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Small Business Origins podcast. John Kelley special interview with telemarketing teacher Richard Blank.
On this podcast, John Kelley, seasoned entrepreneur and engaging storyteller, dives into the journeys of small business owners. Join him as he uncovers the inspiring, humorous, and often tough realities they face while creating distinct and impactful brands in their industries.
Hear our discussion on outbound lead generation and sales appointment calling, inbound customer support, how Richard got his start, and some best practices for effective communication on sales and support calls.
Guest Bio:
Richard Blank is the CEO and Founder of Costa Rica's Call Center, a full-service BPO call center providing lead generation, customer service, social media support and more for US companies. He founded the company 15 years ago and has grown it to over 300 seats.
Building Relationships Through the Phone Lines: Lessons from a Telemarketing Veteran feat. Richard Blank with Costa Rica's Call Center
Key Quotes:
"I believe in synergy. I believe in circles, and I also believe in the sanctity of a meal together, breaking fast, you know, feeding ourselves, making ourselves stronger." (15:37)
"Why call them gatekeepers, and why give them such a bad rap? These are the first impressions of Emerald City. As long as you understand the protocol and you can give an excellent first impression with that company name spike, you have a chance. Get them out of that trends." (41:44)
"Leaders remember small details about you, or they dress in case your mother shows up so I can go downstairs and thank her for raising such a fine young man who's been with me for 3 years." (16:39)
Main Discussion Points:
The importance of building relationships in sales, not just trying to force a sale
Techniques for effective communication and rapport building on sales and support calls
Why it's important to treat everyone in an organization with respect, not just decision makers
How to get referrals and repeat business through exceptional customer service
Why taking time to understand the local culture is key when doing business abroad
How Costa Rica’s Call Center vets clients to avoid unethical business practices
Accents and Market Perception in Business
There's a 95% literacy rate. And say what you want. If somebody has a slight accent, to me, it still bears the mark of higher education. And if you do, it's like a beauty mark. And so I think more people are becoming more accustomed towards a Latino accent in the United States than they would an Asian or a Middle Eastern. And so that has given us some leverage in regards to growing our campaigns.
Building Relationships: The Real Key Players
what we always call the gatekeeper is the one that you should make your best friend. That's the one, you know, it's not the doctor who owns the place. It's not the doctors that work there or the nurses that work there. It's the front desk receptionist, the first one that everyone sees when they enter that ER.
Richard's Journey and Philosophy on Bravery
And two months turned into four years of learning the business from the inside out, not as a C-level executive, And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring, and I had some maturity and impulse control and some capital. And little did I know, we just celebrated our 15th year in business. And so it's been a great ride of twists and turns. But I tell you what, fortune favors the brave. And if you do your due diligence and your dedicated practice, and you believe that you can put your chest out there and your best foot forward, then by all means, I think you should drink life. And I think you should go for it. You only get 100 years on this planet. If you're lucky. That's right. So you left your parents. How much family did you have here in the States that you just said, hey, I got to go? Well, it's all my family. And they live in Philadelphia and Colorado, Arizona. They're scattered. But how about this, my friend? When I was expected to study law or finance or economics, I kind of used my great-grandparents as an example. They came to the United States at the turn of the 20th century from Eastern Europe, moved to New York in the garment industry. Great-grandpa learned English. He ramped up a company. He took his chance and had his adventure. Just skipped a couple generations and I'm going south.
The Double-Edged Sword of Telemarketing
If it wasn't for the marketing side of things and making those cold calls and doing sales like I'm used to, then I would absolutely probably hate you, instead of wanting to have you on my show, but seeing it from the other side and knowing that these phone calls are being made for a reason, to make a living, to feed people, to put jobs out there for others. I think that what you do is important, but who can lie and say that they really enjoy it when they get that spam call and somebody's calling them to solicit them or sell something to them. I think all of us have kind of grown to hate that. So let's just start with exactly what it is that you do and what it is that you don't do as far as those things are concerned, you know, where the, the good and the bad is kind of mixed and some people's perceptions may be bad, but you can change our minds on that. Not a problem at all. In fact, from an educated point of view, hopefully your audience can make a decision.
https://youtu.be/NN4CoABXzFA
https://youtu.be/A_G1bl-BhHc
https://youtu.be/bmOu5zU6k9I
https://youtu.be/tSzpNM_roKs
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Welcome To
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We empower businesses with the digital tools and strategies they need to thrive in today’s competitive landscape.
We understand that your primary goals are to generate more leads, increase revenue, and establish a dominant position in your market. That’s why we focus on results-driven strategies that are designed to maximize your online visibility, attract high-quality leads, and convert them into loyal customers.
Navigating the Digital Landscape Can Be Challenging
When you partner with Beefy Marketing, you gain a trusted ally who will guide you through the ever-changing digital landscape. We stay at the forefront of industry trends and leverage cutting-edge technologies to ensure that your business remains ahead of the herd.
Beefy Marketing
Your Solution to Success
Let us help you unlock your full potential, fuel your growth, and position your business for long-term success.
Meet Your Guide to Greater Impact
With over a decade of experience across diverse industries, we’ve honed our skills to help businesses amplify their message and achieve their goals. We’re here to guide you through every step of your marketing journey.
We're not just in the business of marketing; we're in the business of helping you reclaim your time, your dreams, and your freedom.
We know that when your business thrives, you can do more of what you love. We want you to experience the thrill of adventure, just like we do.
John Kelley:
Growing up in the fire service for the last 20 years, I've learned the value of service and leadership from my years in. As a full-time firefighter and lieutenant, I’ve been in the trenches, leading teams, solving problems under pressure, and keeping my community safe. That same drive to serve and protect has shaped my approach as a marketer, where I now help government leaders and public safety agencies transform the way they connect with their communities.
I understand the unique challenges you face. As a firefighter, I’ve seen firsthand how hard it is to keep the public informed and engaged, especially when resources are stretched thin. As a marketing professional, I’ve witnessed how outdated systems and scattered communication strategies can hold organizations back. That’s why I’m passionate about leveraging tools like AI, automation, and cutting-edge marketing platforms to simplify communication, build trust, and drive efficiency in ways that make a real impact.
From streamlining community engagement for city governments to creating campaigns that strengthen public safety messaging, my mission is to make your job easier and your results stronger. Whether you're a city manager balancing tight budgets, a fire chief advocating for funding, or a marketing director trying to reach every corner of your community, I’m here to help.
Soon, I’ll be launching a newsletter packed with actionable insights, tools, and strategies to empower leaders like you. Whether you're looking to modernize your communication, increase engagement, or simply free up time to focus on what matters most, this newsletter will be your go-to resource.
Let’s connect and start a conversation about how we can work together to make your vision a reality. After all, transforming the way we communicate doesn’t just make life easier—it makes our communities stronger.
Richard Blank hired bassist Garry Gary Beers of INXS.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieGjN5H4xPQ
Small Business Origins podcast, John Kelley, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing Call Centre, BPO, Nearshore Contact Center, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business, Podcast, Gamification,Leadership, Marketing, CX, Guest, Money, B2C education, BPO trainer,call centre, contact centre, contact center,trend, trending
Richard’s journey in the call center space is filled with twists and turns. When he was 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain. A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, inducted into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business. Giving back to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
We encourage you to visit one of our call centers on your next personal vacation or business trip to Central America’s paradise, Costa Rica. While you are here, we would recommend taking an extra day of your trip to visit breathtaking virgin beaches, play golf next to the ocean, try your luck at deep sea fishing, explore tropical jungles, climb volcanos or just relax in natural hot springs. Come and see for yourself why call center outsourcing in Costa Rica is a perfect solution for your growing company and a powerhouse in the BPO industry.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#SmallBusinessOriginspodcast #JohnKelley #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #trend #trending #listennow #subscribe #podcastclip #podcastvideo #videopodcasting #podcastguest
Tomball, Texas, United States
Small Business Origins podcast. John Kelley special interview with telemarketing teacher Richard Blank.
On this podcast, John Kelley, seasoned entrepreneur and engaging storyteller, dives into the journeys of small business owners. Join him as he uncovers the inspiring, humorous, and often tough realities they face while creating distinct and impactful brands in their industries.
Hear our discussion on outbound lead generation and sales appointment calling, inbound customer support, how Richard got his start, and some best practices for effective communication on sales and support calls.
Guest Bio:
Richard Blank is the CEO and Founder of Costa Rica's Call Center, a full-service BPO call center providing lead generation, customer service, social media support and more for US companies. He founded the company 15 years ago and has grown it to over 300 seats.
Building Relationships Through the Phone Lines: Lessons from a Telemarketing Veteran feat. Richard Blank with Costa Rica's Call Center
Key Quotes:
"I believe in synergy. I believe in circles, and I also believe in the sanctity of a meal together, breaking fast, you know, feeding ourselves, making ourselves stronger." (15:37)
"Why call them gatekeepers, and why give them such a bad rap? These are the first impressions of Emerald City. As long as you understand the protocol and you can give an excellent first impression with that company name spike, you have a chance. Get them out of that trends." (41:44)
"Leaders remember small details about you, or they dress in case your mother shows up so I can go downstairs and thank her for raising such a fine young man who's been with me for 3 years." (16:39)
Main Discussion Points:
The importance of building relationships in sales, not just trying to force a sale
Techniques for effective communication and rapport building on sales and support calls
Why it's important to treat everyone in an organization with respect, not just decision makers
How to get referrals and repeat business through exceptional customer service
Why taking time to understand the local culture is key when doing business abroad
How Costa Rica’s Call Center vets clients to avoid unethical business practices
Accents and Market Perception in Business
There's a 95% literacy rate. And say what you want. If somebody has a slight accent, to me, it still bears the mark of higher education. And if you do, it's like a beauty mark. And so I think more people are becoming more accustomed towards a Latino accent in the United States than they would an Asian or a Middle Eastern. And so that has given us some leverage in regards to growing our campaigns.
Building Relationships: The Real Key Players
what we always call the gatekeeper is the one that you should make your best friend. That's the one, you know, it's not the doctor who owns the place. It's not the doctors that work there or the nurses that work there. It's the front desk receptionist, the first one that everyone sees when they enter that ER.
Richard's Journey and Philosophy on Bravery
And two months turned into four years of learning the business from the inside out, not as a C-level executive, And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring, and I had some maturity and impulse control and some capital. And little did I know, we just celebrated our 15th year in business. And so it's been a great ride of twists and turns. But I tell you what, fortune favors the brave. And if you do your due diligence and your dedicated practice, and you believe that you can put your chest out there and your best foot forward, then by all means, I think you should drink life. And I think you should go for it. You only get 100 years on this planet. If you're lucky. That's right. So you left your parents. How much family did you have here in the States that you just said, hey, I got to go? Well, it's all my family. And they live in Philadelphia and Colorado, Arizona. They're scattered. But how about this, my friend? When I was expected to study law or finance or economics, I kind of used my great-grandparents as an example. They came to the United States at the turn of the 20th century from Eastern Europe, moved to New York in the garment industry. Great-grandpa learned English. He ramped up a company. He took his chance and had his adventure. Just skipped a couple generations and I'm going south.
The Double-Edged Sword of Telemarketing
If it wasn't for the marketing side of things and making those cold calls and doing sales like I'm used to, then I would absolutely probably hate you, instead of wanting to have you on my show, but seeing it from the other side and knowing that these phone calls are being made for a reason, to make a living, to feed people, to put jobs out there for others. I think that what you do is important, but who can lie and say that they really enjoy it when they get that spam call and somebody's calling them to solicit them or sell something to them. I think all of us have kind of grown to hate that. So let's just start with exactly what it is that you do and what it is that you don't do as far as those things are concerned, you know, where the, the good and the bad is kind of mixed and some people's perceptions may be bad, but you can change our minds on that. Not a problem at all. In fact, from an educated point of view, hopefully your audience can make a decision.
https://youtu.be/NN4CoABXzFA
https://youtu.be/A_G1bl-BhHc
https://youtu.be/bmOu5zU6k9I
https://youtu.be/tSzpNM_roKs
Grow Your Business with Our Tailored Digital Marketing Services
Dominate Your Market, Generate Quality Leads, and Boost Revenue with Our Proven Web Design, SEO, and Digital Marketing Solutions
Welcome To
Beefy Marketing
We empower businesses with the digital tools and strategies they need to thrive in today’s competitive landscape.
We understand that your primary goals are to generate more leads, increase revenue, and establish a dominant position in your market. That’s why we focus on results-driven strategies that are designed to maximize your online visibility, attract high-quality leads, and convert them into loyal customers.
Navigating the Digital Landscape Can Be Challenging
When you partner with Beefy Marketing, you gain a trusted ally who will guide you through the ever-changing digital landscape. We stay at the forefront of industry trends and leverage cutting-edge technologies to ensure that your business remains ahead of the herd.
Beefy Marketing
Your Solution to Success
Let us help you unlock your full potential, fuel your growth, and position your business for long-term success.
Meet Your Guide to Greater Impact
With over a decade of experience across diverse industries, we’ve honed our skills to help businesses amplify their message and achieve their goals. We’re here to guide you through every step of your marketing journey.
We're not just in the business of marketing; we're in the business of helping you reclaim your time, your dreams, and your freedom.
We know that when your business thrives, you can do more of what you love. We want you to experience the thrill of adventure, just like we do.
John Kelley:
Growing up in the fire service for the last 20 years, I've learned the value of service and leadership from my years in. As a full-time firefighter and lieutenant, I’ve been in the trenches, leading teams, solving problems under pressure, and keeping my community safe. That same drive to serve and protect has shaped my approach as a marketer, where I now help government leaders and public safety agencies transform the way they connect with their communities.
I understand the unique challenges you face. As a firefighter, I’ve seen firsthand how hard it is to keep the public informed and engaged, especially when resources are stretched thin. As a marketing professional, I’ve witnessed how outdated systems and scattered communication strategies can hold organizations back. That’s why I’m passionate about leveraging tools like AI, automation, and cutting-edge marketing platforms to simplify communication, build trust, and drive efficiency in ways that make a real impact.
From streamlining community engagement for city governments to creating campaigns that strengthen public safety messaging, my mission is to make your job easier and your results stronger. Whether you're a city manager balancing tight budgets, a fire chief advocating for funding, or a marketing director trying to reach every corner of your community, I’m here to help.
Soon, I’ll be launching a newsletter packed with actionable insights, tools, and strategies to empower leaders like you. Whether you're looking to modernize your communication, increase engagement, or simply free up time to focus on what matters most, this newsletter will be your go-to resource.
Let’s connect and start a conversation about how we can work together to make your vision a reality. After all, transforming the way we communicate doesn’t just make life easier—it makes our communities stronger.
Richard Blank hired bassist Garry Gary Beers of INXS.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieGjN5H4xPQ
Small Business Origins podcast, John Kelley, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing Call Centre, BPO, Nearshore Contact Center, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business, Podcast, Gamification,Leadership, Marketing, CX, Guest, Money, B2C education, BPO trainer,call centre, contact centre, contact center,trend, trending
Richard’s journey in the call center space is filled with twists and turns. When he was 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain. A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, inducted into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business. Giving back to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
We encourage you to visit one of our call centers on your next personal vacation or business trip to Central America’s paradise, Costa Rica. While you are here, we would recommend taking an extra day of your trip to visit breathtaking virgin beaches, play golf next to the ocean, try your luck at deep sea fishing, explore tropical jungles, climb volcanos or just relax in natural hot springs. Come and see for yourself why call center outsourcing in Costa Rica is a perfect solution for your growing company and a powerhouse in the BPO industry.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#SmallBusinessOriginspodcast #JohnKelley #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #trend #trending #listennow #subscribe #podcastclip #podcastvideo #videopodcasting #podcastguest
Tomball, Texas, United States
Small Business Origins podcast. John Kelley special interview with telemarketing teacher Richard Blank.
On this podcast, John Kelley, seasoned entrepreneur and engaging storyteller, dives into the journeys of small business owners. Join him as he uncovers the inspiring, humorous, and often tough realities they face while creating distinct and impactful brands in their industries.
Hear our discussion on outbound lead generation and sales appointment calling, inbound customer support, how Richard got his start, and some best practices for effective communication on sales and support calls.
Guest Bio:
Richard Blank is the CEO and Founder of Costa Rica's Call Center, a full-service BPO call center providing lead generation, customer service, social media support and more for US companies. He founded the company 15 years ago and has grown it to over 300 seats.
Building Relationships Through the Phone Lines: Lessons from a Telemarketing Veteran feat. Richard Blank with Costa Rica's Call Center
Key Quotes:
"I believe in synergy. I believe in circles, and I also believe in the sanctity of a meal together, breaking fast, you know, feeding ourselves, making ourselves stronger." (15:37)
"Why call them gatekeepers, and why give them such a bad rap? These are the first impressions of Emerald City. As long as you understand the protocol and you can give an excellent first impression with that company name spike, you have a chance. Get them out of that trends." (41:44)
"Leaders remember small details about you, or they dress in case your mother shows up so I can go downstairs and thank her for raising such a fine young man who's been with me for 3 years." (16:39)
Main Discussion Points:
The importance of building relationships in sales, not just trying to force a sale
Techniques for effective communication and rapport building on sales and support calls
Why it's important to treat everyone in an organization with respect, not just decision makers
How to get referrals and repeat business through exceptional customer service
Why taking time to understand the local culture is key when doing business abroad
How Costa Rica’s Call Center vets clients to avoid unethical business practices
Accents and Market Perception in Business
There's a 95% literacy rate. And say what you want. If somebody has a slight accent, to me, it still bears the mark of higher education. And if you do, it's like a beauty mark. And so I think more people are becoming more accustomed towards a Latino accent in the United States than they would an Asian or a Middle Eastern. And so that has given us some leverage in regards to growing our campaigns.
Building Relationships: The Real Key Players
what we always call the gatekeeper is the one that you should make your best friend. That's the one, you know, it's not the doctor who owns the place. It's not the doctors that work there or the nurses that work there. It's the front desk receptionist, the first one that everyone sees when they enter that ER.
Richard's Journey and Philosophy on Bravery
And two months turned into four years of learning the business from the inside out, not as a C-level executive, And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring, and I had some maturity and impulse control and some capital. And little did I know, we just celebrated our 15th year in business. And so it's been a great ride of twists and turns. But I tell you what, fortune favors the brave. And if you do your due diligence and your dedicated practice, and you believe that you can put your chest out there and your best foot forward, then by all means, I think you should drink life. And I think you should go for it. You only get 100 years on this planet. If you're lucky. That's right. So you left your parents. How much family did you have here in the States that you just said, hey, I got to go? Well, it's all my family. And they live in Philadelphia and Colorado, Arizona. They're scattered. But how about this, my friend? When I was expected to study law or finance or economics, I kind of used my great-grandparents as an example. They came to the United States at the turn of the 20th century from Eastern Europe, moved to New York in the garment industry. Great-grandpa learned English. He ramped up a company. He took his chance and had his adventure. Just skipped a couple generations and I'm going south.
