CX Diaries - with Keith Gait Keith Gait

Embark on a transformative exploration of the customer experience cosmos with the formidable Cathrine Jooste, President of Global Business Processing Outsourcing at CGS. From the rich tapestry of her personal evolution, leaving behind the consulting battlefield to command the global contact centre fleet, Cathrine divulges the intimate camaraderie and family-like atmosphere she's embraced within CGS's ranks. This episode is a treasure trove of insights, where we dissect the shifting ...

Prepare to be captivated by Claas van Delden, Chief Growth Officer at Yoummday, as he unveils the transformative world of freelance models in the customer experience sector. Our conversation with Claas is more than just an interview; it's a treasure trove of insights on how flexible work opportunities are not just a perk but a revolution for agents and clients alike. He reveals the inner workings of Yoummday's technology platform, which is reshaping how global networks of freelance ...

Discover the unexpected allure of contact centres as Julia Morgan from Manpower joins our conversation, bringing a fresh perspective in a field ripe with potential but often cloaked in myth. With her in-depth knowledge of technology recruitment, Julia peels back the layers of misunderstanding surrounding the industry. We confront the issue of high attrition rates head-on, while also examining how emotional intelligence and sales abilities are becoming the cornerstones of success in this ...

Unlock the secrets to asserting your consumer rights with the ever-vigilant Helen Dewdney, the acclaimed 'Complaining Cow' who's made a career out of championing customer issues. In an eye-opening conversation, we navigate the rough seas of customer service, with Helen providing a compass for those lost in chatbot loops. She artfully exposes the tactics some companies employ to evade accountability and underscores the undeniable linkage between top-notch customer service and business pro...

Discover the future of customer service with Guillaume Langle, the visionary CEO at the helm of Konecta's UK and South Africa operations, as he unveils his journey from the automotive industry to leading a revolution in customer experience technology. His deep dive into the symbiosis of Generative AI and human intuition paints a picture of an industry where technology empowers agents to deliver unparalleled service. Tune in to grasp how Konecta's tech-savvy approach is redefining custome...

Embark on a journey through the labyrinth of customer service innovation with Patrick Elliot, the astute UK CEO of Global BPO Business HGS. As we unravel Patrick's storied career—spanning consumer electronics, the pioneering days at Orange, and the strategic chessboard of management consulting—you'll gain a front-row seat to the philosophy that propelled his rise to the top: keeping the customer at the very heart of every decision. Patrick candidly unpacks the trials and triumphs of the ...