From Scripts to Strategy: How Brian Rule is Empowering Customer Support
In September, industry leaders from across the globe gathered in San Francisco for the Customer Support Summit. We were proud to have our own Brian Rule take the stage for a fireside chat titled “From Scripts to Strategy: Empowering Your Customer Support Team.” Brian, with his nearly a decade of experience at SmartRecruiters, shared his vision for a customer support function that is as strategic as it is efficient.
He spoke about moving beyond rigid, scripted responses and giving agents the autonomy and skills to truly solve customer problems. This approach, he argued, is critical for accelerating ticket resolution and increasing customer satisfaction. But it's about more than just a better customer experience. It's about creating a more impactful and rewarding career for our team members.
The biggest difference between a "scripted" and a "strategic" team comes down to the culture you build. Is it rigid or flexible? According to Brian, agents need to be empowered to make sound judgment calls rather than being forced to follow a strict process. This flexibility is built by taking the time to train for soft skills, ensuring agents have up-to-date documentation that's easy to reference, and providing consistent coaching and timely feedback that focuses on continuous improvement. When these elements are in place, agents feel more confident and empowered, which directly translates into personalized, higher-quality service for customers.
During the chat, Brian highlighted the importance of continuous coaching, workflow optimization, and a strong team culture as cornerstones of a high-performing support operation. He emphasized that in a fast-paced environment, the ability to adapt and collaborate is paramount. This strategic focus ensures that every customer touchpoint becomes a source of actionable insights that drive smarter decisions across our entire organization - from product development to sales.
This strategic mindset is intrinsically linked to SmartRecruiters' core mission, especially when it comes to the tools we use and the people we hire. Brian emphasized the importance of transparency, stating that agents are more invested in using and improving their tools when they understand the ‘Why’ behind them. By building a culture that welcomes open feedback, we actively connect the dots between processes and outcomes, helping agents feel ownership over our tools and methods. This environment cultivates a problem-solving mindset - exactly the kind of critical thinker we look for in our team members.
Brian's approach is more than just talk. It's how we operate every day at SmartRecruiters. If you’re a problem-solver who thrives on collaboration and is passionate about delivering excellent service, we'd love to talk to you. Check out our current job openings.
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