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My Proven Cleanse or Clog Method to Avoid Conflict and Enhance Connections
If you are like me, I love pizza. It is probably the best food on the planet. I wasn't surprised recently when a friend told me Americans...

Mary Shores
May 17, 20223 min read


The Secret To A Productive Collection Floor
This week, I'm sharing my top 3 productivity tips with you.

Mary Shores
Apr 12, 20223 min read


3 Tips To Create Independence On Your Collection Floor
Team leads, collection managers, and supervisors: do you ever feel like you have to be in a hundred places at once at work?

Mary Shores
Mar 15, 20224 min read


3 Core Ways To Cure The Fear Of Consumer Freak-Outs
The truth is that new collectors have amazing potential; many of them are simply terrified of asking consumers for money.

Mary Shores
Mar 1, 20224 min read


You Won't Believe This Technique To Reduce Escalated Collection Calls Actually Works
Calling all team leads, collection managers, and supervisors…
This blog post is designed for you.

Mary Shores
Feb 15, 20223 min read


Debt Collection Got You Feeling Stressed? Read This!
Are you ready to cut down on the constant stress? Are you ready to ease tension on even the most difficult collection calls?

Mary Shores
Feb 8, 20225 min read


5 Quick Tips for Expert Collection Negotiations
If you’re uncomfortable negotiating, you’re not alone.

Mary Shores
Feb 1, 20224 min read


The Secret Formula to Reduce Consumer Complaints
Raise your hand if you’ve ever felt scared of making a mistake while on a collection call because you’re worried you'll get a complaint.

Mary Shores
Jan 4, 20223 min read


The Collection Call GPS
Have you ever wondered how to navigate a collection call from start to finish, no matter what roadblocks, stalls, or objections come up?

Mary Shores
Dec 21, 20214 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 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


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


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


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


Follow These Tips to Decrease Missed Payments
Stick with me, and you’ll be a pro at decreasing the amount of missed payments at your agency in no time.

Mary Shores
Jan 5, 20214 min read
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