What happens in those crucial moments when customers reach out for help? The difference between frustration and relief often comes down to one simple factor: responsiveness.

Responsiveness in customer service is vital, especially when addressing time-sensitive needs in the insurance sector where a quick, accurate answer can make all the difference. Our Business Engagement Unit was created specifically to redefine traditional admin roles by hiring top talent focused on immediate customer response.

• Responsiveness builds trust, fosters relationships, and enables efficient problem-solving
• Empathy is crucial—putting yourself in others' shoes and providing service you'd expect
• Injured workers experience disruption to their lives and need immediate support
• Lack of response can lead to mistrust, increased costs, and potential litigation
• The Business Engagement Unit answers calls live rather than using automated systems
• Cross-training ensures representatives can answer multiple types of questions
• Multiple communication channels (phone, email, text, chat) meet customers where they are
• Setting clear expectations when immediate answers aren't possible prevents frustration
• Acknowledging mistakes, taking responsibility, and making things right builds stronger relationships
• Leaders must model responsive behavior with their own teams

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Season 9 is brought to you by Berkley Industrial Comp. This episode is hosted by Greg Hamlin.

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