The Double-Edged Sword of Telemarketing
If it wasn't for the marketing side of things and making those cold calls and doing sales like I'm used to, then I would absolutely probably hate you, instead of wanting to have you on my show, but seeing it from the other side and knowing that these phone calls are being made for a reason, to make a living, to feed people, to put jobs out there for others. I think that what you do is important, but who can lie and say that they really enjoy it when they get that spam call and somebody's calling them to solicit them or sell something to them. I think all of us have kind of grown to hate that. So let's just start with exactly what it is that you do and what it is that you don't do as far as those things are concerned, you know, where the, the good and the bad is kind of mixed and some people's perceptions may be bad, but you can change our minds on that. Not a problem at all. In fact, from an educated point of view, hopefully your audience can make a decision.
https://youtu.be/NN4CoABXzFA
https://youtu.be/A_G1bl-BhHc
https://youtu.be/bmOu5zU6k9I
https://youtu.be/tSzpNM_roKs
Grow Your Business with Our Tailored Digital Marketing Services
Dominate Your Market, Generate Quality Leads, and Boost Revenue with Our Proven Web Design, SEO, and Digital Marketing Solutions
Welcome To
Beefy Marketing
We empower businesses with the digital tools and strategies they need to thrive in today’s competitive landscape.
We understand that your primary goals are to generate more leads, increase revenue, and establish a dominant position in your market. That’s why we focus on results-driven strategies that are designed to maximize your online visibility, attract high-quality leads, and convert them into loyal customers.
Navigating the Digital Landscape Can Be Challenging
When you partner with Beefy Marketing, you gain a trusted ally who will guide you through the ever-changing digital landscape. We stay at the forefront of industry trends and leverage cutting-edge technologies to ensure that your business remains ahead of the herd.
Beefy Marketing
Your Solution to Success
Let us help you unlock your full potential, fuel your growth, and position your business for long-term success.
Meet Your Guide to Greater Impact
With over a decade of experience across diverse industries, we’ve honed our skills to help businesses amplify their message and achieve their goals. We’re here to guide you through every step of your marketing journey.
We're not just in the business of marketing; we're in the business of helping you reclaim your time, your dreams, and your freedom.
We know that when your business thrives, you can do more of what you love. We want you to experience the thrill of adventure, just like we do.
John Kelley:
Growing up in the fire service for the last 20 years, I've learned the value of service and leadership from my years in. As a full-time firefighter and lieutenant, I’ve been in the trenches, leading teams, solving problems under pressure, and keeping my community safe. That same drive to serve and protect has shaped my approach as a marketer, where I now help government leaders and public safety agencies transform the way they connect with their communities.
I understand the unique challenges you face. As a firefighter, I’ve seen firsthand how hard it is to keep the public informed and engaged, especially when resources are stretched thin. As a marketing professional, I’ve witnessed how outdated systems and scattered communication strategies can hold organizations back. That’s why I’m passionate about leveraging tools like AI, automation, and cutting-edge marketing platforms to simplify communication, build trust, and drive efficiency in ways that make a real impact.
From streamlining community engagement for city governments to creating campaigns that strengthen public safety messaging, my mission is to make your job easier and your results stronger. Whether you're a city manager balancing tight budgets, a fire chief advocating for funding, or a marketing director trying to reach every corner of your community, I’m here to help.
Soon, I’ll be launching a newsletter packed with actionable insights, tools, and strategies to empower leaders like you. Whether you're looking to modernize your communication, increase engagement, or simply free up time to focus on what matters most, this newsletter will be your go-to resource.
Let’s connect and start a conversation about how we can work together to make your vision a reality. After all, transforming the way we communicate doesn’t just make life easier—it makes our communities stronger.
Richard Blank hired bassist Garry Gary Beers of INXS.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieGjN5H4xPQ
Small Business Origins podcast, John Kelley, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing Call Centre, BPO, Nearshore Contact Center, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business, Podcast, Gamification,Leadership, Marketing, CX, Guest, Money, B2C education, BPO trainer,call centre, contact centre, contact center,trend, trending
Richard’s journey in the call center space is filled with twists and turns. When he was 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain. A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, inducted into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business. Giving back to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
We encourage you to visit one of our call centers on your next personal vacation or business trip to Central America’s paradise, Costa Rica. While you are here, we would recommend taking an extra day of your trip to visit breathtaking virgin beaches, play golf next to the ocean, try your luck at deep sea fishing, explore tropical jungles, climb volcanos or just relax in natural hot springs. Come and see for yourself why call center outsourcing in Costa Rica is a perfect solution for your growing company and a powerhouse in the BPO industry.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
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Tomball, Texas, United States
Small Business Origins podcast. John Kelley special interview with telemarketing teacher Richard Blank.
On this podcast, John Kelley, seasoned entrepreneur and engaging storyteller, dives into the journeys of small business owners. Join him as he uncovers the inspiring, humorous, and often tough realities they face while creating distinct and impactful brands in their industries.
Hear our discussion on outbound lead generation and sales appointment calling, inbound customer support, how Richard got his start, and some best practices for effective communication on sales and support calls.
Guest Bio:
Richard Blank is the CEO and Founder of Costa Rica's Call Center, a full-service BPO call center providing lead generation, customer service, social media support and more for US companies. He founded the company 15 years ago and has grown it to over 300 seats.
Building Relationships Through the Phone Lines: Lessons from a Telemarketing Veteran feat. Richard Blank with Costa Rica's Call Center
Key Quotes:
"I believe in synergy. I believe in circles, and I also believe in the sanctity of a meal together, breaking fast, you know, feeding ourselves, making ourselves stronger." (15:37)
"Why call them gatekeepers, and why give them such a bad rap? These are the first impressions of Emerald City. As long as you understand the protocol and you can give an excellent first impression with that company name spike, you have a chance. Get them out of that trends." (41:44)
"Leaders remember small details about you, or they dress in case your mother shows up so I can go downstairs and thank her for raising such a fine young man who's been with me for 3 years." (16:39)
Main Discussion Points:
The importance of building relationships in sales, not just trying to force a sale
Techniques for effective communication and rapport building on sales and support calls
Why it's important to treat everyone in an organization with respect, not just decision makers
How to get referrals and repeat business through exceptional customer service
Why taking time to understand the local culture is key when doing business abroad
How Costa Rica’s Call Center vets clients to avoid unethical business practices
Accents and Market Perception in Business
There's a 95% literacy rate. And say what you want. If somebody has a slight accent, to me, it still bears the mark of higher education. And if you do, it's like a beauty mark. And so I think more people are becoming more accustomed towards a Latino accent in the United States than they would an Asian or a Middle Eastern. And so that has given us some leverage in regards to growing our campaigns.
Building Relationships: The Real Key Players
what we always call the gatekeeper is the one that you should make your best friend. That's the one, you know, it's not the doctor who owns the place. It's not the doctors that work there or the nurses that work there. It's the front desk receptionist, the first one that everyone sees when they enter that ER.
Richard's Journey and Philosophy on Bravery
And two months turned into four years of learning the business from the inside out, not as a C-level executive, And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring, and I had some maturity and impulse control and some capital. And little did I know, we just celebrated our 15th year in business. And so it's been a great ride of twists and turns. But I tell you what, fortune favors the brave. And if you do your due diligence and your dedicated practice, and you believe that you can put your chest out there and your best foot forward, then by all means, I think you should drink life. And I think you should go for it. You only get 100 years on this planet. If you're lucky. That's right. So you left your parents. How much family did you have here in the States that you just said, hey, I got to go? Well, it's all my family. And they live in Philadelphia and Colorado, Arizona. They're scattered. But how about this, my friend? When I was expected to study law or finance or economics, I kind of used my great-grandparents as an example. They came to the United States at the turn of the 20th century from Eastern Europe, moved to New York in the garment industry. Great-grandpa learned English. He ramped up a company. He took his chance and had his adventure. Just skipped a couple generations and I'm going south.
The Double-Edged Sword of Telemarketing
If it wasn't for the marketing side of things and making those cold calls and doing sales like I'm used to, then I would absolutely probably hate you, instead of wanting to have you on my show, but seeing it from the other side and knowing that these phone calls are being made for a reason, to make a living, to feed people, to put jobs out there for others. I think that what you do is important, but who can lie and say that they really enjoy it when they get that spam call and somebody's calling them to solicit them or sell something to them. I think all of us have kind of grown to hate that. So let's just start with exactly what it is that you do and what it is that you don't do as far as those things are concerned, you know, where the, the good and the bad is kind of mixed and some people's perceptions may be bad, but you can change our minds on that. Not a problem at all. In fact, from an educated point of view, hopefully your audience can make a decision.
https://youtu.be/NN4CoABXzFA
https://youtu.be/A_G1bl-BhHc
https://youtu.be/bmOu5zU6k9I
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Growing up in the fire service for the last 20 years, I've learned the value of service and leadership from my years in. As a full-time firefighter and lieutenant, I’ve been in the trenches, leading teams, solving problems under pressure, and keeping my community safe. That same drive to serve and protect has shaped my approach as a marketer, where I now help government leaders and public safety agencies transform the way they connect with their communities.
I understand the unique challenges you face. As a firefighter, I’ve seen firsthand how hard it is to keep the public informed and engaged, especially when resources are stretched thin. As a marketing professional, I’ve witnessed how outdated systems and scattered communication strategies can hold organizations back. That’s why I’m passionate about leveraging tools like AI, automation, and cutting-edge marketing platforms to simplify communication, build trust, and drive efficiency in ways that make a real impact.
From streamlining community engagement for city governments to creating campaigns that strengthen public safety messaging, my mission is to make your job easier and your results stronger. Whether you're a city manager balancing tight budgets, a fire chief advocating for funding, or a marketing director trying to reach every corner of your community, I’m here to help.
Soon, I’ll be launching a newsletter packed with actionable insights, tools, and strategies to empower leaders like you. Whether you're looking to modernize your communication, increase engagement, or simply free up time to focus on what matters most, this newsletter will be your go-to resource.
Let’s connect and start a conversation about how we can work together to make your vision a reality. After all, transforming the way we communicate doesn’t just make life easier—it makes our communities stronger.
Richard Blank hired bassist Garry Gary Beers of INXS.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieGjN5H4xPQ
Small Business Origins podcast, John Kelley, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing Call Centre, BPO, Nearshore Contact Center, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business, Podcast, Gamification,Leadership, Marketing, CX, Guest, Money, B2C education, BPO trainer,call centre, contact centre, contact center,trend, trending
Richard’s journey in the call center space is filled with twists and turns. When he was 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain. A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, inducted into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business. Giving back to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
We encourage you to visit one of our call centers on your next personal vacation or business trip to Central America’s paradise, Costa Rica. While you are here, we would recommend taking an extra day of your trip to visit breathtaking virgin beaches, play golf next to the ocean, try your luck at deep sea fishing, explore tropical jungles, climb volcanos or just relax in natural hot springs. Come and see for yourself why call center outsourcing in Costa Rica is a perfect solution for your growing company and a powerhouse in the BPO industry.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
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Tomball, Texas, United States
Small Business Origins podcast. John Kelley special interview with telemarketing teacher Richard Blank.
On this podcast, John Kelley, seasoned entrepreneur and engaging storyteller, dives into the journeys of small business owners. Join him as he uncovers the inspiring, humorous, and often tough realities they face while creating distinct and impactful brands in their industries.
Hear our discussion on outbound lead generation and sales appointment calling, inbound customer support, how Richard got his start, and some best practices for effective communication on sales and support calls.
Guest Bio:
Richard Blank is the CEO and Founder of Costa Rica's Call Center, a full-service BPO call center providing lead generation, customer service, social media support and more for US companies. He founded the company 15 years ago and has grown it to over 300 seats.
Building Relationships Through the Phone Lines: Lessons from a Telemarketing Veteran feat. Richard Blank with Costa Rica's Call Center
Key Quotes:
"I believe in synergy. I believe in circles, and I also believe in the sanctity of a meal together, breaking fast, you know, feeding ourselves, making ourselves stronger." (15:37)
"Why call them gatekeepers, and why give them such a bad rap? These are the first impressions of Emerald City. As long as you understand the protocol and you can give an excellent first impression with that company name spike, you have a chance. Get them out of that trends." (41:44)
"Leaders remember small details about you, or they dress in case your mother shows up so I can go downstairs and thank her for raising such a fine young man who's been with me for 3 years." (16:39)
Main Discussion Points:
The importance of building relationships in sales, not just trying to force a sale
Techniques for effective communication and rapport building on sales and support calls
Why it's important to treat everyone in an organization with respect, not just decision makers
How to get referrals and repeat business through exceptional customer service
Why taking time to understand the local culture is key when doing business abroad
How Costa Rica’s Call Center vets clients to avoid unethical business practices
Accents and Market Perception in Business
There's a 95% literacy rate. And say what you want. If somebody has a slight accent, to me, it still bears the mark of higher education. And if you do, it's like a beauty mark. And so I think more people are becoming more accustomed towards a Latino accent in the United States than they would an Asian or a Middle Eastern. And so that has given us some leverage in regards to growing our campaigns.
Building Relationships: The Real Key Players
what we always call the gatekeeper is the one that you should make your best friend. That's the one, you know, it's not the doctor who owns the place. It's not the doctors that work there or the nurses that work there. It's the front desk receptionist, the first one that everyone sees when they enter that ER.
Richard's Journey and Philosophy on Bravery
And two months turned into four years of learning the business from the inside out, not as a C-level executive, And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring, and I had some maturity and impulse control and some capital. And little did I know, we just celebrated our 15th year in business. And so it's been a great ride of twists and turns. But I tell you what, fortune favors the brave. And if you do your due diligence and your dedicated practice, and you believe that you can put your chest out there and your best foot forward, then by all means, I think you should drink life. And I think you should go for it. You only get 100 years on this planet. If you're lucky. That's right. So you left your parents. How much family did you have here in the States that you just said, hey, I got to go? Well, it's all my family. And they live in Philadelphia and Colorado, Arizona. They're scattered. But how about this, my friend? When I was expected to study law or finance or economics, I kind of used my great-grandparents as an example. They came to the United States at the turn of the 20th century from Eastern Europe, moved to New York in the garment industry. Great-grandpa learned English. He ramped up a company. He took his chance and had his adventure. Just skipped a couple generations and I'm going south.
The Double-Edged Sword of Telemarketing
If it wasn't for the marketing side of things and making those cold calls and doing sales like I'm used to, then I would absolutely probably hate you, instead of wanting to have you on my show, but seeing it from the other side and knowing that these phone calls are being made for a reason, to make a living, to feed people, to put jobs out there for others. I think that what you do is important, but who can lie and say that they really enjoy it when they get that spam call and somebody's calling them to solicit them or sell something to them. I think all of us have kind of grown to hate that. So let's just start with exactly what it is that you do and what it is that you don't do as far as those things are concerned, you know, where the, the good and the bad is kind of mixed and some people's perceptions may be bad, but you can change our minds on that. Not a problem at all. In fact, from an educated point of view, hopefully your audience can make a decision.
https://youtu.be/NN4CoABXzFA
https://youtu.be/A_G1bl-BhHc
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Navigating the Digital Landscape Can Be Challenging
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Let us help you unlock your full potential, fuel your growth, and position your business for long-term success.
Meet Your Guide to Greater Impact
With over a decade of experience across diverse industries, we’ve honed our skills to help businesses amplify their message and achieve their goals. We’re here to guide you through every step of your marketing journey.
We're not just in the business of marketing; we're in the business of helping you reclaim your time, your dreams, and your freedom.
We know that when your business thrives, you can do more of what you love. We want you to experience the thrill of adventure, just like we do.
John Kelley:
Growing up in the fire service for the last 20 years, I've learned the value of service and leadership from my years in. As a full-time firefighter and lieutenant, I’ve been in the trenches, leading teams, solving problems under pressure, and keeping my community safe. That same drive to serve and protect has shaped my approach as a marketer, where I now help government leaders and public safety agencies transform the way they connect with their communities.
I understand the unique challenges you face. As a firefighter, I’ve seen firsthand how hard it is to keep the public informed and engaged, especially when resources are stretched thin. As a marketing professional, I’ve witnessed how outdated systems and scattered communication strategies can hold organizations back. That’s why I’m passionate about leveraging tools like AI, automation, and cutting-edge marketing platforms to simplify communication, build trust, and drive efficiency in ways that make a real impact.
From streamlining community engagement for city governments to creating campaigns that strengthen public safety messaging, my mission is to make your job easier and your results stronger. Whether you're a city manager balancing tight budgets, a fire chief advocating for funding, or a marketing director trying to reach every corner of your community, I’m here to help.
Soon, I’ll be launching a newsletter packed with actionable insights, tools, and strategies to empower leaders like you. Whether you're looking to modernize your communication, increase engagement, or simply free up time to focus on what matters most, this newsletter will be your go-to resource.
Let’s connect and start a conversation about how we can work together to make your vision a reality. After all, transforming the way we communicate doesn’t just make life easier—it makes our communities stronger.
Richard Blank hired bassist Garry Gary Beers of INXS.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieGjN5H4xPQ
Small Business Origins podcast, John Kelley, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing Call Centre, BPO, Nearshore Contact Center, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business, Podcast, Gamification,Leadership, Marketing, CX, Guest, Money, B2C education, BPO trainer,call centre, contact centre, contact center,trend, trending
Richard’s journey in the call center space is filled with twists and turns. When he was 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain. A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, inducted into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business. Giving back to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
We encourage you to visit one of our call centers on your next personal vacation or business trip to Central America’s paradise, Costa Rica. While you are here, we would recommend taking an extra day of your trip to visit breathtaking virgin beaches, play golf next to the ocean, try your luck at deep sea fishing, explore tropical jungles, climb volcanos or just relax in natural hot springs. Come and see for yourself why call center outsourcing in Costa Rica is a perfect solution for your growing company and a powerhouse in the BPO industry.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
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Having rescued Hoover, Riff, Thick, and Shrap, Sarge is informed by Colonel Grimm that Plastro sent an ultimatum to the Green nation: "Surrender or be destroyed." The only option for the Greens is for Hawk to destroy the last remaining portal, but there is a problem: this remains in the most guarded corner of Fort Plastro...
FMV Mod for Army Men: Sarge's Heroes in Sega Dreamcast, adding the video cutscenes.
Sarge's Heroes is a third-person shooting video game developed and published by The 3DO Company for Nintendo 64 in North America on September 28, 1999 and April 14, 2000 in Europe. The player normally controls Sarge Hawk, a sergeant of the Green Army and fights against the evil General Plastro and the Tan Army. The story is the eternal racial war between the Greens and the Tas. This is 3DO's grand attempt to incorporate a recognizable brand into the Army Men franchise. Establish a main cast, updating the generic "Sarge" from the original series to a strongman Sarge Hawk, giving him a squad, a girlfriend and an officer at the helm. It is a very successful launch, despite the fact that Jim Cummings only gives the voice to each male character, resulting quite convincing. This game helped to bring the franchise further to the subseries Sarge's Heroes. Both armies are named after the usual colors of plastic toy army men.
There are two player modes: Campaign and BootCamp, in addition to the Multiplayer mode. In multiplayer mode from 2 to 4 players, players choose their character, faction (color) and difficulty.
