satisfied as they could be, or are you struggling with the same old turnover issues despite offering the flexibility of working from home? Many businesses are transitioning to remote work, believing it will increase employee satisfaction and reduce turnover. However, despite offering this much-desired benefit, many companies are still facing high turnover rates and disengaged employees. This episode addresses these concerns head-on and offers practical solutions: Learn how to effectively set priorities for remote employees to ensure they feel valued and engaged from the start of their day. Discover the importance of repetition and over-communication in building a strong, cohesive remote team. Gain insights into the necessity of face-to-face interactions and how to implement them even with a remote workforce. Don’t let remote work challenges hold your team back—listen to this episode now and transform your approach to managing at-home agents!

06-26
16:23

Podcast 124- Putting the Team in Teamwork for Your Contact Center

How is your team working? Are they remote? Looking for some new ideas on how to build a strong and unified team? Join us for Podcast 124.

06-03
23:08

Podcast 123- Identifying Depression In The Contact Center

We work in a very stressful and difficult industry. Do you know the signs of depression? As a leader; what do you look for? What do you do? Join us for this important subject. AHT, First Call resolution, Gamification and AI can wait...

05-28
22:13

Podcast 122 AI Leadership Quick Hits - Volume III

Learn some Leadership Quick Hits focused on AI. Are you ready for AI? If not, this is some background discussion for the Contact Center.

05-17
22:11

121-1. Does Your Leadership Strategy Lack Courage Leading To Poor Employee Engagement? Here’s How To Fix It Right NOW

What does it truly take to be a courageous leader in today’s challenging work environment? In this episode, we dive into how embracing courage can transform your leadership style, improve team dynamics, and ultimately drive success in your organization. Whether you’re facing new challenges, seeking growth, or navigating complex workplace dynamics, understanding the role of courage in leadership is crucial: 1. Discover how taking ownership can redefine your approach to leadership and accountability. 2. Learn the importance of embracing criticism and turning it into a tool for personal and professional growth. 3. Understand the impact of making significant changes and how to implement them effectively within your team or organization. Tune in now to uncover the secrets of courageous leadership and transform your professional journey!

05-08
21:01

Podcast 120 AI - Safer, Better, Cheaper - 5:1:24, 4.19 PM

Successful new technology always has 3 components. Safer, Better and Cheaper. We know AI will be disruptive. Will it be safer, better and cheaper? Join us for a discussion about AI. The answer is a resounding YES and and maybe "no" in some key instances. Join us and learn.

05-01
22:11

Podcast 119- PIP Or PEP (Performance Improvement Plan Or Performance Exit Plan

Have you done a PIP recently? Adherence? Attendance? How many successful PIP's have you done? Can we get better at PIPS? Of course we can. Learn some new ideas to get better at PIPS- especially for Adherence and Attendance.

04-22
28:27

Podcast 118 - Teaching Confidence

Can you teach confidence in the contact center? Yes you can! Join us to learn how to prepare, model, share success and invest in believing in your team.

04-08
22:10

Podcast 117- Your Contact Center Should Be More Like Aruba

A tropical island? No way.. Maybe yes? Learn the attributes of a successful contact center: Be Steady, Have the "wind" at your back and be "One Happy Island". And yes... you should check out Aruba as well!

03-21
20:36

Podcast 116- Love The Results!

Part 3 of our Love Series: Love the Results. If you Love First & Love Smart; you can love the results. Learn some quick hit results that can come from being on purpose about engagement, coaching and customer experience. Also learn the two best options for AI in your center to drive performance for your people.

02-28
21:49

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