As humans, we are called to communicate, this is what sets us apart and makes the human experience so unique and rich. The ability to convey a message, tell jokes and entertain, administer advice and offer comfort, to react and respond are skills of incalculable worth. Contact centres are places where you can fine-tune and sharpen these skills, so here are 5 reasons why a contact centre is a dynamic and considered career choice:
The People
Contact centres are some of the most diverse, inclusive workplaces. In these spaces, you’re both working alongside and speaking with, people from all walks of life. Just through a phone conversation, you get to indulge in the stories of others, see things from every perspective and even the difficult customers present an interesting challenge to overcome.
The Reward
The sense of accomplishment when you can help others with your niche knowledge base, or your voice and tone is so special. To be able to make a tangible difference in the lives of others with just the strength of message and bridge that gap between confusion and clarity for a customer, is a superpower. Every interaction can be one that enhances someone’s experience and makes it memorable, all those little moments add up into something truly significant, that is the true gift of the gab.
No Qualification Required
The only experience needed is a zest for life and the desire to be there for others. Good customer service comes through practice and the dedication to being able to give advice with the patience, empathy, resilience and quick-thinking you are born with. Contact centres set you up to be able to use words to your advantage and in ways that add value to life, all taught to you on the job; teachings you can carry with you forever, wherever you go.
The Knowledge
Contact centres are full of learning opportunities, and you can walk away with pockets of knowledge in telecommunications, technology, insurance, electricity, finance and more. If you’re someone that hungers for an understanding about how the world ticks around you, a contact centre is the place to go. Working in call centres, speaking with humans of all cultures, backgrounds and beginnings, it only expands your knowledge on the intricacies of the world around us and our place in it.
The Flexibility
Many call centres offer flexibility and the ability to build your day in a way that can reclaim your time. Contact centres have pioneered the work/life balance brought about by the pandemic. Being able to work from the comfort of home now seems like an indispensable part of living that contact centres not only established but also actively encourage. Contact centres offer a kinder way of working and living.
Contact centres build you up, teach you how to communicate better and more effectively and in this way, we are made better humans with more well-rounded perspectives and lenses to view life from. The humble contact centre is teeming with possibilities and a chance to grow, learn and inspire. We'd love to hear from you...Get in touch here