The campaign of a player is the main mode of Sarge's Heroes. The player travels through various missions, completing objectives, killing enemies, destroying vehicles and rescuing plastic allies.
The BootCamp is a training level where the player learns the controls. It consists of training areas for all weapons, an obstacle course and a "real fire track".
Exclusive to the PS1 version of the game are the fully animated prerendered scenes, which the Nintendo 64 lacks, thanks to the limited space in the cartridges. Even the Dreamcast version, which is nothing more than an improved copy of the N64, stuck to the pantomime narration in the engine instead of the CGI-animated FMV films.
On N64 you don't have to deal with the clumsy physics and poor collision detection of PS1, even though N64 it's not perfect, it's just much better. DC is not much different to N64, but something worse. It's positive that the lack of verticality of PS1 and PC is not present in N64 and DC, because it adds a whole new dimension to the missions. The N64 version was not optimal in terms of its controls, but it was not as bad as Playstation 1 and PC.
Even though the Army Men games had already established a formula for their third-person shooting games with Army Men 3D, Sarge's Heroes deviates a lot, completely overhauling almost every aspect. The camera perspective, the detail, the movement, the animation; everything has been changed to allow for a faster and less deliberate pace. Sarge Hawk can also jump, which allows for a little climbing on platforms. Pero lo worst is the time it takes the camera that follows the player to adjust itself again, so that the view that we have ahead is not so disconcertingly vacillating.
The worse: the Dreamcast version has a total absence of pilotable vehicles. Only the Playstation and PC version has some tanks.
The Dreamcast version is the same than N64, only with better graphics, textures, character design and voice acting included, which is why Dreamcast is probably the best version (except that the FMV is missing here too).
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Amplifying Leadership Podcast by Tara Lehman. Twin Life Coaching & Business Services guest Richard Blank
Our Amplifying Leadership podcast is where we talk about all the ways to make leadership great through our guest stories, tips, information, wins and challenges too! We will discuss all aspects of leadership and how to build great leaders or leaders-to-be. From communication, authenticity, growth, learning from mistakes, to understanding our different points of view, this podcast will broaden your horizons and allow you to hear from other leaders who you just may resonate with too. Enjoy!
In this episode, Richard Blank a speaker, trainer, CEO of Costa Rica’s Call Centre, and I talk about many communication topics from conflict management, to the art of speech, empathy, and much more! Enjoy!
Richard Blank appeared in an episode of the Amplifying Leadership podcast titled "From Cubical to Leadership". The podcast covers topics such as: Communication, Change management, Building teams and employees, and Professional development.
https://youtu.be/5O61NBkqUbA
https://youtu.be/vTPLnd48FCQ
https://youtu.be/_xbWJ3n8s5A
https://youtu.be/rKqxIZnMnqM
https://youtu.be/LxD-d_8YLHo
https://youtu.be/_LavDP4y-5k
https://youtu.be/1j-GLTQ70XQ
Expectations and Disappointments
I get disappointed more than I do angry. And I expect the most of people. So I give them the benefit of the doubt. And the majority of the people stepped up to the plate and shined and shed some skin and really showed me the best.
Leadership Authenticity and Strategic Communication
Because if I kicked and cried like a baby in front of a hundred people, they'd laugh at me. They wouldn't respect. On the flip side, my friend, I'm also a human being. So I want them to see the passionate, true side of a man that's fighting for this. And so I'm not like what you see in the movies or out of Hollywood. I will sit down and break bread with you. I will play pinball together. And I'll not correct your grammar, but I'll make suggestions to make your rhetoric more diplomatic and strategic. I will power up your vocabulary, replace words like help and use assistant guide and LinkedIn and say for my clarification compared to, excuse me, we can, Tara, we can readjust tones. And so by doing so, these individuals will be able to have that much more balance in their work.
Perspective on Learning Challenges
I put fear into perspective. You, my friend, studied French as I Spanish, as they did English, amongst other languages. So why don't we say that learning a second language is 10 times harder than any account that I'm going to put you on. Right. Okay. Okay. To me, you're like, yeah, you're right. I know I'm right. So everyone calms down.
Strategic Connection-Building
You can feel good about yourself, even if it is, yeah, but Richard, I didn't make money today. Okay, well, did you write a composition? Did you do your due diligence and look at a LinkedIn profile and a website? Did you find some clues and some goodies out there where you can anchor with the person? And if you're sending an email or leaving a voicemail, you make it tailor-made
The Basics of Manners and Respect
I didn't really know the whole playbook. but I did know about manners and respect. And you must say goodbye before leaving a party and ask permission before taking a beverage and make sure to write thank you notes. And if you're not showing up on time, calling and being courteous of people's times. And I don't know about you, but that's just the checklist of the basics
Vulnerability and Transparency in Leadership
I believe in no surprises. If you're vulnerable, it only makes you powerful. And so if you try to cover something up or you make it latent or you, it doesn't work that way. right foundation is strength and so character is judged during chaos taryn so the best long-term relationships i've had with clients have been when i've discussed in the forthright manner prior to a contract things that may happen right possible attrition rate or maybe um you know training resources hiccups But on the flip side, you know, if you are proactive and I call and let you know that Billy quit today because Amazon hired him, but we already have three people in training, they should be on the phone in two hours
Tara Lehman:
Empowering Leaders & Business Owners to Drive Success Through Transformative Conversations & Collaborative Growth | Partner, Coach, Consultant, Trainer, Speaker
Empowering Leaders and Business Owners to Achieve Excellence.
Having worked in many different facets of the business world, I found that a few things that resonated with me and my values. I always work towards being respectful, non-judgmental, accepting diversity in all we do, and building leaders and teams that function above expectations.
I am a person who loves to teach, speak, collaborate, and learn from others. This lead me to my full employment journey. Is the journey done yet? Never is. I continue to learn, grow, and develop myself - I create my path forward one step at a time.
My Mission:
I am a leader, coach, facilitator, consultant. and speaker who aspires to help individuals, leaders, and organizations to embrace change, harness their strengths, and cultivate inclusivity, in order to find happiness with their choices in life, career and/or business.
I also like to see myself as a specialist in 'Gap Analysis' where I help close the gap between personal/business goals and tangible results.
Explore My Services:
Coaching and Consulting - www.twinlifecoaching.ca
Leadership Services - www.amplifyingleadership.ca
My mantra (quote):
"Failure is transformational.
Listen to it.
Learn from it.
Grow because of it."
-Tara Lehman
A Bit About Me:
When I’m not coaching, you’ll find me enjoying 80's and 90's music, puzzling, or hiking.
I’m passionate about professional development and believe in the power of lifelong learning.
Build Your Leaders (for businesses)
Leadership coaching is a great way to build your new or seasoned leaders. Whether they need help with leadership skills or stress, we are here to coach them to success.
If you have more than 1 leader who requires coaching or mentoring, we offer corporate discounts based on contracted coaching hours per month.Leadership and Business Coaching Packages
Don't fit into our specialty programs or don't need all the extras? No problem. We offer leadership coaching tailored to your unique needs.
Build Your Leaders (for businesses)
Leadership coaching is a great way to build your new or seasoned leaders. Whether they need help with leadership skills or stress, we are here to coach them to success
Leadership and Business Coaching Packages
Don't fit into our specialty programs or don't need all the extras? No problem. We offer leadership coaching tailored to your unique needs.
Essentials Package: 3 month package that includes up to 12 hours of coaching
Fundamentals Package: 6 month package that includes up to 24 coaching sessions OR up to 12 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Transformation Package: 9 month package that includes up to 36 coaching sessions OR up to 24 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Comprehensive Package: 12 month package that includes up to 48 coaching sessions OR up to 36 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Foundations of Leadership Course
We have you and / or your team covered in our Foundations of Leadership course.
A 12 week program (1 to 1.5 hours per week) to bring you a the basics of leadership.
What do we cover?
1 – Introduction and Leader vs Manager
2 – How to connect in the industry, company, strategy, employees
3 – Communication 1
4 – Communication 2
5 – Coaching employees
6 – Development of you and your employees
7 – Team development
8 – Change Management
9 – Goal Setting 1
10 – Goal Setting 2
11 – Self-care / Stress Management
12 – Time Management and Organization
RISE TO LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Unlock your leadership potential with our dynamic monthly series! From mastering goal-setting and effective communication to building high-performing teams, navigating change, and managing time like a pro, each session equips you with practical skills to lead confidently and inspire success.
A 6-module small group program designed to help new leaders, leaders-to-be or seasoned leaders looking for a refresher:
Develop key leadership skills through training
Overcome your challenges through leadership coaching
Be accountable to your leadership goals through accountability and Q&A sessions
Provide you resources and tools to enhance your leadership skills
Encourage community and collaboration through networking opportunities
What’s in it for you?
Every other week is up to 1.5 hours of group leadership training through engaging conversation and discussion
Every other week is up to 1.5 hours of group coaching to hold you accountable to your goals, and a Q&A
1:1 Leadership call with Tara 1 time per month for the 6 months of the program
Access to our Amplifying Leadership community
Your own LinkedIn group to share and network to help each other grow and thrive
Free access to recordings just in case you miss a week. NOTE: if all participants do not agree to sessions being recorded, then this will not be available. Recordings will be private to this group only.
Discounts on coaching programs
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#TaraLehman #AmplifyingLeadershipPodcast #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #smallbusinesschronicles #successfulquitterspodcast #Saranunezbee
Tara Lehman, Amplifying Leadership Podcast, Richard Blank,Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
Amplifying Leadership Podcast by Tara Lehman. Twin Life Coaching & Business Services guest Richard Blank
Our Amplifying Leadership podcast is where we talk about all the ways to make leadership great through our guest stories, tips, information, wins and challenges too! We will discuss all aspects of leadership and how to build great leaders or leaders-to-be. From communication, authenticity, growth, learning from mistakes, to understanding our different points of view, this podcast will broaden your horizons and allow you to hear from other leaders who you just may resonate with too. Enjoy!
In this episode, Richard Blank a speaker, trainer, CEO of Costa Rica’s Call Centre, and I talk about many communication topics from conflict management, to the art of speech, empathy, and much more! Enjoy!
Richard Blank appeared in an episode of the Amplifying Leadership podcast titled "From Cubical to Leadership". The podcast covers topics such as: Communication, Change management, Building teams and employees, and Professional development.
https://youtu.be/5O61NBkqUbA
https://youtu.be/vTPLnd48FCQ
https://youtu.be/_xbWJ3n8s5A
https://youtu.be/rKqxIZnMnqM
https://youtu.be/LxD-d_8YLHo
https://youtu.be/_LavDP4y-5k
https://youtu.be/1j-GLTQ70XQ
Expectations and Disappointments
I get disappointed more than I do angry. And I expect the most of people. So I give them the benefit of the doubt. And the majority of the people stepped up to the plate and shined and shed some skin and really showed me the best.
Leadership Authenticity and Strategic Communication
Because if I kicked and cried like a baby in front of a hundred people, they'd laugh at me. They wouldn't respect. On the flip side, my friend, I'm also a human being. So I want them to see the passionate, true side of a man that's fighting for this. And so I'm not like what you see in the movies or out of Hollywood. I will sit down and break bread with you. I will play pinball together. And I'll not correct your grammar, but I'll make suggestions to make your rhetoric more diplomatic and strategic. I will power up your vocabulary, replace words like help and use assistant guide and LinkedIn and say for my clarification compared to, excuse me, we can, Tara, we can readjust tones. And so by doing so, these individuals will be able to have that much more balance in their work.
Perspective on Learning Challenges
I put fear into perspective. You, my friend, studied French as I Spanish, as they did English, amongst other languages. So why don't we say that learning a second language is 10 times harder than any account that I'm going to put you on. Right. Okay. Okay. To me, you're like, yeah, you're right. I know I'm right. So everyone calms down.
Strategic Connection-Building
You can feel good about yourself, even if it is, yeah, but Richard, I didn't make money today. Okay, well, did you write a composition? Did you do your due diligence and look at a LinkedIn profile and a website? Did you find some clues and some goodies out there where you can anchor with the person? And if you're sending an email or leaving a voicemail, you make it tailor-made
The Basics of Manners and Respect
I didn't really know the whole playbook. but I did know about manners and respect. And you must say goodbye before leaving a party and ask permission before taking a beverage and make sure to write thank you notes. And if you're not showing up on time, calling and being courteous of people's times. And I don't know about you, but that's just the checklist of the basics
Vulnerability and Transparency in Leadership
I believe in no surprises. If you're vulnerable, it only makes you powerful. And so if you try to cover something up or you make it latent or you, it doesn't work that way. right foundation is strength and so character is judged during chaos taryn so the best long-term relationships i've had with clients have been when i've discussed in the forthright manner prior to a contract things that may happen right possible attrition rate or maybe um you know training resources hiccups But on the flip side, you know, if you are proactive and I call and let you know that Billy quit today because Amazon hired him, but we already have three people in training, they should be on the phone in two hours
Tara Lehman:
Empowering Leaders & Business Owners to Drive Success Through Transformative Conversations & Collaborative Growth | Partner, Coach, Consultant, Trainer, Speaker
Empowering Leaders and Business Owners to Achieve Excellence.
Having worked in many different facets of the business world, I found that a few things that resonated with me and my values. I always work towards being respectful, non-judgmental, accepting diversity in all we do, and building leaders and teams that function above expectations.
I am a person who loves to teach, speak, collaborate, and learn from others. This lead me to my full employment journey. Is the journey done yet? Never is. I continue to learn, grow, and develop myself - I create my path forward one step at a time.
My Mission:
I am a leader, coach, facilitator, consultant. and speaker who aspires to help individuals, leaders, and organizations to embrace change, harness their strengths, and cultivate inclusivity, in order to find happiness with their choices in life, career and/or business.
I also like to see myself as a specialist in 'Gap Analysis' where I help close the gap between personal/business goals and tangible results.
Explore My Services:
Coaching and Consulting - www.twinlifecoaching.ca
Leadership Services - www.amplifyingleadership.ca
My mantra (quote):
"Failure is transformational.
Listen to it.
Learn from it.
Grow because of it."
-Tara Lehman
A Bit About Me:
When I’m not coaching, you’ll find me enjoying 80's and 90's music, puzzling, or hiking.
I’m passionate about professional development and believe in the power of lifelong learning.
Build Your Leaders (for businesses)
Leadership coaching is a great way to build your new or seasoned leaders. Whether they need help with leadership skills or stress, we are here to coach them to success.
If you have more than 1 leader who requires coaching or mentoring, we offer corporate discounts based on contracted coaching hours per month.Leadership and Business Coaching Packages
Don't fit into our specialty programs or don't need all the extras? No problem. We offer leadership coaching tailored to your unique needs.
Build Your Leaders (for businesses)
Leadership coaching is a great way to build your new or seasoned leaders. Whether they need help with leadership skills or stress, we are here to coach them to success
Leadership and Business Coaching Packages
Don't fit into our specialty programs or don't need all the extras? No problem. We offer leadership coaching tailored to your unique needs.
Essentials Package: 3 month package that includes up to 12 hours of coaching
Fundamentals Package: 6 month package that includes up to 24 coaching sessions OR up to 12 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Transformation Package: 9 month package that includes up to 36 coaching sessions OR up to 24 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Comprehensive Package: 12 month package that includes up to 48 coaching sessions OR up to 36 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Foundations of Leadership Course
We have you and / or your team covered in our Foundations of Leadership course.
A 12 week program (1 to 1.5 hours per week) to bring you a the basics of leadership.
What do we cover?
1 – Introduction and Leader vs Manager
2 – How to connect in the industry, company, strategy, employees
3 – Communication 1
4 – Communication 2
5 – Coaching employees
6 – Development of you and your employees
7 – Team development
8 – Change Management
9 – Goal Setting 1
10 – Goal Setting 2
11 – Self-care / Stress Management
12 – Time Management and Organization
RISE TO LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Unlock your leadership potential with our dynamic monthly series! From mastering goal-setting and effective communication to building high-performing teams, navigating change, and managing time like a pro, each session equips you with practical skills to lead confidently and inspire success.
A 6-module small group program designed to help new leaders, leaders-to-be or seasoned leaders looking for a refresher:
Develop key leadership skills through training
Overcome your challenges through leadership coaching
Be accountable to your leadership goals through accountability and Q&A sessions
Provide you resources and tools to enhance your leadership skills
Encourage community and collaboration through networking opportunities
What’s in it for you?
Every other week is up to 1.5 hours of group leadership training through engaging conversation and discussion
Every other week is up to 1.5 hours of group coaching to hold you accountable to your goals, and a Q&A
1:1 Leadership call with Tara 1 time per month for the 6 months of the program
Access to our Amplifying Leadership community
Your own LinkedIn group to share and network to help each other grow and thrive
Free access to recordings just in case you miss a week. NOTE: if all participants do not agree to sessions being recorded, then this will not be available. Recordings will be private to this group only.
Discounts on coaching programs
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#TaraLehman #AmplifyingLeadershipPodcast #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #smallbusinesschronicles #successfulquitterspodcast #Saranunezbee
Tara Lehman, Amplifying Leadership Podcast, Richard Blank,Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
Amplifying Leadership Podcast by Tara Lehman. Twin Life Coaching & Business Services guest Richard Blank
Our Amplifying Leadership podcast is where we talk about all the ways to make leadership great through our guest stories, tips, information, wins and challenges too! We will discuss all aspects of leadership and how to build great leaders or leaders-to-be. From communication, authenticity, growth, learning from mistakes, to understanding our different points of view, this podcast will broaden your horizons and allow you to hear from other leaders who you just may resonate with too. Enjoy!
In this episode, Richard Blank a speaker, trainer, CEO of Costa Rica’s Call Centre, and I talk about many communication topics from conflict management, to the art of speech, empathy, and much more! Enjoy!
Richard Blank appeared in an episode of the Amplifying Leadership podcast titled "From Cubical to Leadership". The podcast covers topics such as: Communication, Change management, Building teams and employees, and Professional development.
https://youtu.be/5O61NBkqUbA
https://youtu.be/vTPLnd48FCQ
https://youtu.be/_xbWJ3n8s5A
https://youtu.be/rKqxIZnMnqM
https://youtu.be/LxD-d_8YLHo
https://youtu.be/_LavDP4y-5k
https://youtu.be/1j-GLTQ70XQ
Expectations and Disappointments
I get disappointed more than I do angry. And I expect the most of people. So I give them the benefit of the doubt. And the majority of the people stepped up to the plate and shined and shed some skin and really showed me the best.
Leadership Authenticity and Strategic Communication
Because if I kicked and cried like a baby in front of a hundred people, they'd laugh at me. They wouldn't respect. On the flip side, my friend, I'm also a human being. So I want them to see the passionate, true side of a man that's fighting for this. And so I'm not like what you see in the movies or out of Hollywood. I will sit down and break bread with you. I will play pinball together. And I'll not correct your grammar, but I'll make suggestions to make your rhetoric more diplomatic and strategic. I will power up your vocabulary, replace words like help and use assistant guide and LinkedIn and say for my clarification compared to, excuse me, we can, Tara, we can readjust tones. And so by doing so, these individuals will be able to have that much more balance in their work.
