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Jesse Short

After spending a few years working as a support agent, Jesse made the switch to writing full-time. He is a Help Scout alum, where he worked to help improve the agent and customer experience.

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Understanding AI Ticket Routing: Benefits and Challenges
Customer Service
Understanding AI Ticket Routing: Benefits and Challenges
The 10 Best Free Help Desk Ticketing Systems in 2025
Customer Service
The 10 Best Free Help Desk Ticketing Systems in 2025
Encouraging Empathy in Customer Service Teams
Customer Service
Encouraging Empathy in Customer Service Teams
9 Customer Experience KPIs to Track for Better Business Outcomes
Customer Service
9 Customer Experience KPIs to Track for Better Business Outcomes
The 17 Best Customer Service Software in 2025 (Free & Paid)
Customer Service
The 17 Best Customer Service Software in 2025 (Free & Paid)
What is Knowledge Management? A Beginner’s Guide
Customer Service
What is Knowledge Management? A Beginner’s Guide
Using AI for Email Writing: The 9 Best Tools
Customer Service
Using AI for Email Writing: The 9 Best Tools
How to Use AI for Live Chat + 5 Tools To Consider
Customer Service
How to Use AI for Live Chat + 5 Tools To Consider
7 Customer Service Resume Examples + Best Practices
Customer Service
7 Customer Service Resume Examples + Best Practices
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