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3 Ways to Establish Continuing Education on Your Collection Floor
Those tasked with training new and existing employees are faced with the need to tailor training to the needs of the individual.
Dan Byrd
Sep 14, 20212 min read


Solve Decreasing Revenue Issues with These Steps
When your team has periods of low revenue, the best thing to do is conduct a root cause analysis.

Mary Shores
Aug 31, 20214 min read


How to Collect Dollars and Connections from Consumers
I’m a fan of preventative communication rather than de-escalation techniques. The good news is, my communication strategy can build trust.

Mary Shores
Aug 24, 20216 min read


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


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


3 Ways Agency Owners Can Stay Ahead in an Evolving New Normal
Regardless of how the new normal looks, collection agency owners can stay ahead in a few different ways.

Mary Shores
Jul 20, 20215 min read


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


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


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


Increase Morale at Your Agency with These 2 Easy Methods
Have you ever wondered how your collection agency would benefit from a dose or two of positivity?

Mary Shores
Jun 8, 20215 min read


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


Your Guide to Hiring in the Debt Collection Industry
It’s no secret that hiring, onboarding, and retention in the debt collection industry can be difficult, especially in recent months.

Mary Shores
May 11, 20215 min read


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


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


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


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


Use This List To Hire Your Next Rockstar Collector
What if we started to market our open positions using the numerous benefits attached to being a debt collector.

Mary Shores
Mar 9, 20216 min read


Online Learning: The Future of Education
When the pandemic is over and in-person learning is accessible again, it’s unlikely people will ditch online learning.

Mary Shores
Feb 23, 20214 min read


Top 5 Reasons I Created The Collection Advantage
When I was still a new agency owner, I had five main problems I wanted to solve, and over the past 15 years, I learned how to solve them.

Mary Shores
Feb 16, 20215 min read


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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