When it comes to running a business, providing excellent customer service is crucial. Many companies are turning to virtual receptionists for their efficiency and cost-effectiveness, but several misconceptions still persist. In this blog, we’re setting the record straight on some of the most common myths about virtual receptionists and showing how they can benefit your…
Did you know that 80% of customers won’t leave a voicemail if their call is unanswered (Forbes), and 84% of consumers say that customer service plays a significant role in their decision to stay loyal to a brand? In fact, one poor experience can be enough to drive customers away (JindalX). With so much on…
For small and medium sized businesses exceptional customer service is crucial. Customers expect quick responses, personalized service, and seamless interactions. 75 percent of callers will not leave a voicemail, and about 85 percent of callers, who don’t reach you on the first call, will not call back. Instead, they will call your competitors. This is where…
If you’re just getting started with a Virtual Receptionist service like PATLive, or maybe updating an existing campaign, one of the keys to success is to have great call handling instructions. When you sign up for service with PATLive, we’ll schedule a session with one of our Onboarding Specialists who will walk you through creating…
Live Receptionists: All of your hard work is paying off. You’ve taken your company from a small, one-woman show operating out of your basement and turned it into a flourishing, medium-sized business. With revenue, and sales, and…dare we say it? Customers. This is amazing, brilliant, everything you ever wanted – except for one problem. You…
In recent years, a transformative shift in terrain of business communication has occurred. Companies are now seeking new and creative ways to connect with their customers. As a result, web chats have emerged as the frontrunner in digital customer engagement. According to Invesp, 73% of customers prefer live chat when communicating with a business. In…
While many American businesses will be working with predominantly English-speaking customers, that’s not always the case. As of 2023, 68 million people in the US speak another language at home, and in some areas, another language is almost as frequently used as English itself. As a result, many businesses would benefit from having a bilingual…
Many businesses will want to scale at some point. While scaling can lead to growing pains, it can also lead to more profit and overall stability for the company itself, both of which are incredible incentives to do so. In this pursuit of growth, virtual receptionist services emerge as a powerful ally to support your…
Answering Service for Nonprofits Every nonprofit is unique. From the local animal rescue to a nationwide organization helping foster children….to everything in between…the range of services and operations is broad and niche. Despite the different topics and fields of interest, however, there are lots of similarities in how nonprofits operate that serve as common ground…
Most businesses that grow to a certain point all reach the same realization: They’re getting too many calls, and they need a remote receptionist. This is an exciting time, because it means that your business is thriving and that you’re at the next level of scaling. It can also be nerve-wracking, especially if the business…