Perspective on Learning Challenges
I put fear into perspective. You, my friend, studied French as I Spanish, as they did English, amongst other languages. So why don't we say that learning a second language is 10 times harder than any account that I'm going to put you on. Right. Okay. Okay. To me, you're like, yeah, you're right. I know I'm right. So everyone calms down.
Strategic Connection-Building
You can feel good about yourself, even if it is, yeah, but Richard, I didn't make money today. Okay, well, did you write a composition? Did you do your due diligence and look at a LinkedIn profile and a website? Did you find some clues and some goodies out there where you can anchor with the person? And if you're sending an email or leaving a voicemail, you make it tailor-made
The Basics of Manners and Respect
I didn't really know the whole playbook. but I did know about manners and respect. And you must say goodbye before leaving a party and ask permission before taking a beverage and make sure to write thank you notes. And if you're not showing up on time, calling and being courteous of people's times. And I don't know about you, but that's just the checklist of the basics
Vulnerability and Transparency in Leadership
I believe in no surprises. If you're vulnerable, it only makes you powerful. And so if you try to cover something up or you make it latent or you, it doesn't work that way. right foundation is strength and so character is judged during chaos taryn so the best long-term relationships i've had with clients have been when i've discussed in the forthright manner prior to a contract things that may happen right possible attrition rate or maybe um you know training resources hiccups But on the flip side, you know, if you are proactive and I call and let you know that Billy quit today because Amazon hired him, but we already have three people in training, they should be on the phone in two hours
Tara Lehman:
Empowering Leaders & Business Owners to Drive Success Through Transformative Conversations & Collaborative Growth | Partner, Coach, Consultant, Trainer, Speaker
Empowering Leaders and Business Owners to Achieve Excellence.
Having worked in many different facets of the business world, I found that a few things that resonated with me and my values. I always work towards being respectful, non-judgmental, accepting diversity in all we do, and building leaders and teams that function above expectations.
I am a person who loves to teach, speak, collaborate, and learn from others. This lead me to my full employment journey. Is the journey done yet? Never is. I continue to learn, grow, and develop myself - I create my path forward one step at a time.
My Mission:
I am a leader, coach, facilitator, consultant. and speaker who aspires to help individuals, leaders, and organizations to embrace change, harness their strengths, and cultivate inclusivity, in order to find happiness with their choices in life, career and/or business.
I also like to see myself as a specialist in 'Gap Analysis' where I help close the gap between personal/business goals and tangible results.
Explore My Services:
Coaching and Consulting - www.twinlifecoaching.ca
Leadership Services - www.amplifyingleadership.ca
My mantra (quote):
"Failure is transformational.
Listen to it.
Learn from it.
Grow because of it."
-Tara Lehman
A Bit About Me:
When I’m not coaching, you’ll find me enjoying 80's and 90's music, puzzling, or hiking.
I’m passionate about professional development and believe in the power of lifelong learning.
Build Your Leaders (for businesses)
Leadership coaching is a great way to build your new or seasoned leaders. Whether they need help with leadership skills or stress, we are here to coach them to success.
If you have more than 1 leader who requires coaching or mentoring, we offer corporate discounts based on contracted coaching hours per month.Leadership and Business Coaching Packages
Don't fit into our specialty programs or don't need all the extras? No problem. We offer leadership coaching tailored to your unique needs.
Build Your Leaders (for businesses)
Leadership coaching is a great way to build your new or seasoned leaders. Whether they need help with leadership skills or stress, we are here to coach them to success
Leadership and Business Coaching Packages
Don't fit into our specialty programs or don't need all the extras? No problem. We offer leadership coaching tailored to your unique needs.
Essentials Package: 3 month package that includes up to 12 hours of coaching
Fundamentals Package: 6 month package that includes up to 24 coaching sessions OR up to 12 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Transformation Package: 9 month package that includes up to 36 coaching sessions OR up to 24 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Comprehensive Package: 12 month package that includes up to 48 coaching sessions OR up to 36 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Foundations of Leadership Course
We have you and / or your team covered in our Foundations of Leadership course.
A 12 week program (1 to 1.5 hours per week) to bring you a the basics of leadership.
What do we cover?
1 – Introduction and Leader vs Manager
2 – How to connect in the industry, company, strategy, employees
3 – Communication 1
4 – Communication 2
5 – Coaching employees
6 – Development of you and your employees
7 – Team development
8 – Change Management
9 – Goal Setting 1
10 – Goal Setting 2
11 – Self-care / Stress Management
12 – Time Management and Organization
RISE TO LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Unlock your leadership potential with our dynamic monthly series! From mastering goal-setting and effective communication to building high-performing teams, navigating change, and managing time like a pro, each session equips you with practical skills to lead confidently and inspire success.
A 6-module small group program designed to help new leaders, leaders-to-be or seasoned leaders looking for a refresher:
Develop key leadership skills through training
Overcome your challenges through leadership coaching
Be accountable to your leadership goals through accountability and Q&A sessions
Provide you resources and tools to enhance your leadership skills
Encourage community and collaboration through networking opportunities
What’s in it for you?
Every other week is up to 1.5 hours of group leadership training through engaging conversation and discussion
Every other week is up to 1.5 hours of group coaching to hold you accountable to your goals, and a Q&A
1:1 Leadership call with Tara 1 time per month for the 6 months of the program
Access to our Amplifying Leadership community
Your own LinkedIn group to share and network to help each other grow and thrive
Free access to recordings just in case you miss a week. NOTE: if all participants do not agree to sessions being recorded, then this will not be available. Recordings will be private to this group only.
Discounts on coaching programs
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#TaraLehman #AmplifyingLeadershipPodcast #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #smallbusinesschronicles #successfulquitterspodcast #Saranunezbee
Tara Lehman, Amplifying Leadership Podcast, Richard Blank,Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
Amplifying Leadership Podcast by Tara Lehman. Twin Life Coaching & Business Services guest Richard Blank
Our Amplifying Leadership podcast is where we talk about all the ways to make leadership great through our guest stories, tips, information, wins and challenges too! We will discuss all aspects of leadership and how to build great leaders or leaders-to-be. From communication, authenticity, growth, learning from mistakes, to understanding our different points of view, this podcast will broaden your horizons and allow you to hear from other leaders who you just may resonate with too. Enjoy!
In this episode, Richard Blank a speaker, trainer, CEO of Costa Rica’s Call Centre, and I talk about many communication topics from conflict management, to the art of speech, empathy, and much more! Enjoy!
Richard Blank appeared in an episode of the Amplifying Leadership podcast titled "From Cubical to Leadership". The podcast covers topics such as: Communication, Change management, Building teams and employees, and Professional development.
https://youtu.be/5O61NBkqUbA
https://youtu.be/vTPLnd48FCQ
https://youtu.be/_xbWJ3n8s5A
https://youtu.be/rKqxIZnMnqM
https://youtu.be/LxD-d_8YLHo
https://youtu.be/_LavDP4y-5k
https://youtu.be/1j-GLTQ70XQ
Expectations and Disappointments
I get disappointed more than I do angry. And I expect the most of people. So I give them the benefit of the doubt. And the majority of the people stepped up to the plate and shined and shed some skin and really showed me the best.
Leadership Authenticity and Strategic Communication
Because if I kicked and cried like a baby in front of a hundred people, they'd laugh at me. They wouldn't respect. On the flip side, my friend, I'm also a human being. So I want them to see the passionate, true side of a man that's fighting for this. And so I'm not like what you see in the movies or out of Hollywood. I will sit down and break bread with you. I will play pinball together. And I'll not correct your grammar, but I'll make suggestions to make your rhetoric more diplomatic and strategic. I will power up your vocabulary, replace words like help and use assistant guide and LinkedIn and say for my clarification compared to, excuse me, we can, Tara, we can readjust tones. And so by doing so, these individuals will be able to have that much more balance in their work.
Perspective on Learning Challenges
I put fear into perspective. You, my friend, studied French as I Spanish, as they did English, amongst other languages. So why don't we say that learning a second language is 10 times harder than any account that I'm going to put you on. Right. Okay. Okay. To me, you're like, yeah, you're right. I know I'm right. So everyone calms down.
Strategic Connection-Building
You can feel good about yourself, even if it is, yeah, but Richard, I didn't make money today. Okay, well, did you write a composition? Did you do your due diligence and look at a LinkedIn profile and a website? Did you find some clues and some goodies out there where you can anchor with the person? And if you're sending an email or leaving a voicemail, you make it tailor-made
The Basics of Manners and Respect
I didn't really know the whole playbook. but I did know about manners and respect. And you must say goodbye before leaving a party and ask permission before taking a beverage and make sure to write thank you notes. And if you're not showing up on time, calling and being courteous of people's times. And I don't know about you, but that's just the checklist of the basics
Vulnerability and Transparency in Leadership
I believe in no surprises. If you're vulnerable, it only makes you powerful. And so if you try to cover something up or you make it latent or you, it doesn't work that way. right foundation is strength and so character is judged during chaos taryn so the best long-term relationships i've had with clients have been when i've discussed in the forthright manner prior to a contract things that may happen right possible attrition rate or maybe um you know training resources hiccups But on the flip side, you know, if you are proactive and I call and let you know that Billy quit today because Amazon hired him, but we already have three people in training, they should be on the phone in two hours
Tara Lehman:
Empowering Leaders & Business Owners to Drive Success Through Transformative Conversations & Collaborative Growth | Partner, Coach, Consultant, Trainer, Speaker
Empowering Leaders and Business Owners to Achieve Excellence.
Having worked in many different facets of the business world, I found that a few things that resonated with me and my values. I always work towards being respectful, non-judgmental, accepting diversity in all we do, and building leaders and teams that function above expectations.
I am a person who loves to teach, speak, collaborate, and learn from others. This lead me to my full employment journey. Is the journey done yet? Never is. I continue to learn, grow, and develop myself - I create my path forward one step at a time.
My Mission:
I am a leader, coach, facilitator, consultant. and speaker who aspires to help individuals, leaders, and organizations to embrace change, harness their strengths, and cultivate inclusivity, in order to find happiness with their choices in life, career and/or business.
I also like to see myself as a specialist in 'Gap Analysis' where I help close the gap between personal/business goals and tangible results.
Explore My Services:
Coaching and Consulting - www.twinlifecoaching.ca
Leadership Services - www.amplifyingleadership.ca
My mantra (quote):
"Failure is transformational.
Listen to it.
Learn from it.
Grow because of it."
-Tara Lehman
A Bit About Me:
When I’m not coaching, you’ll find me enjoying 80's and 90's music, puzzling, or hiking.
I’m passionate about professional development and believe in the power of lifelong learning.
Build Your Leaders (for businesses)
Leadership coaching is a great way to build your new or seasoned leaders. Whether they need help with leadership skills or stress, we are here to coach them to success.
If you have more than 1 leader who requires coaching or mentoring, we offer corporate discounts based on contracted coaching hours per month.Leadership and Business Coaching Packages
Don't fit into our specialty programs or don't need all the extras? No problem. We offer leadership coaching tailored to your unique needs.
Build Your Leaders (for businesses)
Leadership coaching is a great way to build your new or seasoned leaders. Whether they need help with leadership skills or stress, we are here to coach them to success
Leadership and Business Coaching Packages
Don't fit into our specialty programs or don't need all the extras? No problem. We offer leadership coaching tailored to your unique needs.
Essentials Package: 3 month package that includes up to 12 hours of coaching
Fundamentals Package: 6 month package that includes up to 24 coaching sessions OR up to 12 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Transformation Package: 9 month package that includes up to 36 coaching sessions OR up to 24 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Comprehensive Package: 12 month package that includes up to 48 coaching sessions OR up to 36 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Foundations of Leadership Course
We have you and / or your team covered in our Foundations of Leadership course.
A 12 week program (1 to 1.5 hours per week) to bring you a the basics of leadership.
What do we cover?
1 – Introduction and Leader vs Manager
2 – How to connect in the industry, company, strategy, employees
3 – Communication 1
4 – Communication 2
5 – Coaching employees
6 – Development of you and your employees
7 – Team development
8 – Change Management
9 – Goal Setting 1
10 – Goal Setting 2
11 – Self-care / Stress Management
12 – Time Management and Organization
RISE TO LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Unlock your leadership potential with our dynamic monthly series! From mastering goal-setting and effective communication to building high-performing teams, navigating change, and managing time like a pro, each session equips you with practical skills to lead confidently and inspire success.
A 6-module small group program designed to help new leaders, leaders-to-be or seasoned leaders looking for a refresher:
Develop key leadership skills through training
Overcome your challenges through leadership coaching
Be accountable to your leadership goals through accountability and Q&A sessions
Provide you resources and tools to enhance your leadership skills
Encourage community and collaboration through networking opportunities
What’s in it for you?
Every other week is up to 1.5 hours of group leadership training through engaging conversation and discussion
Every other week is up to 1.5 hours of group coaching to hold you accountable to your goals, and a Q&A
1:1 Leadership call with Tara 1 time per month for the 6 months of the program
Access to our Amplifying Leadership community
Your own LinkedIn group to share and network to help each other grow and thrive
Free access to recordings just in case you miss a week. NOTE: if all participants do not agree to sessions being recorded, then this will not be available. Recordings will be private to this group only.
Discounts on coaching programs
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#TaraLehman #AmplifyingLeadershipPodcast #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #smallbusinesschronicles #successfulquitterspodcast #Saranunezbee
Tara Lehman, Amplifying Leadership Podcast, Richard Blank,Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
Amplifying Leadership Podcast by Tara Lehman. Twin Life Coaching & Business Services guest Richard Blank
Our Amplifying Leadership podcast is where we talk about all the ways to make leadership great through our guest stories, tips, information, wins and challenges too! We will discuss all aspects of leadership and how to build great leaders or leaders-to-be. From communication, authenticity, growth, learning from mistakes, to understanding our different points of view, this podcast will broaden your horizons and allow you to hear from other leaders who you just may resonate with too. Enjoy!
In this episode, Richard Blank a speaker, trainer, CEO of Costa Rica’s Call Centre, and I talk about many communication topics from conflict management, to the art of speech, empathy, and much more! Enjoy!
Richard Blank appeared in an episode of the Amplifying Leadership podcast titled "From Cubical to Leadership". The podcast covers topics such as: Communication, Change management, Building teams and employees, and Professional development.
https://youtu.be/5O61NBkqUbA
https://youtu.be/vTPLnd48FCQ
https://youtu.be/_xbWJ3n8s5A
https://youtu.be/rKqxIZnMnqM
https://youtu.be/LxD-d_8YLHo
https://youtu.be/_LavDP4y-5k
https://youtu.be/1j-GLTQ70XQ
Expectations and Disappointments
I get disappointed more than I do angry. And I expect the most of people. So I give them the benefit of the doubt. And the majority of the people stepped up to the plate and shined and shed some skin and really showed me the best.
Leadership Authenticity and Strategic Communication
Because if I kicked and cried like a baby in front of a hundred people, they'd laugh at me. They wouldn't respect. On the flip side, my friend, I'm also a human being. So I want them to see the passionate, true side of a man that's fighting for this. And so I'm not like what you see in the movies or out of Hollywood. I will sit down and break bread with you. I will play pinball together. And I'll not correct your grammar, but I'll make suggestions to make your rhetoric more diplomatic and strategic. I will power up your vocabulary, replace words like help and use assistant guide and LinkedIn and say for my clarification compared to, excuse me, we can, Tara, we can readjust tones. And so by doing so, these individuals will be able to have that much more balance in their work.
Perspective on Learning Challenges
I put fear into perspective. You, my friend, studied French as I Spanish, as they did English, amongst other languages. So why don't we say that learning a second language is 10 times harder than any account that I'm going to put you on. Right. Okay. Okay. To me, you're like, yeah, you're right. I know I'm right. So everyone calms down.
Strategic Connection-Building
You can feel good about yourself, even if it is, yeah, but Richard, I didn't make money today. Okay, well, did you write a composition? Did you do your due diligence and look at a LinkedIn profile and a website? Did you find some clues and some goodies out there where you can anchor with the person? And if you're sending an email or leaving a voicemail, you make it tailor-made
The Basics of Manners and Respect
I didn't really know the whole playbook. but I did know about manners and respect. And you must say goodbye before leaving a party and ask permission before taking a beverage and make sure to write thank you notes. And if you're not showing up on time, calling and being courteous of people's times. And I don't know about you, but that's just the checklist of the basics
Vulnerability and Transparency in Leadership
I believe in no surprises. If you're vulnerable, it only makes you powerful. And so if you try to cover something up or you make it latent or you, it doesn't work that way. right foundation is strength and so character is judged during chaos taryn so the best long-term relationships i've had with clients have been when i've discussed in the forthright manner prior to a contract things that may happen right possible attrition rate or maybe um you know training resources hiccups But on the flip side, you know, if you are proactive and I call and let you know that Billy quit today because Amazon hired him, but we already have three people in training, they should be on the phone in two hours
Tara Lehman:
Empowering Leaders & Business Owners to Drive Success Through Transformative Conversations & Collaborative Growth | Partner, Coach, Consultant, Trainer, Speaker
Empowering Leaders and Business Owners to Achieve Excellence.
Having worked in many different facets of the business world, I found that a few things that resonated with me and my values. I always work towards being respectful, non-judgmental, accepting diversity in all we do, and building leaders and teams that function above expectations.
I am a person who loves to teach, speak, collaborate, and learn from others. This lead me to my full employment journey. Is the journey done yet? Never is. I continue to learn, grow, and develop myself - I create my path forward one step at a time.
My Mission:
I am a leader, coach, facilitator, consultant. and speaker who aspires to help individuals, leaders, and organizations to embrace change, harness their strengths, and cultivate inclusivity, in order to find happiness with their choices in life, career and/or business.
I also like to see myself as a specialist in 'Gap Analysis' where I help close the gap between personal/business goals and tangible results.
Explore My Services:
Coaching and Consulting - www.twinlifecoaching.ca
Leadership Services - www.amplifyingleadership.ca
My mantra (quote):
"Failure is transformational.
Listen to it.
Learn from it.
Grow because of it."
-Tara Lehman
A Bit About Me:
When I’m not coaching, you’ll find me enjoying 80's and 90's music, puzzling, or hiking.
I’m passionate about professional development and believe in the power of lifelong learning.
Build Your Leaders (for businesses)
Leadership coaching is a great way to build your new or seasoned leaders. Whether they need help with leadership skills or stress, we are here to coach them to success.
If you have more than 1 leader who requires coaching or mentoring, we offer corporate discounts based on contracted coaching hours per month.Leadership and Business Coaching Packages
Don't fit into our specialty programs or don't need all the extras? No problem. We offer leadership coaching tailored to your unique needs.
Build Your Leaders (for businesses)
Leadership coaching is a great way to build your new or seasoned leaders. Whether they need help with leadership skills or stress, we are here to coach them to success
Leadership and Business Coaching Packages
Don't fit into our specialty programs or don't need all the extras? No problem. We offer leadership coaching tailored to your unique needs.
Essentials Package: 3 month package that includes up to 12 hours of coaching
Fundamentals Package: 6 month package that includes up to 24 coaching sessions OR up to 12 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Transformation Package: 9 month package that includes up to 36 coaching sessions OR up to 24 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Comprehensive Package: 12 month package that includes up to 48 coaching sessions OR up to 36 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Foundations of Leadership Course
We have you and / or your team covered in our Foundations of Leadership course.
