Feb 3, 2025

Our Approach to Recruitment and Training

Introduction With all the talk about AI-powered tools and services, it’s easy to lose sight of the real engine of economic growth and innovation. The reason people create new products and services is to help other people solve their problems; to improve other people’s lives. We’re stating the obvious because increasing numbers of media outlets… Continue reading Our Approach to Recruitment and Training

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Jan 1, 2025

What is a BPO?

Introduction Business Process Outsourcing, commonly known as BPO, has become an integral part of the modern business landscape. It’s a practice where businesses contract specific tasks to external service providers. These tasks can range from customer support and human resources to accounting and IT services. But beyond the technical definition, it’s crucial to understand what BPO means… Continue reading What is a BPO?

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Nov 12, 2024

Aventus Celebrates 10 Years of Success: Learn How Local Charleston, SC CEO/Founder Beats the Odds

CHARLESTON, S.C. (June 25, 2024) – Aventus, a leading player in the direct-to-consumer (DTC), ecommerce industry, is proud to celebrate its 10th anniversary this July. Founded by Josh Royal, Aventus has grown into a thriving enterprise that now employs over 500 people globally, significantly impacting the local job market in Charleston. Royal’s journey is a testament to perseverance… Continue reading Aventus Celebrates 10 Years of Success: Learn How Local Charleston, SC CEO/Founder Beats the Odds

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Oct 9, 2024

The Evolution of AI in Customer Service: What’s Next?

We know AI is transforming customer service. The question is: what can customer support and service leaders do with it?   The Gist Efficiency boost. AI in customer service enables instant, 24/7 support, improving response times and ensuring accuracy. Personalized touch. Advanced AI analyzes customer data to offer tailored recommendations, boosting satisfaction and sales. Proactive solutions. Predictive analytics… Continue reading The Evolution of AI in Customer Service: What’s Next?

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Sep 2, 2024

Josh Royal Of Aventus On 5 Ways To Create a Wow! Customer Experience

As a part of our series about the five things a business should do to create a Wow! customer experience, I had the pleasure of interviewing Josh Royal. Josh Royal, a 6th generation Charlestonian and entrepreneur, started his career with a successful nutritional supplement venture and now leads Aventus, a 100% minority-owned business providing omnichannel support services… Continue reading Josh Royal Of Aventus On 5 Ways To Create a Wow! Customer Experience

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Aug 26, 2024

The Role of Customer Service in Brand Reputation Management

How proactive customer service can safeguard your brand’s reputation in the digital world.

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Aug 12, 2024

How Mature is Your Customer Success Team? Try This Customer Success Maturity Model

So, you’ve built an amazing product and you just know your customers are going to love it. Except, there’s one problem: you’re receiving customer complaints. You have two options: you can handle the complaints and move on with the other tasks on your plate, or you could take the time to resolve the issue and… Continue reading How Mature is Your Customer Success Team? Try This Customer Success Maturity Model

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Jul 14, 2024

Guide to Outsourcing

Introduction Here’s one way of looking at outsourcing. Suppose you want to build a house. You could go through the trouble of building it yourself: take on the planning, sourcing materials, recruiting personnel, overseeing the actual brick-laying, etc. We’re not saying it can’t be done, but maybe there’s a more efficient way to occupy your… Continue reading Guide to Outsourcing

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Jun 14, 2024

Keeping Remote Teams Engaged

Introduction Remote work has become the norm for many businesses, and it’s not going away anytime soon. While it’s true that not every function can be done remotely, for the many that can, embracing and integrating remote teams can become a real competitive advantage. However, it’s not without its challenges. In this article, we want… Continue reading Keeping Remote Teams Engaged

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May 20, 2024

Customer Service: In-house vs. Outsourced

Introduction Every DTC brand understands the power of a seamless customer experience. From the moment a visitor lands on your website to the after-sales support, each touchpoint is an opportunity to impress, retain, and grow. But as your business scales, so does the challenge of managing these interactions. If you’re a business owner or an… Continue reading Customer Service: In-house vs. Outsourced

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