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Are You Cleansing or Clogging Your Collections?
In my years of training, I’ve seen a common theme of collectors making a specific mistake that many don’t realize they’re making...

Mary Shores
Aug 17, 20214 min read
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3 Keys to Turn Around a Collection Call Instantly
How do you turn a collection call around when you're in conflict from the beginning? Use these 3 keys to find out.

Mary Shores
Aug 3, 20215 min read
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3 Steps to Choose Questions that Convert on Collection Calls
Questions are one of the most powerful tools collectors can keep in their toolkits.

Mary Shores
Jul 6, 20216 min read
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Collectors: Here Are the Answers to 5 FAQs to Make Collection Calls Easier
I’ve dedicated this post to answering 5 FAQs all about scripting, critical thinking, and empathy.

Mary Shores
Jun 29, 20216 min read
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4 Pillars of the Compassionate Framework for Healthcare Collections
People are craving the human connection and understanding that comes with empathy, which is why now more than ever, understanding empathy.

Mary Shores
Jun 22, 20217 min read
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Empathetic Collections for Beginners: Part 1
Empathy can go beyond being a buzzword in the industry. Instead, it can be something we actively teach our team members.

Mary Shores
May 25, 20214 min read
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Common Mistakes Collectors Make (And How to Fix Them!)
If you see these mistakes at your agency, that’s ok! There are many ways to fix them and keep moving forward.

Mary Shores
May 4, 20214 min read
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The Consumer Keeps Saying 'No'...Now What?
“What do you say when the consumer keeps saying ‘no,’ no matter what solutions you offer?”

Mary Shores
Apr 27, 20213 min read
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3 Foolproof Ways to Turn Your Collectors into Idea Machines
How much time do your supervisors spend on escalated calls? What could your team accomplish if your supervisors had more time off the phone?

Mary Shores
Apr 13, 20214 min read
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Can We Teach Collectors Empathy?
“Can empathy be taught, or is it something people are either born with or not born with?” Let's unpack this with the 3 quick tips.

Mary Shores
Apr 6, 20215 min read
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3 Easy Steps to Handle Those Long-Winded Collection Calls
We’ve all been there. The consumer you’re speaking to on the phone is a rambler. In other words, they’re telling you a long, drawn-out...

Mary Shores
Mar 30, 20214 min read
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The Secret Connection Equation
This equation can drastically improve your overall attitude toward work, as well as recoveries. It will also decrease complaints to clients.

Mary Shores
Feb 9, 20215 min read
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3 Steps to Invest in the Collector's Voice
I want to show you how to use your voice to make a huge difference in our industry one call at a time.

Mary Shores
Feb 2, 20215 min read
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The 5 Zones You Need to Know to Succeed in Collections
Understanding each of these zones is key on all collection calls.

Mary Shores
Jan 19, 20216 min read
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Must-Read Guide to the Consumer Experience
Plain and simple, conversations with collectors impact consumers’ quality of life.

Mary Shores
Dec 15, 20204 min read
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Use the 3 C's to Enhance Your Customer Communications Today
To get you started on your journey toward stronger customer communications today, consider these 3 C’s.

Mary Shores
Dec 1, 20204 min read
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Are Your Collectors Getting Counterfeit Yeses From Consumers?
As collectors, we want to be careful of counterfeit yeses – yeses that you later find out were actually no's.

Mary Shores
Nov 24, 20203 min read
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Don't Skip This Step on Collection Calls
Have you ever offered a consumer a solution and had it rejected because the person was still too upset to really hear you?

Mary Shores
Nov 17, 20203 min read
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3 Ways to Exceed Customer Expectations During the Pandemic
Your doors may be locked. Your business may be operating in ways you never thought it would operate.

Mary Shores
Nov 3, 20204 min read
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What to Say When a Consumer Says an Account Isn't Their Priority
When I provide collector training, a common consumer objection collectors bring up is when a consumer says his account is not a priority.

Mary Shores
Oct 27, 20204 min read
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