A 12 week program (1 to 1.5 hours per week) to bring you a the basics of leadership.
What do we cover?
1 – Introduction and Leader vs Manager
2 – How to connect in the industry, company, strategy, employees
3 – Communication 1
4 – Communication 2
5 – Coaching employees
6 – Development of you and your employees
7 – Team development
8 – Change Management
9 – Goal Setting 1
10 – Goal Setting 2
11 – Self-care / Stress Management
12 – Time Management and Organization
RISE TO LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Unlock your leadership potential with our dynamic monthly series! From mastering goal-setting and effective communication to building high-performing teams, navigating change, and managing time like a pro, each session equips you with practical skills to lead confidently and inspire success.
A 6-module small group program designed to help new leaders, leaders-to-be or seasoned leaders looking for a refresher:
Develop key leadership skills through training
Overcome your challenges through leadership coaching
Be accountable to your leadership goals through accountability and Q&A sessions
Provide you resources and tools to enhance your leadership skills
Encourage community and collaboration through networking opportunities
What’s in it for you?
Every other week is up to 1.5 hours of group leadership training through engaging conversation and discussion
Every other week is up to 1.5 hours of group coaching to hold you accountable to your goals, and a Q&A
1:1 Leadership call with Tara 1 time per month for the 6 months of the program
Access to our Amplifying Leadership community
Your own LinkedIn group to share and network to help each other grow and thrive
Free access to recordings just in case you miss a week. NOTE: if all participants do not agree to sessions being recorded, then this will not be available. Recordings will be private to this group only.
Discounts on coaching programs
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#TaraLehman #AmplifyingLeadershipPodcast #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #smallbusinesschronicles #successfulquitterspodcast #Saranunezbee
Tara Lehman, Amplifying Leadership Podcast, Richard Blank,Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
Amplifying Leadership Podcast by Tara Lehman. Twin Life Coaching & Business Services guest Richard Blank
Our Amplifying Leadership podcast is where we talk about all the ways to make leadership great through our guest stories, tips, information, wins and challenges too! We will discuss all aspects of leadership and how to build great leaders or leaders-to-be. From communication, authenticity, growth, learning from mistakes, to understanding our different points of view, this podcast will broaden your horizons and allow you to hear from other leaders who you just may resonate with too. Enjoy!
In this episode, Richard Blank a speaker, trainer, CEO of Costa Rica’s Call Centre, and I talk about many communication topics from conflict management, to the art of speech, empathy, and much more! Enjoy!
Richard Blank appeared in an episode of the Amplifying Leadership podcast titled "From Cubical to Leadership". The podcast covers topics such as: Communication, Change management, Building teams and employees, and Professional development.
https://youtu.be/5O61NBkqUbA
https://youtu.be/vTPLnd48FCQ
https://youtu.be/_xbWJ3n8s5A
https://youtu.be/rKqxIZnMnqM
https://youtu.be/LxD-d_8YLHo
https://youtu.be/_LavDP4y-5k
https://youtu.be/1j-GLTQ70XQ
Expectations and Disappointments
I get disappointed more than I do angry. And I expect the most of people. So I give them the benefit of the doubt. And the majority of the people stepped up to the plate and shined and shed some skin and really showed me the best.
Leadership Authenticity and Strategic Communication
Because if I kicked and cried like a baby in front of a hundred people, they'd laugh at me. They wouldn't respect. On the flip side, my friend, I'm also a human being. So I want them to see the passionate, true side of a man that's fighting for this. And so I'm not like what you see in the movies or out of Hollywood. I will sit down and break bread with you. I will play pinball together. And I'll not correct your grammar, but I'll make suggestions to make your rhetoric more diplomatic and strategic. I will power up your vocabulary, replace words like help and use assistant guide and LinkedIn and say for my clarification compared to, excuse me, we can, Tara, we can readjust tones. And so by doing so, these individuals will be able to have that much more balance in their work.
Perspective on Learning Challenges
I put fear into perspective. You, my friend, studied French as I Spanish, as they did English, amongst other languages. So why don't we say that learning a second language is 10 times harder than any account that I'm going to put you on. Right. Okay. Okay. To me, you're like, yeah, you're right. I know I'm right. So everyone calms down.
Strategic Connection-Building
You can feel good about yourself, even if it is, yeah, but Richard, I didn't make money today. Okay, well, did you write a composition? Did you do your due diligence and look at a LinkedIn profile and a website? Did you find some clues and some goodies out there where you can anchor with the person? And if you're sending an email or leaving a voicemail, you make it tailor-made
The Basics of Manners and Respect
I didn't really know the whole playbook. but I did know about manners and respect. And you must say goodbye before leaving a party and ask permission before taking a beverage and make sure to write thank you notes. And if you're not showing up on time, calling and being courteous of people's times. And I don't know about you, but that's just the checklist of the basics
Vulnerability and Transparency in Leadership
I believe in no surprises. If you're vulnerable, it only makes you powerful. And so if you try to cover something up or you make it latent or you, it doesn't work that way. right foundation is strength and so character is judged during chaos taryn so the best long-term relationships i've had with clients have been when i've discussed in the forthright manner prior to a contract things that may happen right possible attrition rate or maybe um you know training resources hiccups But on the flip side, you know, if you are proactive and I call and let you know that Billy quit today because Amazon hired him, but we already have three people in training, they should be on the phone in two hours
Tara Lehman:
Empowering Leaders & Business Owners to Drive Success Through Transformative Conversations & Collaborative Growth | Partner, Coach, Consultant, Trainer, Speaker
Empowering Leaders and Business Owners to Achieve Excellence.
Having worked in many different facets of the business world, I found that a few things that resonated with me and my values. I always work towards being respectful, non-judgmental, accepting diversity in all we do, and building leaders and teams that function above expectations.
I am a person who loves to teach, speak, collaborate, and learn from others. This lead me to my full employment journey. Is the journey done yet? Never is. I continue to learn, grow, and develop myself - I create my path forward one step at a time.
My Mission:
I am a leader, coach, facilitator, consultant. and speaker who aspires to help individuals, leaders, and organizations to embrace change, harness their strengths, and cultivate inclusivity, in order to find happiness with their choices in life, career and/or business.
I also like to see myself as a specialist in 'Gap Analysis' where I help close the gap between personal/business goals and tangible results.
Explore My Services:
Coaching and Consulting - www.twinlifecoaching.ca
Leadership Services - www.amplifyingleadership.ca
My mantra (quote):
"Failure is transformational.
Listen to it.
Learn from it.
Grow because of it."
-Tara Lehman
A Bit About Me:
When I’m not coaching, you’ll find me enjoying 80's and 90's music, puzzling, or hiking.
I’m passionate about professional development and believe in the power of lifelong learning.
Build Your Leaders (for businesses)
Leadership coaching is a great way to build your new or seasoned leaders. Whether they need help with leadership skills or stress, we are here to coach them to success.
If you have more than 1 leader who requires coaching or mentoring, we offer corporate discounts based on contracted coaching hours per month.Leadership and Business Coaching Packages
Don't fit into our specialty programs or don't need all the extras? No problem. We offer leadership coaching tailored to your unique needs.
Build Your Leaders (for businesses)
Leadership coaching is a great way to build your new or seasoned leaders. Whether they need help with leadership skills or stress, we are here to coach them to success
Leadership and Business Coaching Packages
Don't fit into our specialty programs or don't need all the extras? No problem. We offer leadership coaching tailored to your unique needs.
Essentials Package: 3 month package that includes up to 12 hours of coaching
Fundamentals Package: 6 month package that includes up to 24 coaching sessions OR up to 12 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Transformation Package: 9 month package that includes up to 36 coaching sessions OR up to 24 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Comprehensive Package: 12 month package that includes up to 48 coaching sessions OR up to 36 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Foundations of Leadership Course
We have you and / or your team covered in our Foundations of Leadership course.
A 12 week program (1 to 1.5 hours per week) to bring you a the basics of leadership.
What do we cover?
1 – Introduction and Leader vs Manager
2 – How to connect in the industry, company, strategy, employees
3 – Communication 1
4 – Communication 2
5 – Coaching employees
6 – Development of you and your employees
7 – Team development
8 – Change Management
9 – Goal Setting 1
10 – Goal Setting 2
11 – Self-care / Stress Management
12 – Time Management and Organization
RISE TO LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Unlock your leadership potential with our dynamic monthly series! From mastering goal-setting and effective communication to building high-performing teams, navigating change, and managing time like a pro, each session equips you with practical skills to lead confidently and inspire success.
A 6-module small group program designed to help new leaders, leaders-to-be or seasoned leaders looking for a refresher:
Develop key leadership skills through training
Overcome your challenges through leadership coaching
Be accountable to your leadership goals through accountability and Q&A sessions
Provide you resources and tools to enhance your leadership skills
Encourage community and collaboration through networking opportunities
What’s in it for you?
Every other week is up to 1.5 hours of group leadership training through engaging conversation and discussion
Every other week is up to 1.5 hours of group coaching to hold you accountable to your goals, and a Q&A
1:1 Leadership call with Tara 1 time per month for the 6 months of the program
Access to our Amplifying Leadership community
Your own LinkedIn group to share and network to help each other grow and thrive
Free access to recordings just in case you miss a week. NOTE: if all participants do not agree to sessions being recorded, then this will not be available. Recordings will be private to this group only.
Discounts on coaching programs
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
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Amplifying Leadership Podcast by Tara Lehman. Twin Life Coaching & Business Services guest Richard Blank
Our Amplifying Leadership podcast is where we talk about all the ways to make leadership great through our guest stories, tips, information, wins and challenges too! We will discuss all aspects of leadership and how to build great leaders or leaders-to-be. From communication, authenticity, growth, learning from mistakes, to understanding our different points of view, this podcast will broaden your horizons and allow you to hear from other leaders who you just may resonate with too. Enjoy!
In this episode, Richard Blank a speaker, trainer, CEO of Costa Rica’s Call Centre, and I talk about many communication topics from conflict management, to the art of speech, empathy, and much more! Enjoy!
Richard Blank appeared in an episode of the Amplifying Leadership podcast titled "From Cubical to Leadership". The podcast covers topics such as: Communication, Change management, Building teams and employees, and Professional development.
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Expectations and Disappointments
I get disappointed more than I do angry. And I expect the most of people. So I give them the benefit of the doubt. And the majority of the people stepped up to the plate and shined and shed some skin and really showed me the best.
Leadership Authenticity and Strategic Communication
Because if I kicked and cried like a baby in front of a hundred people, they'd laugh at me. They wouldn't respect. On the flip side, my friend, I'm also a human being. So I want them to see the passionate, true side of a man that's fighting for this. And so I'm not like what you see in the movies or out of Hollywood. I will sit down and break bread with you. I will play pinball together. And I'll not correct your grammar, but I'll make suggestions to make your rhetoric more diplomatic and strategic. I will power up your vocabulary, replace words like help and use assistant guide and LinkedIn and say for my clarification compared to, excuse me, we can, Tara, we can readjust tones. And so by doing so, these individuals will be able to have that much more balance in their work.
Perspective on Learning Challenges
I put fear into perspective. You, my friend, studied French as I Spanish, as they did English, amongst other languages. So why don't we say that learning a second language is 10 times harder than any account that I'm going to put you on. Right. Okay. Okay. To me, you're like, yeah, you're right. I know I'm right. So everyone calms down.
Strategic Connection-Building
You can feel good about yourself, even if it is, yeah, but Richard, I didn't make money today. Okay, well, did you write a composition? Did you do your due diligence and look at a LinkedIn profile and a website? Did you find some clues and some goodies out there where you can anchor with the person? And if you're sending an email or leaving a voicemail, you make it tailor-made
The Basics of Manners and Respect
I didn't really know the whole playbook. but I did know about manners and respect. And you must say goodbye before leaving a party and ask permission before taking a beverage and make sure to write thank you notes. And if you're not showing up on time, calling and being courteous of people's times. And I don't know about you, but that's just the checklist of the basics
Vulnerability and Transparency in Leadership
I believe in no surprises. If you're vulnerable, it only makes you powerful. And so if you try to cover something up or you make it latent or you, it doesn't work that way. right foundation is strength and so character is judged during chaos taryn so the best long-term relationships i've had with clients have been when i've discussed in the forthright manner prior to a contract things that may happen right possible attrition rate or maybe um you know training resources hiccups But on the flip side, you know, if you are proactive and I call and let you know that Billy quit today because Amazon hired him, but we already have three people in training, they should be on the phone in two hours
Tara Lehman:
Empowering Leaders & Business Owners to Drive Success Through Transformative Conversations & Collaborative Growth | Partner, Coach, Consultant, Trainer, Speaker
Empowering Leaders and Business Owners to Achieve Excellence.
Having worked in many different facets of the business world, I found that a few things that resonated with me and my values. I always work towards being respectful, non-judgmental, accepting diversity in all we do, and building leaders and teams that function above expectations.
I am a person who loves to teach, speak, collaborate, and learn from others. This lead me to my full employment journey. Is the journey done yet? Never is. I continue to learn, grow, and develop myself - I create my path forward one step at a time.
My Mission:
I am a leader, coach, facilitator, consultant. and speaker who aspires to help individuals, leaders, and organizations to embrace change, harness their strengths, and cultivate inclusivity, in order to find happiness with their choices in life, career and/or business.
I also like to see myself as a specialist in 'Gap Analysis' where I help close the gap between personal/business goals and tangible results.
Explore My Services:
Coaching and Consulting - www.twinlifecoaching.ca
Leadership Services - www.amplifyingleadership.ca
My mantra (quote):
"Failure is transformational.
Listen to it.
Learn from it.
Grow because of it."
-Tara Lehman
A Bit About Me:
When I’m not coaching, you’ll find me enjoying 80's and 90's music, puzzling, or hiking.
I’m passionate about professional development and believe in the power of lifelong learning.
Build Your Leaders (for businesses)
Leadership coaching is a great way to build your new or seasoned leaders. Whether they need help with leadership skills or stress, we are here to coach them to success.
If you have more than 1 leader who requires coaching or mentoring, we offer corporate discounts based on contracted coaching hours per month.Leadership and Business Coaching Packages
Don't fit into our specialty programs or don't need all the extras? No problem. We offer leadership coaching tailored to your unique needs.
Build Your Leaders (for businesses)
Leadership coaching is a great way to build your new or seasoned leaders. Whether they need help with leadership skills or stress, we are here to coach them to success
Leadership and Business Coaching Packages
Don't fit into our specialty programs or don't need all the extras? No problem. We offer leadership coaching tailored to your unique needs.
Essentials Package: 3 month package that includes up to 12 hours of coaching
Fundamentals Package: 6 month package that includes up to 24 coaching sessions OR up to 12 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Transformation Package: 9 month package that includes up to 36 coaching sessions OR up to 24 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Comprehensive Package: 12 month package that includes up to 48 coaching sessions OR up to 36 coaching sessions and 12 modules of Fundamentals of Leadership 1:1 course training.
Foundations of Leadership Course
We have you and / or your team covered in our Foundations of Leadership course.
A 12 week program (1 to 1.5 hours per week) to bring you a the basics of leadership.
What do we cover?
1 – Introduction and Leader vs Manager
2 – How to connect in the industry, company, strategy, employees
3 – Communication 1
4 – Communication 2
5 – Coaching employees
6 – Development of you and your employees
7 – Team development
8 – Change Management
9 – Goal Setting 1
10 – Goal Setting 2
11 – Self-care / Stress Management
12 – Time Management and Organization
RISE TO LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Unlock your leadership potential with our dynamic monthly series! From mastering goal-setting and effective communication to building high-performing teams, navigating change, and managing time like a pro, each session equips you with practical skills to lead confidently and inspire success.
A 6-module small group program designed to help new leaders, leaders-to-be or seasoned leaders looking for a refresher:
Develop key leadership skills through training
Overcome your challenges through leadership coaching
Be accountable to your leadership goals through accountability and Q&A sessions
Provide you resources and tools to enhance your leadership skills
Encourage community and collaboration through networking opportunities
What’s in it for you?
Every other week is up to 1.5 hours of group leadership training through engaging conversation and discussion
Every other week is up to 1.5 hours of group coaching to hold you accountable to your goals, and a Q&A
1:1 Leadership call with Tara 1 time per month for the 6 months of the program
Access to our Amplifying Leadership community
Your own LinkedIn group to share and network to help each other grow and thrive
Free access to recordings just in case you miss a week. NOTE: if all participants do not agree to sessions being recorded, then this will not be available. Recordings will be private to this group only.
Discounts on coaching programs
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#TaraLehman #AmplifyingLeadershipPodcast #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #smallbusinesschronicles #successfulquitterspodcast #Saranunezbee
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ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS No Prep Needed guest CEO Richard Blank. An expert in the Business Process Outsourcing Industry.
Our Mission. Business Essential Skills Education. Dedicated to empowering our clients with the skills, knowledge, and support they need to succeed in the global business world
ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS, No Prep Needed is recorded in Daytona Beach, Florida, with superstar guests from all over the world.
Adrienne offers a candid conversation with zero prep. We go live, and each conversation features an honest talk with real professionals. The entire show is REAL!
We shine together, cry together, and offer the viewer conversations to help fuel your professional and personal life's success.
Effective Communication Strategies for Business Success w/ Richard Blank
https://youtu.be/HFjBxDm5PKQ
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to master the art of communication in the call center industry?
Summary:
In a captivating podcast episode, host Adrienne Barker sits down with Richard Blank, the CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center, to delve into the secrets of effective communication within the bustling world of call centers. Richard imparts his wisdom on creating personalized experiences, navigating cultural differences, and leaving a lasting impression on clients. Mr. Blank provides strategic advice on tailoring communication to resonate with diverse North American audiences and underscores the importance of thorough research before reaching out to potential clients. Furthermore, Richard tackles the issue of monotonous language in call centers, offering innovative solutions to foster dynamic and engaging interactions among team members.
Key Takeaways:
Personalized interactions are crucial for success in the call center industry.
Understanding cultural nuances can lead to more effective communication.
Making a memorable first impression is key to building lasting relationships.
Adapting communication styles for different regions can improve client engagement.
Conducting due diligence is essential before contacting prospects.
Overcoming the challenge of repetitive language can invigorate workplace communication.
Richard's insights have a significant impact on improving business interactions.
A Creative Approach to Sales Calls
I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me. We're good. Thanks. Hang up. But if I said, Adrian Barker speaks. How are you today? You'd probably say, who's this? Gotcha. So your defense goes from a 10 to a two. And I'll take that eight and move it into a forward motion. So guess who wins the first round? Chuck Wepner versus Ali. I did. Why? I anchored. Why? You didn't hang up on me.
Building Authentic Relationships in Customer Service
The clients and the companies that do their due diligence have better relationships when they custom make voicemails and emails and updating information. It just doesn't have to be so plastic. And so distant and foreign and where they keep calling you ma'am and sir, you can have a beautiful relationship with somebody on the phone that can save the day. Especially like when I've called into AAA before, a lot of those individuals are trained to have extended empathy.
