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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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Is Agile Right for Customer Support Teams?
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Is Agile Right for Customer Support Teams?
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The 10 Best 100% Free Help Desk Ticketing Systems for 2025
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What's The Best Free Live Chat Software? 8 Top Options
Understanding AI Ticket Routing: Benefits and Challenges
Customer Service
Understanding AI Ticket Routing: Benefits and Challenges
Customer Service
The 9 Best Social Media Customer Service Software (2025)
The 9 Best Free Help Desk Ticketing Systems in 2026
Customer Service
The 9 Best Free Help Desk Ticketing Systems in 2026
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
15 Service Desk Software Options Every IT Team Should Consider
Customer Service
15 Service Desk Software Options Every IT Team Should Consider
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