Crafting unique phone interactions
But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15-year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company. And so when I leave a custom-made voicemail, make a custom-made email, or I try to anchor with this gatekeeper one, two, or three ways, if it's mystery shopping, if it's a due diligence, a callback, or just randomly throwing darts out there, you gotta hit the sizzle in the beginning of something they can relate with. They're just not gonna give that pass. These people kind of want you to be a little bit clever And so when I smile over the phone by saying the name of the company better than they do, I'm teaching them to stand up a little straighter. You sound terrible when you're answering the phone. Please let you know, have some pizzazz.
Energized Introduction and Personal Journey
You're so handsome. Oh my God, everyone. Okay, so here we are again. I think this is the sixth interview today, Richard. And I'm just so energized. I think I could go. I think I could do 100 live-a-thons and not have a problem. Okay, so I haven't met Richard. No prep needed. But I will tell you, I've seen his face and he looks exactly the same. What a good looking guy. I can't wait. So Richard, you got to introduce yourself. Tell us who you are. What are you doing? And I'm so glad to have you today. You look beautiful. You look beautiful. I have to say that you are a beautiful human being. so thank you so much i'm so happy to be with you and your amazing audience my name is richard blank i'm the proud ceo costa rica's call center i'm a long shot from northeast philly that actually followed his dreams got past parents guilt married the girl of my dreams and here we are today so it's a great story of twists and turns oh you married a costa rican woman I did. I married a tropical girl. I'm jealous. Sorry, but there's some beautiful, beautiful. I love that. So you're living your dream. So the call center. So you live in the dream in Costa Rica, but tell us about the call center. Well, it's a dedicated center and it's bilingual and we work with sales and customer support and back office support and non-voice support. I believe today most people are frustrated with omni-channel non-voice where they fill out forms or do chats and emails. You and I might press zero. We want to speak with somebody to retain our account, upsell maybe, possibly get a referral and At the end of the day, if they're dropping the ball, maybe we could tell them what to do and call the balls in the strikes so they can keep our business and not lose it. And so it's a very delicate relationship that you have to build a business. But there's so many amazing people out there that earn a living making and receiving phone calls. So hats off to those amazing warriors.
Humor and Strategy in Telemarketing Calls
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me.
Importance of Due Diligence in Sales
Of course I do. But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15 year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company.
Navigating the High-Pressure World of Telemarketing
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you.
Using the Buffer Boomerang Technique
All I know is that I slowed you down, calmed you down, got you out of the trance, said something you were familiar with, the name spike. And then you'll say, who is this? That's when we use a buffer boomerang technique. Adrian, that's an excellent question. My name is Richard Blank. Name drop buffer. Let him know it's an excellent question. Repeat the question so you don't have to repeat it. I got you. And then I send it back to you positive. It's readjusting tones. I'm not going to tell you my company yet. You're going to have to ask me another question. What's the name of your company? Once again, what a beautiful tone you have. We're at a 2 now or at a 3. We're not at a 10 at D. So it's nice motions. And now we're, what, a minute and a half in? Obviously, I got your pass to pitch. Let's say your son answered the phone. I'm going to let you know how charming and nice and a gentleman your son was.
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At "The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence for Business Success," we understand the importance of soft skills and leadership skills in today's business world. That's why we offer etiquette education and training to help you develop these important skills. With our training, you can be confident that you have the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the international arena
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The Difference is Adrienne
I'm Adrienne Barker, a seasoned Business Consultant with over 35 years of experience in mentoring and coaching. My specialties include LinkedIn lead generation, International Protocol and Corporate Etiquette, and Business Soft Skills workshop development. I provide customized training on cross-cultural communication, business etiquette, diplomacy, and other professional skills tailored to the specific needs of my clients.
Along with my consulting work, I am also actively involved in community initiatives as Co-Chair for SCORE and a member of the UCF Incubator Board in Daytona Beach. With a strong background in sales, marketing, and business development, I bring strategic thinking, effective communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and partners.
Whether it's through individual coaching or group workshops, I am committed to helping my clients develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their careers and achieve their goals. With a passion for podcast production and community involvement, I strive to make a positive impact in the lives of those around me.
Custom and Personalized Programs
At our company, we take the time to understand your goals and objectives, and work with you to develop a customized etiquette education plan that suits your unique needs. We believe that a one-size-fits-all approach doesn't work, so we offer tailored packages rather than packaged programs. As your partner, we work closely with you and become an extension of your business.
We specialize in providing soft skills training programs designed to help individuals and teams improve their communication, leadership, time management, and teamwork skills. Our practical approach ensures that we complement your current and future activities across various departments. We provide etiquette and protocol training for real-world situations, and focus on providing you not only with knowledge but also with practice.
With our customized solutions, we help you achieve your objectives and build a better, more effective team.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#ADRIENNEBARKER#RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #smallbusinesschronicles #successfulquitterspodcast #Saranunezbee
ADRIENNE BARKER, Richard Blank,Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS No Prep Needed guest CEO Richard Blank. An expert in the Business Process Outsourcing Industry.
Our Mission. Business Essential Skills Education. Dedicated to empowering our clients with the skills, knowledge, and support they need to succeed in the global business world
ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS, No Prep Needed is recorded in Daytona Beach, Florida, with superstar guests from all over the world.
Adrienne offers a candid conversation with zero prep. We go live, and each conversation features an honest talk with real professionals. The entire show is REAL!
We shine together, cry together, and offer the viewer conversations to help fuel your professional and personal life's success.
Effective Communication Strategies for Business Success w/ Richard Blank
https://youtu.be/HFjBxDm5PKQ
https://youtu.be/t5g0XeWzitg
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to master the art of communication in the call center industry?
Summary:
In a captivating podcast episode, host Adrienne Barker sits down with Richard Blank, the CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center, to delve into the secrets of effective communication within the bustling world of call centers. Richard imparts his wisdom on creating personalized experiences, navigating cultural differences, and leaving a lasting impression on clients. Mr. Blank provides strategic advice on tailoring communication to resonate with diverse North American audiences and underscores the importance of thorough research before reaching out to potential clients. Furthermore, Richard tackles the issue of monotonous language in call centers, offering innovative solutions to foster dynamic and engaging interactions among team members.
Key Takeaways:
Personalized interactions are crucial for success in the call center industry.
Understanding cultural nuances can lead to more effective communication.
Making a memorable first impression is key to building lasting relationships.
Adapting communication styles for different regions can improve client engagement.
Conducting due diligence is essential before contacting prospects.
Overcoming the challenge of repetitive language can invigorate workplace communication.
Richard's insights have a significant impact on improving business interactions.
A Creative Approach to Sales Calls
I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me. We're good. Thanks. Hang up. But if I said, Adrian Barker speaks. How are you today? You'd probably say, who's this? Gotcha. So your defense goes from a 10 to a two. And I'll take that eight and move it into a forward motion. So guess who wins the first round? Chuck Wepner versus Ali. I did. Why? I anchored. Why? You didn't hang up on me.
Building Authentic Relationships in Customer Service
The clients and the companies that do their due diligence have better relationships when they custom make voicemails and emails and updating information. It just doesn't have to be so plastic. And so distant and foreign and where they keep calling you ma'am and sir, you can have a beautiful relationship with somebody on the phone that can save the day. Especially like when I've called into AAA before, a lot of those individuals are trained to have extended empathy.
Crafting unique phone interactions
But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15-year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company. And so when I leave a custom-made voicemail, make a custom-made email, or I try to anchor with this gatekeeper one, two, or three ways, if it's mystery shopping, if it's a due diligence, a callback, or just randomly throwing darts out there, you gotta hit the sizzle in the beginning of something they can relate with. They're just not gonna give that pass. These people kind of want you to be a little bit clever And so when I smile over the phone by saying the name of the company better than they do, I'm teaching them to stand up a little straighter. You sound terrible when you're answering the phone. Please let you know, have some pizzazz.
Energized Introduction and Personal Journey
You're so handsome. Oh my God, everyone. Okay, so here we are again. I think this is the sixth interview today, Richard. And I'm just so energized. I think I could go. I think I could do 100 live-a-thons and not have a problem. Okay, so I haven't met Richard. No prep needed. But I will tell you, I've seen his face and he looks exactly the same. What a good looking guy. I can't wait. So Richard, you got to introduce yourself. Tell us who you are. What are you doing? And I'm so glad to have you today. You look beautiful. You look beautiful. I have to say that you are a beautiful human being. so thank you so much i'm so happy to be with you and your amazing audience my name is richard blank i'm the proud ceo costa rica's call center i'm a long shot from northeast philly that actually followed his dreams got past parents guilt married the girl of my dreams and here we are today so it's a great story of twists and turns oh you married a costa rican woman I did. I married a tropical girl. I'm jealous. Sorry, but there's some beautiful, beautiful. I love that. So you're living your dream. So the call center. So you live in the dream in Costa Rica, but tell us about the call center. Well, it's a dedicated center and it's bilingual and we work with sales and customer support and back office support and non-voice support. I believe today most people are frustrated with omni-channel non-voice where they fill out forms or do chats and emails. You and I might press zero. We want to speak with somebody to retain our account, upsell maybe, possibly get a referral and At the end of the day, if they're dropping the ball, maybe we could tell them what to do and call the balls in the strikes so they can keep our business and not lose it. And so it's a very delicate relationship that you have to build a business. But there's so many amazing people out there that earn a living making and receiving phone calls. So hats off to those amazing warriors.
Humor and Strategy in Telemarketing Calls
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me.
Importance of Due Diligence in Sales
Of course I do. But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15 year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company.
Navigating the High-Pressure World of Telemarketing
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you.
Using the Buffer Boomerang Technique
All I know is that I slowed you down, calmed you down, got you out of the trance, said something you were familiar with, the name spike. And then you'll say, who is this? That's when we use a buffer boomerang technique. Adrian, that's an excellent question. My name is Richard Blank. Name drop buffer. Let him know it's an excellent question. Repeat the question so you don't have to repeat it. I got you. And then I send it back to you positive. It's readjusting tones. I'm not going to tell you my company yet. You're going to have to ask me another question. What's the name of your company? Once again, what a beautiful tone you have. We're at a 2 now or at a 3. We're not at a 10 at D. So it's nice motions. And now we're, what, a minute and a half in? Obviously, I got your pass to pitch. Let's say your son answered the phone. I'm going to let you know how charming and nice and a gentleman your son was.
The Best in Education
We are experienced and knowledgeable in business etiquette and protocol, and we offer personalized in-person education to help your employees handle themselves professionally during business events. Our training is designed to keep your employees comfortable and engaged, while equipping them with the skills they need to succeed.
Our facilitation services for corporate retreats are a key ingredient in building a successful and engaged team. A retreat is not just a fun getaway; it is also a valuable business tool that allows your executive team to work together towards a common goal - success. By working away from the office and in new surroundings that inspire creativity and togetherness, your team can focus on projects that will have a substantial payoff for your organization.
At our company, we understand the importance of retreats and provide the necessary guidance and support to ensure your event is a success. We work closely with your team to create a customized retreat that aligns with your organization's goals and objectives. Our services are designed to help your team bond, collaborate, and come away with a renewed sense of purpose and energy.
Keep your employees educated, happy and successful
At Professional Global Etiquette, we recognize the significance of having a competitive advantage in today's business world. That's why we offer customized training in business protocol and etiquette that help both companies and employees build successful enterprises.
Our personalized approach involves understanding your needs and goals, developing workshops and presentations that meet your specific requirements, and giving you the social skills necessary to thrive in the global marketplace.
We prioritize not just the effectiveness of our training, but also its interactivity and entertainment value. We believe that learning should be enjoyable, and our style is filled with wit, charm, and humor. Our classes are engaging, entertaining, and effective in ensuring that you retain the information.
With Professional Global Etiquette, you can confidently build the skills you and your team require to succeed in today's business world while enjoying the learning experience.
The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence For Business Success
"The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence for Business Success" offers practical strategies to help you compete in today's global economy. We provide comprehensive training in protocol and personal diplomacy, as well as practical advice on key areas such as negotiating, making a good first impression, and being aware of rank and status.
Our training includes a pre-meeting action plan, guidance on business card protocol, business customs and terminology, electronic communications, forms of address, eye signals and eye contact, world-class handshakes, global communication styles, global conversation skills, making an effective entrance and mingling, project cultural awareness, gift giving protocol, and strategic do's and don'ts.
At "The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence for Business Success," we understand the importance of soft skills and leadership skills in today's business world. That's why we offer etiquette education and training to help you develop these important skills. With our training, you can be confident that you have the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the international arena
"Savvy Dining: Mastering the Art of Business Meals
"Savvy Dining: Mastering the Art of Business Meals for Professional Success" is a dynamic one-day seminar that provides you with the ultimate business tool to help you succeed in a rapidly expanding global economy. This seminar offers practical tips and strategies to distinguish yourself from the competition in situations where business may be promoted or conducted.
In this seminar, you will learn how to make a memorable entrance, work the room, and perfect your handshake - the ultimate greeting. You'll also learn effective mingling techniques, eye signals, and how to improve your dining proficiency. Our comprehensive training includes a four-course luncheon tutorial to help you master the art of dining etiquette.
In addition to learning dining etiquette, you'll also gain insight into host and guest duties, silverware savvy, styles of eating, and the silent service code. At "Savvy Dining," we understand the importance of soft skills and leadership skills in today's business world. That's why we offer etiquette education and training to help you develop these important skills.
With our training, you can be confident that you have the knowledge and skills needed to master the art of business meals and succeed in any professional setting. Don't miss this opportunity to improve your dining etiquette and enhance your professional success!
The Difference is Adrienne
I'm Adrienne Barker, a seasoned Business Consultant with over 35 years of experience in mentoring and coaching. My specialties include LinkedIn lead generation, International Protocol and Corporate Etiquette, and Business Soft Skills workshop development. I provide customized training on cross-cultural communication, business etiquette, diplomacy, and other professional skills tailored to the specific needs of my clients.
Along with my consulting work, I am also actively involved in community initiatives as Co-Chair for SCORE and a member of the UCF Incubator Board in Daytona Beach. With a strong background in sales, marketing, and business development, I bring strategic thinking, effective communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and partners.
Whether it's through individual coaching or group workshops, I am committed to helping my clients develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their careers and achieve their goals. With a passion for podcast production and community involvement, I strive to make a positive impact in the lives of those around me.
Custom and Personalized Programs
At our company, we take the time to understand your goals and objectives, and work with you to develop a customized etiquette education plan that suits your unique needs. We believe that a one-size-fits-all approach doesn't work, so we offer tailored packages rather than packaged programs. As your partner, we work closely with you and become an extension of your business.
We specialize in providing soft skills training programs designed to help individuals and teams improve their communication, leadership, time management, and teamwork skills. Our practical approach ensures that we complement your current and future activities across various departments. We provide etiquette and protocol training for real-world situations, and focus on providing you not only with knowledge but also with practice.
With our customized solutions, we help you achieve your objectives and build a better, more effective team.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to master the art of communication in the call center industry?
Summary:
In a captivating podcast episode, host Adrienne Barker sits down with Richard Blank, the CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center, to delve into the secrets of effective communication within the bustling world of call centers. Richard imparts his wisdom on creating personalized experiences, navigating cultural differences, and leaving a lasting impression on clients. Mr. Blank provides strategic advice on tailoring communication to resonate with diverse North American audiences and underscores the importance of thorough research before reaching out to potential clients. Furthermore, Richard tackles the issue of monotonous language in call centers, offering innovative solutions to foster dynamic and engaging interactions among team members.
Key Takeaways:
Personalized interactions are crucial for success in the call center industry.
Understanding cultural nuances can lead to more effective communication.
Making a memorable first impression is key to building lasting relationships.
Adapting communication styles for different regions can improve client engagement.
Conducting due diligence is essential before contacting prospects.
Overcoming the challenge of repetitive language can invigorate workplace communication.
Richard's insights have a significant impact on improving business interactions.
A Creative Approach to Sales Calls
I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me. We're good. Thanks. Hang up. But if I said, Adrian Barker speaks. How are you today? You'd probably say, who's this? Gotcha. So your defense goes from a 10 to a two. And I'll take that eight and move it into a forward motion. So guess who wins the first round? Chuck Wepner versus Ali. I did. Why? I anchored. Why? You didn't hang up on me.
Building Authentic Relationships in Customer Service
The clients and the companies that do their due diligence have better relationships when they custom make voicemails and emails and updating information. It just doesn't have to be so plastic. And so distant and foreign and where they keep calling you ma'am and sir, you can have a beautiful relationship with somebody on the phone that can save the day. Especially like when I've called into AAA before, a lot of those individuals are trained to have extended empathy.
Crafting unique phone interactions
But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15-year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company. And so when I leave a custom-made voicemail, make a custom-made email, or I try to anchor with this gatekeeper one, two, or three ways, if it's mystery shopping, if it's a due diligence, a callback, or just randomly throwing darts out there, you gotta hit the sizzle in the beginning of something they can relate with. They're just not gonna give that pass. These people kind of want you to be a little bit clever And so when I smile over the phone by saying the name of the company better than they do, I'm teaching them to stand up a little straighter. You sound terrible when you're answering the phone. Please let you know, have some pizzazz.
Energized Introduction and Personal Journey
You're so handsome. Oh my God, everyone. Okay, so here we are again. I think this is the sixth interview today, Richard. And I'm just so energized. I think I could go. I think I could do 100 live-a-thons and not have a problem. Okay, so I haven't met Richard. No prep needed. But I will tell you, I've seen his face and he looks exactly the same. What a good looking guy. I can't wait. So Richard, you got to introduce yourself. Tell us who you are. What are you doing? And I'm so glad to have you today. You look beautiful. You look beautiful. I have to say that you are a beautiful human being. so thank you so much i'm so happy to be with you and your amazing audience my name is richard blank i'm the proud ceo costa rica's call center i'm a long shot from northeast philly that actually followed his dreams got past parents guilt married the girl of my dreams and here we are today so it's a great story of twists and turns oh you married a costa rican woman I did. I married a tropical girl. I'm jealous. Sorry, but there's some beautiful, beautiful. I love that. So you're living your dream. So the call center. So you live in the dream in Costa Rica, but tell us about the call center. Well, it's a dedicated center and it's bilingual and we work with sales and customer support and back office support and non-voice support. I believe today most people are frustrated with omni-channel non-voice where they fill out forms or do chats and emails. You and I might press zero. We want to speak with somebody to retain our account, upsell maybe, possibly get a referral and At the end of the day, if they're dropping the ball, maybe we could tell them what to do and call the balls in the strikes so they can keep our business and not lose it. And so it's a very delicate relationship that you have to build a business. But there's so many amazing people out there that earn a living making and receiving phone calls. So hats off to those amazing warriors.
Humor and Strategy in Telemarketing Calls
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me.
Importance of Due Diligence in Sales
Of course I do. But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15 year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company.
Navigating the High-Pressure World of Telemarketing
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you.
Using the Buffer Boomerang Technique
All I know is that I slowed you down, calmed you down, got you out of the trance, said something you were familiar with, the name spike. And then you'll say, who is this? That's when we use a buffer boomerang technique. Adrian, that's an excellent question. My name is Richard Blank. Name drop buffer. Let him know it's an excellent question. Repeat the question so you don't have to repeat it. I got you. And then I send it back to you positive. It's readjusting tones. I'm not going to tell you my company yet. You're going to have to ask me another question. What's the name of your company? Once again, what a beautiful tone you have. We're at a 2 now or at a 3. We're not at a 10 at D. So it's nice motions. And now we're, what, a minute and a half in? Obviously, I got your pass to pitch. Let's say your son answered the phone. I'm going to let you know how charming and nice and a gentleman your son was.
The Best in Education
We are experienced and knowledgeable in business etiquette and protocol, and we offer personalized in-person education to help your employees handle themselves professionally during business events. Our training is designed to keep your employees comfortable and engaged, while equipping them with the skills they need to succeed.
Our facilitation services for corporate retreats are a key ingredient in building a successful and engaged team. A retreat is not just a fun getaway; it is also a valuable business tool that allows your executive team to work together towards a common goal - success. By working away from the office and in new surroundings that inspire creativity and togetherness, your team can focus on projects that will have a substantial payoff for your organization.
At our company, we understand the importance of retreats and provide the necessary guidance and support to ensure your event is a success. We work closely with your team to create a customized retreat that aligns with your organization's goals and objectives. Our services are designed to help your team bond, collaborate, and come away with a renewed sense of purpose and energy.
Keep your employees educated, happy and successful
At Professional Global Etiquette, we recognize the significance of having a competitive advantage in today's business world. That's why we offer customized training in business protocol and etiquette that help both companies and employees build successful enterprises.
Our personalized approach involves understanding your needs and goals, developing workshops and presentations that meet your specific requirements, and giving you the social skills necessary to thrive in the global marketplace.
We prioritize not just the effectiveness of our training, but also its interactivity and entertainment value. We believe that learning should be enjoyable, and our style is filled with wit, charm, and humor. Our classes are engaging, entertaining, and effective in ensuring that you retain the information.
With Professional Global Etiquette, you can confidently build the skills you and your team require to succeed in today's business world while enjoying the learning experience.
The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence For Business Success
"The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence for Business Success" offers practical strategies to help you compete in today's global economy. We provide comprehensive training in protocol and personal diplomacy, as well as practical advice on key areas such as negotiating, making a good first impression, and being aware of rank and status.
Our training includes a pre-meeting action plan, guidance on business card protocol, business customs and terminology, electronic communications, forms of address, eye signals and eye contact, world-class handshakes, global communication styles, global conversation skills, making an effective entrance and mingling, project cultural awareness, gift giving protocol, and strategic do's and don'ts.
At "The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence for Business Success," we understand the importance of soft skills and leadership skills in today's business world. That's why we offer etiquette education and training to help you develop these important skills. With our training, you can be confident that you have the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the international arena
"Savvy Dining: Mastering the Art of Business Meals
"Savvy Dining: Mastering the Art of Business Meals for Professional Success" is a dynamic one-day seminar that provides you with the ultimate business tool to help you succeed in a rapidly expanding global economy. This seminar offers practical tips and strategies to distinguish yourself from the competition in situations where business may be promoted or conducted.
In this seminar, you will learn how to make a memorable entrance, work the room, and perfect your handshake - the ultimate greeting. You'll also learn effective mingling techniques, eye signals, and how to improve your dining proficiency. Our comprehensive training includes a four-course luncheon tutorial to help you master the art of dining etiquette.
In addition to learning dining etiquette, you'll also gain insight into host and guest duties, silverware savvy, styles of eating, and the silent service code. At "Savvy Dining," we understand the importance of soft skills and leadership skills in today's business world. That's why we offer etiquette education and training to help you develop these important skills.
With our training, you can be confident that you have the knowledge and skills needed to master the art of business meals and succeed in any professional setting. Don't miss this opportunity to improve your dining etiquette and enhance your professional success!
The Difference is Adrienne
I'm Adrienne Barker, a seasoned Business Consultant with over 35 years of experience in mentoring and coaching. My specialties include LinkedIn lead generation, International Protocol and Corporate Etiquette, and Business Soft Skills workshop development. I provide customized training on cross-cultural communication, business etiquette, diplomacy, and other professional skills tailored to the specific needs of my clients.
Along with my consulting work, I am also actively involved in community initiatives as Co-Chair for SCORE and a member of the UCF Incubator Board in Daytona Beach. With a strong background in sales, marketing, and business development, I bring strategic thinking, effective communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and partners.
Whether it's through individual coaching or group workshops, I am committed to helping my clients develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their careers and achieve their goals. With a passion for podcast production and community involvement, I strive to make a positive impact in the lives of those around me.
Custom and Personalized Programs
At our company, we take the time to understand your goals and objectives, and work with you to develop a customized etiquette education plan that suits your unique needs. We believe that a one-size-fits-all approach doesn't work, so we offer tailored packages rather than packaged programs. As your partner, we work closely with you and become an extension of your business.
We specialize in providing soft skills training programs designed to help individuals and teams improve their communication, leadership, time management, and teamwork skills. Our practical approach ensures that we complement your current and future activities across various departments. We provide etiquette and protocol training for real-world situations, and focus on providing you not only with knowledge but also with practice.
With our customized solutions, we help you achieve your objectives and build a better, more effective team.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#ADRIENNEBARKER#RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #smallbusinesschronicles #successfulquitterspodcast #Saranunezbee
ADRIENNE BARKER, Richard Blank,Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS No Prep Needed guest CEO Richard Blank. An expert in the Business Process Outsourcing Industry.
Our Mission. Business Essential Skills Education. Dedicated to empowering our clients with the skills, knowledge, and support they need to succeed in the global business world
ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS, No Prep Needed is recorded in Daytona Beach, Florida, with superstar guests from all over the world.
Adrienne offers a candid conversation with zero prep. We go live, and each conversation features an honest talk with real professionals. The entire show is REAL!
We shine together, cry together, and offer the viewer conversations to help fuel your professional and personal life's success.
Effective Communication Strategies for Business Success w/ Richard Blank
https://youtu.be/HFjBxDm5PKQ
https://youtu.be/t5g0XeWzitg
https://youtu.be/Kb_XiNxQNDE
https://youtu.be/b18p4Cx0OUE
https://youtu.be/lwl7e7-Vu7Y
https://youtu.be/1zGpADZMLSE
https://youtu.be/Dyf9B3UaEHw
https://youtu.be/Kb9v6dIWJs8
https://youtu.be/0pSneFpZJCE
Have you ever wondered what it takes to master the art of communication in the call center industry?
Summary:
In a captivating podcast episode, host Adrienne Barker sits down with Richard Blank, the CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center, to delve into the secrets of effective communication within the bustling world of call centers. Richard imparts his wisdom on creating personalized experiences, navigating cultural differences, and leaving a lasting impression on clients. Mr. Blank provides strategic advice on tailoring communication to resonate with diverse North American audiences and underscores the importance of thorough research before reaching out to potential clients. Furthermore, Richard tackles the issue of monotonous language in call centers, offering innovative solutions to foster dynamic and engaging interactions among team members.
Key Takeaways:
Personalized interactions are crucial for success in the call center industry.
Understanding cultural nuances can lead to more effective communication.
Making a memorable first impression is key to building lasting relationships.
Adapting communication styles for different regions can improve client engagement.
Conducting due diligence is essential before contacting prospects.
Overcoming the challenge of repetitive language can invigorate workplace communication.
Richard's insights have a significant impact on improving business interactions.
A Creative Approach to Sales Calls
I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me. We're good. Thanks. Hang up. But if I said, Adrian Barker speaks. How are you today? You'd probably say, who's this? Gotcha. So your defense goes from a 10 to a two. And I'll take that eight and move it into a forward motion. So guess who wins the first round? Chuck Wepner versus Ali. I did. Why? I anchored. Why? You didn't hang up on me.
Building Authentic Relationships in Customer Service
The clients and the companies that do their due diligence have better relationships when they custom make voicemails and emails and updating information. It just doesn't have to be so plastic. And so distant and foreign and where they keep calling you ma'am and sir, you can have a beautiful relationship with somebody on the phone that can save the day. Especially like when I've called into AAA before, a lot of those individuals are trained to have extended empathy.
Crafting unique phone interactions
But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15-year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company. And so when I leave a custom-made voicemail, make a custom-made email, or I try to anchor with this gatekeeper one, two, or three ways, if it's mystery shopping, if it's a due diligence, a callback, or just randomly throwing darts out there, you gotta hit the sizzle in the beginning of something they can relate with. They're just not gonna give that pass. These people kind of want you to be a little bit clever And so when I smile over the phone by saying the name of the company better than they do, I'm teaching them to stand up a little straighter. You sound terrible when you're answering the phone. Please let you know, have some pizzazz.
Energized Introduction and Personal Journey
You're so handsome. Oh my God, everyone. Okay, so here we are again. I think this is the sixth interview today, Richard. And I'm just so energized. I think I could go. I think I could do 100 live-a-thons and not have a problem. Okay, so I haven't met Richard. No prep needed. But I will tell you, I've seen his face and he looks exactly the same. What a good looking guy. I can't wait. So Richard, you got to introduce yourself. Tell us who you are. What are you doing? And I'm so glad to have you today. You look beautiful. You look beautiful. I have to say that you are a beautiful human being. so thank you so much i'm so happy to be with you and your amazing audience my name is richard blank i'm the proud ceo costa rica's call center i'm a long shot from northeast philly that actually followed his dreams got past parents guilt married the girl of my dreams and here we are today so it's a great story of twists and turns oh you married a costa rican woman I did. I married a tropical girl. I'm jealous. Sorry, but there's some beautiful, beautiful. I love that. So you're living your dream. So the call center. So you live in the dream in Costa Rica, but tell us about the call center. Well, it's a dedicated center and it's bilingual and we work with sales and customer support and back office support and non-voice support. I believe today most people are frustrated with omni-channel non-voice where they fill out forms or do chats and emails. You and I might press zero. We want to speak with somebody to retain our account, upsell maybe, possibly get a referral and At the end of the day, if they're dropping the ball, maybe we could tell them what to do and call the balls in the strikes so they can keep our business and not lose it. And so it's a very delicate relationship that you have to build a business. But there's so many amazing people out there that earn a living making and receiving phone calls. So hats off to those amazing warriors.
Humor and Strategy in Telemarketing Calls
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me.
Importance of Due Diligence in Sales
Of course I do. But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15 year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company.
Navigating the High-Pressure World of Telemarketing
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you.
Using the Buffer Boomerang Technique
All I know is that I slowed you down, calmed you down, got you out of the trance, said something you were familiar with, the name spike. And then you'll say, who is this? That's when we use a buffer boomerang technique. Adrian, that's an excellent question. My name is Richard Blank. Name drop buffer. Let him know it's an excellent question. Repeat the question so you don't have to repeat it. I got you. And then I send it back to you positive. It's readjusting tones. I'm not going to tell you my company yet. You're going to have to ask me another question. What's the name of your company? Once again, what a beautiful tone you have. We're at a 2 now or at a 3. We're not at a 10 at D. So it's nice motions. And now we're, what, a minute and a half in? Obviously, I got your pass to pitch. Let's say your son answered the phone. I'm going to let you know how charming and nice and a gentleman your son was.
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We are experienced and knowledgeable in business etiquette and protocol, and we offer personalized in-person education to help your employees handle themselves professionally during business events. Our training is designed to keep your employees comfortable and engaged, while equipping them with the skills they need to succeed.
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Our training includes a pre-meeting action plan, guidance on business card protocol, business customs and terminology, electronic communications, forms of address, eye signals and eye contact, world-class handshakes, global communication styles, global conversation skills, making an effective entrance and mingling, project cultural awareness, gift giving protocol, and strategic do's and don'ts.
At "The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence for Business Success," we understand the importance of soft skills and leadership skills in today's business world. That's why we offer etiquette education and training to help you develop these important skills. With our training, you can be confident that you have the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the international arena
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In this seminar, you will learn how to make a memorable entrance, work the room, and perfect your handshake - the ultimate greeting. You'll also learn effective mingling techniques, eye signals, and how to improve your dining proficiency. Our comprehensive training includes a four-course luncheon tutorial to help you master the art of dining etiquette.
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With our training, you can be confident that you have the knowledge and skills needed to master the art of business meals and succeed in any professional setting. Don't miss this opportunity to improve your dining etiquette and enhance your professional success!
The Difference is Adrienne
I'm Adrienne Barker, a seasoned Business Consultant with over 35 years of experience in mentoring and coaching. My specialties include LinkedIn lead generation, International Protocol and Corporate Etiquette, and Business Soft Skills workshop development. I provide customized training on cross-cultural communication, business etiquette, diplomacy, and other professional skills tailored to the specific needs of my clients.
Along with my consulting work, I am also actively involved in community initiatives as Co-Chair for SCORE and a member of the UCF Incubator Board in Daytona Beach. With a strong background in sales, marketing, and business development, I bring strategic thinking, effective communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and partners.
Whether it's through individual coaching or group workshops, I am committed to helping my clients develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their careers and achieve their goals. With a passion for podcast production and community involvement, I strive to make a positive impact in the lives of those around me.
Custom and Personalized Programs
At our company, we take the time to understand your goals and objectives, and work with you to develop a customized etiquette education plan that suits your unique needs. We believe that a one-size-fits-all approach doesn't work, so we offer tailored packages rather than packaged programs. As your partner, we work closely with you and become an extension of your business.
We specialize in providing soft skills training programs designed to help individuals and teams improve their communication, leadership, time management, and teamwork skills. Our practical approach ensures that we complement your current and future activities across various departments. We provide etiquette and protocol training for real-world situations, and focus on providing you not only with knowledge but also with practice.
With our customized solutions, we help you achieve your objectives and build a better, more effective team.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#ADRIENNEBARKER#RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #smallbusinesschronicles #successfulquitterspodcast #Saranunezbee
ADRIENNE BARKER, Richard Blank,Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS No Prep Needed guest CEO Richard Blank. An expert in the Business Process Outsourcing Industry.
Our Mission. Business Essential Skills Education. Dedicated to empowering our clients with the skills, knowledge, and support they need to succeed in the global business world
ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS, No Prep Needed is recorded in Daytona Beach, Florida, with superstar guests from all over the world.
Adrienne offers a candid conversation with zero prep. We go live, and each conversation features an honest talk with real professionals. The entire show is REAL!
We shine together, cry together, and offer the viewer conversations to help fuel your professional and personal life's success.
Effective Communication Strategies for Business Success w/ Richard Blank
https://youtu.be/HFjBxDm5PKQ
https://youtu.be/t5g0XeWzitg
https://youtu.be/Kb_XiNxQNDE
https://youtu.be/b18p4Cx0OUE
https://youtu.be/lwl7e7-Vu7Y
https://youtu.be/1zGpADZMLSE
https://youtu.be/Dyf9B3UaEHw
https://youtu.be/Kb9v6dIWJs8
https://youtu.be/0pSneFpZJCE
Have you ever wondered what it takes to master the art of communication in the call center industry?
Summary:
In a captivating podcast episode, host Adrienne Barker sits down with Richard Blank, the CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center, to delve into the secrets of effective communication within the bustling world of call centers. Richard imparts his wisdom on creating personalized experiences, navigating cultural differences, and leaving a lasting impression on clients. Mr. Blank provides strategic advice on tailoring communication to resonate with diverse North American audiences and underscores the importance of thorough research before reaching out to potential clients. Furthermore, Richard tackles the issue of monotonous language in call centers, offering innovative solutions to foster dynamic and engaging interactions among team members.
Key Takeaways:
Personalized interactions are crucial for success in the call center industry.
Understanding cultural nuances can lead to more effective communication.
Making a memorable first impression is key to building lasting relationships.
Adapting communication styles for different regions can improve client engagement.
Conducting due diligence is essential before contacting prospects.
Overcoming the challenge of repetitive language can invigorate workplace communication.
Richard's insights have a significant impact on improving business interactions.
A Creative Approach to Sales Calls
I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me. We're good. Thanks. Hang up. But if I said, Adrian Barker speaks. How are you today? You'd probably say, who's this? Gotcha. So your defense goes from a 10 to a two. And I'll take that eight and move it into a forward motion. So guess who wins the first round? Chuck Wepner versus Ali. I did. Why? I anchored. Why? You didn't hang up on me.
Building Authentic Relationships in Customer Service
The clients and the companies that do their due diligence have better relationships when they custom make voicemails and emails and updating information. It just doesn't have to be so plastic. And so distant and foreign and where they keep calling you ma'am and sir, you can have a beautiful relationship with somebody on the phone that can save the day. Especially like when I've called into AAA before, a lot of those individuals are trained to have extended empathy.
Crafting unique phone interactions
But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15-year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company. And so when I leave a custom-made voicemail, make a custom-made email, or I try to anchor with this gatekeeper one, two, or three ways, if it's mystery shopping, if it's a due diligence, a callback, or just randomly throwing darts out there, you gotta hit the sizzle in the beginning of something they can relate with. They're just not gonna give that pass. These people kind of want you to be a little bit clever And so when I smile over the phone by saying the name of the company better than they do, I'm teaching them to stand up a little straighter. You sound terrible when you're answering the phone. Please let you know, have some pizzazz.
Energized Introduction and Personal Journey
You're so handsome. Oh my God, everyone. Okay, so here we are again. I think this is the sixth interview today, Richard. And I'm just so energized. I think I could go. I think I could do 100 live-a-thons and not have a problem. Okay, so I haven't met Richard. No prep needed. But I will tell you, I've seen his face and he looks exactly the same. What a good looking guy. I can't wait. So Richard, you got to introduce yourself. Tell us who you are. What are you doing? And I'm so glad to have you today. You look beautiful. You look beautiful. I have to say that you are a beautiful human being. so thank you so much i'm so happy to be with you and your amazing audience my name is richard blank i'm the proud ceo costa rica's call center i'm a long shot from northeast philly that actually followed his dreams got past parents guilt married the girl of my dreams and here we are today so it's a great story of twists and turns oh you married a costa rican woman I did. I married a tropical girl. I'm jealous. Sorry, but there's some beautiful, beautiful. I love that. So you're living your dream. So the call center. So you live in the dream in Costa Rica, but tell us about the call center. Well, it's a dedicated center and it's bilingual and we work with sales and customer support and back office support and non-voice support. I believe today most people are frustrated with omni-channel non-voice where they fill out forms or do chats and emails. You and I might press zero. We want to speak with somebody to retain our account, upsell maybe, possibly get a referral and At the end of the day, if they're dropping the ball, maybe we could tell them what to do and call the balls in the strikes so they can keep our business and not lose it. And so it's a very delicate relationship that you have to build a business. But there's so many amazing people out there that earn a living making and receiving phone calls. So hats off to those amazing warriors.
Humor and Strategy in Telemarketing Calls
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me.
Importance of Due Diligence in Sales
Of course I do. But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15 year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company.
Navigating the High-Pressure World of Telemarketing
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you.
Using the Buffer Boomerang Technique
All I know is that I slowed you down, calmed you down, got you out of the trance, said something you were familiar with, the name spike. And then you'll say, who is this? That's when we use a buffer boomerang technique. Adrian, that's an excellent question. My name is Richard Blank. Name drop buffer. Let him know it's an excellent question. Repeat the question so you don't have to repeat it. I got you. And then I send it back to you positive. It's readjusting tones. I'm not going to tell you my company yet. You're going to have to ask me another question. What's the name of your company? Once again, what a beautiful tone you have. We're at a 2 now or at a 3. We're not at a 10 at D. So it's nice motions. And now we're, what, a minute and a half in? Obviously, I got your pass to pitch. Let's say your son answered the phone. I'm going to let you know how charming and nice and a gentleman your son was.
The Best in Education
We are experienced and knowledgeable in business etiquette and protocol, and we offer personalized in-person education to help your employees handle themselves professionally during business events. Our training is designed to keep your employees comfortable and engaged, while equipping them with the skills they need to succeed.
Our facilitation services for corporate retreats are a key ingredient in building a successful and engaged team. A retreat is not just a fun getaway; it is also a valuable business tool that allows your executive team to work together towards a common goal - success. By working away from the office and in new surroundings that inspire creativity and togetherness, your team can focus on projects that will have a substantial payoff for your organization.
At our company, we understand the importance of retreats and provide the necessary guidance and support to ensure your event is a success. We work closely with your team to create a customized retreat that aligns with your organization's goals and objectives. Our services are designed to help your team bond, collaborate, and come away with a renewed sense of purpose and energy.
Keep your employees educated, happy and successful
At Professional Global Etiquette, we recognize the significance of having a competitive advantage in today's business world. That's why we offer customized training in business protocol and etiquette that help both companies and employees build successful enterprises.
Our personalized approach involves understanding your needs and goals, developing workshops and presentations that meet your specific requirements, and giving you the social skills necessary to thrive in the global marketplace.
We prioritize not just the effectiveness of our training, but also its interactivity and entertainment value. We believe that learning should be enjoyable, and our style is filled with wit, charm, and humor. Our classes are engaging, entertaining, and effective in ensuring that you retain the information.
With Professional Global Etiquette, you can confidently build the skills you and your team require to succeed in today's business world while enjoying the learning experience.
The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence For Business Success
"The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence for Business Success" offers practical strategies to help you compete in today's global economy. We provide comprehensive training in protocol and personal diplomacy, as well as practical advice on key areas such as negotiating, making a good first impression, and being aware of rank and status.
Our training includes a pre-meeting action plan, guidance on business card protocol, business customs and terminology, electronic communications, forms of address, eye signals and eye contact, world-class handshakes, global communication styles, global conversation skills, making an effective entrance and mingling, project cultural awareness, gift giving protocol, and strategic do's and don'ts.
At "The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence for Business Success," we understand the importance of soft skills and leadership skills in today's business world. That's why we offer etiquette education and training to help you develop these important skills. With our training, you can be confident that you have the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the international arena
"Savvy Dining: Mastering the Art of Business Meals
"Savvy Dining: Mastering the Art of Business Meals for Professional Success" is a dynamic one-day seminar that provides you with the ultimate business tool to help you succeed in a rapidly expanding global economy. This seminar offers practical tips and strategies to distinguish yourself from the competition in situations where business may be promoted or conducted.
In this seminar, you will learn how to make a memorable entrance, work the room, and perfect your handshake - the ultimate greeting. You'll also learn effective mingling techniques, eye signals, and how to improve your dining proficiency. Our comprehensive training includes a four-course luncheon tutorial to help you master the art of dining etiquette.
In addition to learning dining etiquette, you'll also gain insight into host and guest duties, silverware savvy, styles of eating, and the silent service code. At "Savvy Dining," we understand the importance of soft skills and leadership skills in today's business world. That's why we offer etiquette education and training to help you develop these important skills.
With our training, you can be confident that you have the knowledge and skills needed to master the art of business meals and succeed in any professional setting. Don't miss this opportunity to improve your dining etiquette and enhance your professional success!
The Difference is Adrienne
I'm Adrienne Barker, a seasoned Business Consultant with over 35 years of experience in mentoring and coaching. My specialties include LinkedIn lead generation, International Protocol and Corporate Etiquette, and Business Soft Skills workshop development. I provide customized training on cross-cultural communication, business etiquette, diplomacy, and other professional skills tailored to the specific needs of my clients.
Along with my consulting work, I am also actively involved in community initiatives as Co-Chair for SCORE and a member of the UCF Incubator Board in Daytona Beach. With a strong background in sales, marketing, and business development, I bring strategic thinking, effective communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and partners.
Whether it's through individual coaching or group workshops, I am committed to helping my clients develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their careers and achieve their goals. With a passion for podcast production and community involvement, I strive to make a positive impact in the lives of those around me.
Custom and Personalized Programs
At our company, we take the time to understand your goals and objectives, and work with you to develop a customized etiquette education plan that suits your unique needs. We believe that a one-size-fits-all approach doesn't work, so we offer tailored packages rather than packaged programs. As your partner, we work closely with you and become an extension of your business.
We specialize in providing soft skills training programs designed to help individuals and teams improve their communication, leadership, time management, and teamwork skills. Our practical approach ensures that we complement your current and future activities across various departments. We provide etiquette and protocol training for real-world situations, and focus on providing you not only with knowledge but also with practice.
With our customized solutions, we help you achieve your objectives and build a better, more effective team.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#ADRIENNEBARKER#RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #smallbusinesschronicles #successfulquitterspodcast #Saranunezbee
ADRIENNE BARKER, Richard Blank,Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS No Prep Needed guest CEO Richard Blank. An expert in the Business Process Outsourcing Industry.
Our Mission. Business Essential Skills Education. Dedicated to empowering our clients with the skills, knowledge, and support they need to succeed in the global business world
ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS, No Prep Needed is recorded in Daytona Beach, Florida, with superstar guests from all over the world.
Adrienne offers a candid conversation with zero prep. We go live, and each conversation features an honest talk with real professionals. The entire show is REAL!
We shine together, cry together, and offer the viewer conversations to help fuel your professional and personal life's success.
Effective Communication Strategies for Business Success w/ Richard Blank
https://youtu.be/HFjBxDm5PKQ
https://youtu.be/t5g0XeWzitg
https://youtu.be/Kb_XiNxQNDE
https://youtu.be/b18p4Cx0OUE
https://youtu.be/lwl7e7-Vu7Y
https://youtu.be/1zGpADZMLSE
https://youtu.be/Dyf9B3UaEHw
https://youtu.be/Kb9v6dIWJs8
https://youtu.be/0pSneFpZJCE
Have you ever wondered what it takes to master the art of communication in the call center industry?
Summary:
In a captivating podcast episode, host Adrienne Barker sits down with Richard Blank, the CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center, to delve into the secrets of effective communication within the bustling world of call centers. Richard imparts his wisdom on creating personalized experiences, navigating cultural differences, and leaving a lasting impression on clients. Mr. Blank provides strategic advice on tailoring communication to resonate with diverse North American audiences and underscores the importance of thorough research before reaching out to potential clients. Furthermore, Richard tackles the issue of monotonous language in call centers, offering innovative solutions to foster dynamic and engaging interactions among team members.
Key Takeaways:
Personalized interactions are crucial for success in the call center industry.
Understanding cultural nuances can lead to more effective communication.
Making a memorable first impression is key to building lasting relationships.
Adapting communication styles for different regions can improve client engagement.
Conducting due diligence is essential before contacting prospects.
Overcoming the challenge of repetitive language can invigorate workplace communication.
Richard's insights have a significant impact on improving business interactions.
A Creative Approach to Sales Calls
I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me. We're good. Thanks. Hang up. But if I said, Adrian Barker speaks. How are you today? You'd probably say, who's this? Gotcha. So your defense goes from a 10 to a two. And I'll take that eight and move it into a forward motion. So guess who wins the first round? Chuck Wepner versus Ali. I did. Why? I anchored. Why? You didn't hang up on me.
Building Authentic Relationships in Customer Service
The clients and the companies that do their due diligence have better relationships when they custom make voicemails and emails and updating information. It just doesn't have to be so plastic. And so distant and foreign and where they keep calling you ma'am and sir, you can have a beautiful relationship with somebody on the phone that can save the day. Especially like when I've called into AAA before, a lot of those individuals are trained to have extended empathy.
Crafting unique phone interactions
But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15-year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company. And so when I leave a custom-made voicemail, make a custom-made email, or I try to anchor with this gatekeeper one, two, or three ways, if it's mystery shopping, if it's a due diligence, a callback, or just randomly throwing darts out there, you gotta hit the sizzle in the beginning of something they can relate with. They're just not gonna give that pass. These people kind of want you to be a little bit clever And so when I smile over the phone by saying the name of the company better than they do, I'm teaching them to stand up a little straighter. You sound terrible when you're answering the phone. Please let you know, have some pizzazz.
Energized Introduction and Personal Journey
You're so handsome. Oh my God, everyone. Okay, so here we are again. I think this is the sixth interview today, Richard. And I'm just so energized. I think I could go. I think I could do 100 live-a-thons and not have a problem. Okay, so I haven't met Richard. No prep needed. But I will tell you, I've seen his face and he looks exactly the same. What a good looking guy. I can't wait. So Richard, you got to introduce yourself. Tell us who you are. What are you doing? And I'm so glad to have you today. You look beautiful. You look beautiful. I have to say that you are a beautiful human being. so thank you so much i'm so happy to be with you and your amazing audience my name is richard blank i'm the proud ceo costa rica's call center i'm a long shot from northeast philly that actually followed his dreams got past parents guilt married the girl of my dreams and here we are today so it's a great story of twists and turns oh you married a costa rican woman I did. I married a tropical girl. I'm jealous. Sorry, but there's some beautiful, beautiful. I love that. So you're living your dream. So the call center. So you live in the dream in Costa Rica, but tell us about the call center. Well, it's a dedicated center and it's bilingual and we work with sales and customer support and back office support and non-voice support. I believe today most people are frustrated with omni-channel non-voice where they fill out forms or do chats and emails. You and I might press zero. We want to speak with somebody to retain our account, upsell maybe, possibly get a referral and At the end of the day, if they're dropping the ball, maybe we could tell them what to do and call the balls in the strikes so they can keep our business and not lose it. And so it's a very delicate relationship that you have to build a business. But there's so many amazing people out there that earn a living making and receiving phone calls. So hats off to those amazing warriors.
Humor and Strategy in Telemarketing Calls
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me.
Importance of Due Diligence in Sales
Of course I do. But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15 year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company.
Navigating the High-Pressure World of Telemarketing
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you.
Using the Buffer Boomerang Technique
All I know is that I slowed you down, calmed you down, got you out of the trance, said something you were familiar with, the name spike. And then you'll say, who is this? That's when we use a buffer boomerang technique. Adrian, that's an excellent question. My name is Richard Blank. Name drop buffer. Let him know it's an excellent question. Repeat the question so you don't have to repeat it. I got you. And then I send it back to you positive. It's readjusting tones. I'm not going to tell you my company yet. You're going to have to ask me another question. What's the name of your company? Once again, what a beautiful tone you have. We're at a 2 now or at a 3. We're not at a 10 at D. So it's nice motions. And now we're, what, a minute and a half in? Obviously, I got your pass to pitch. Let's say your son answered the phone. I'm going to let you know how charming and nice and a gentleman your son was.
The Best in Education
We are experienced and knowledgeable in business etiquette and protocol, and we offer personalized in-person education to help your employees handle themselves professionally during business events. Our training is designed to keep your employees comfortable and engaged, while equipping them with the skills they need to succeed.
Our facilitation services for corporate retreats are a key ingredient in building a successful and engaged team. A retreat is not just a fun getaway; it is also a valuable business tool that allows your executive team to work together towards a common goal - success. By working away from the office and in new surroundings that inspire creativity and togetherness, your team can focus on projects that will have a substantial payoff for your organization.
At our company, we understand the importance of retreats and provide the necessary guidance and support to ensure your event is a success. We work closely with your team to create a customized retreat that aligns with your organization's goals and objectives. Our services are designed to help your team bond, collaborate, and come away with a renewed sense of purpose and energy.
Keep your employees educated, happy and successful
At Professional Global Etiquette, we recognize the significance of having a competitive advantage in today's business world. That's why we offer customized training in business protocol and etiquette that help both companies and employees build successful enterprises.
Our personalized approach involves understanding your needs and goals, developing workshops and presentations that meet your specific requirements, and giving you the social skills necessary to thrive in the global marketplace.
We prioritize not just the effectiveness of our training, but also its interactivity and entertainment value. We believe that learning should be enjoyable, and our style is filled with wit, charm, and humor. Our classes are engaging, entertaining, and effective in ensuring that you retain the information.
With Professional Global Etiquette, you can confidently build the skills you and your team require to succeed in today's business world while enjoying the learning experience.
The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence For Business Success
"The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence for Business Success" offers practical strategies to help you compete in today's global economy. We provide comprehensive training in protocol and personal diplomacy, as well as practical advice on key areas such as negotiating, making a good first impression, and being aware of rank and status.
Our training includes a pre-meeting action plan, guidance on business card protocol, business customs and terminology, electronic communications, forms of address, eye signals and eye contact, world-class handshakes, global communication styles, global conversation skills, making an effective entrance and mingling, project cultural awareness, gift giving protocol, and strategic do's and don'ts.
At "The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence for Business Success," we understand the importance of soft skills and leadership skills in today's business world. That's why we offer etiquette education and training to help you develop these important skills. With our training, you can be confident that you have the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the international arena
"Savvy Dining: Mastering the Art of Business Meals
"Savvy Dining: Mastering the Art of Business Meals for Professional Success" is a dynamic one-day seminar that provides you with the ultimate business tool to help you succeed in a rapidly expanding global economy. This seminar offers practical tips and strategies to distinguish yourself from the competition in situations where business may be promoted or conducted.
In this seminar, you will learn how to make a memorable entrance, work the room, and perfect your handshake - the ultimate greeting. You'll also learn effective mingling techniques, eye signals, and how to improve your dining proficiency. Our comprehensive training includes a four-course luncheon tutorial to help you master the art of dining etiquette.
In addition to learning dining etiquette, you'll also gain insight into host and guest duties, silverware savvy, styles of eating, and the silent service code. At "Savvy Dining," we understand the importance of soft skills and leadership skills in today's business world. That's why we offer etiquette education and training to help you develop these important skills.
With our training, you can be confident that you have the knowledge and skills needed to master the art of business meals and succeed in any professional setting. Don't miss this opportunity to improve your dining etiquette and enhance your professional success!
The Difference is Adrienne
I'm Adrienne Barker, a seasoned Business Consultant with over 35 years of experience in mentoring and coaching. My specialties include LinkedIn lead generation, International Protocol and Corporate Etiquette, and Business Soft Skills workshop development. I provide customized training on cross-cultural communication, business etiquette, diplomacy, and other professional skills tailored to the specific needs of my clients.
Along with my consulting work, I am also actively involved in community initiatives as Co-Chair for SCORE and a member of the UCF Incubator Board in Daytona Beach. With a strong background in sales, marketing, and business development, I bring strategic thinking, effective communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and partners.
Whether it's through individual coaching or group workshops, I am committed to helping my clients develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their careers and achieve their goals. With a passion for podcast production and community involvement, I strive to make a positive impact in the lives of those around me.
Custom and Personalized Programs
At our company, we take the time to understand your goals and objectives, and work with you to develop a customized etiquette education plan that suits your unique needs. We believe that a one-size-fits-all approach doesn't work, so we offer tailored packages rather than packaged programs. As your partner, we work closely with you and become an extension of your business.
We specialize in providing soft skills training programs designed to help individuals and teams improve their communication, leadership, time management, and teamwork skills. Our practical approach ensures that we complement your current and future activities across various departments. We provide etiquette and protocol training for real-world situations, and focus on providing you not only with knowledge but also with practice.
With our customized solutions, we help you achieve your objectives and build a better, more effective team.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#ADRIENNEBARKER#RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #smallbusinesschronicles #successfulquitterspodcast #Saranunezbee
ADRIENNE BARKER, Richard Blank,Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS No Prep Needed guest CEO Richard Blank. An expert in the Business Process Outsourcing Industry.
Our Mission. Business Essential Skills Education. Dedicated to empowering our clients with the skills, knowledge, and support they need to succeed in the global business world
ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS, No Prep Needed is recorded in Daytona Beach, Florida, with superstar guests from all over the world.
Adrienne offers a candid conversation with zero prep. We go live, and each conversation features an honest talk with real professionals. The entire show is REAL!
We shine together, cry together, and offer the viewer conversations to help fuel your professional and personal life's success.
Effective Communication Strategies for Business Success w/ Richard Blank
https://youtu.be/HFjBxDm5PKQ
https://youtu.be/t5g0XeWzitg
https://youtu.be/Kb_XiNxQNDE
https://youtu.be/b18p4Cx0OUE
https://youtu.be/lwl7e7-Vu7Y
https://youtu.be/1zGpADZMLSE
https://youtu.be/Dyf9B3UaEHw
https://youtu.be/Kb9v6dIWJs8
https://youtu.be/0pSneFpZJCE
Have you ever wondered what it takes to master the art of communication in the call center industry?
Summary:
In a captivating podcast episode, host Adrienne Barker sits down with Richard Blank, the CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center, to delve into the secrets of effective communication within the bustling world of call centers. Richard imparts his wisdom on creating personalized experiences, navigating cultural differences, and leaving a lasting impression on clients. Mr. Blank provides strategic advice on tailoring communication to resonate with diverse North American audiences and underscores the importance of thorough research before reaching out to potential clients. Furthermore, Richard tackles the issue of monotonous language in call centers, offering innovative solutions to foster dynamic and engaging interactions among team members.
Key Takeaways:
Personalized interactions are crucial for success in the call center industry.
Understanding cultural nuances can lead to more effective communication.
Making a memorable first impression is key to building lasting relationships.
Adapting communication styles for different regions can improve client engagement.
Conducting due diligence is essential before contacting prospects.
Overcoming the challenge of repetitive language can invigorate workplace communication.
Richard's insights have a significant impact on improving business interactions.
A Creative Approach to Sales Calls
I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me. We're good. Thanks. Hang up. But if I said, Adrian Barker speaks. How are you today? You'd probably say, who's this? Gotcha. So your defense goes from a 10 to a two. And I'll take that eight and move it into a forward motion. So guess who wins the first round? Chuck Wepner versus Ali. I did. Why? I anchored. Why? You didn't hang up on me.
Building Authentic Relationships in Customer Service
The clients and the companies that do their due diligence have better relationships when they custom make voicemails and emails and updating information. It just doesn't have to be so plastic. And so distant and foreign and where they keep calling you ma'am and sir, you can have a beautiful relationship with somebody on the phone that can save the day. Especially like when I've called into AAA before, a lot of those individuals are trained to have extended empathy.
Crafting unique phone interactions
But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15-year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company. And so when I leave a custom-made voicemail, make a custom-made email, or I try to anchor with this gatekeeper one, two, or three ways, if it's mystery shopping, if it's a due diligence, a callback, or just randomly throwing darts out there, you gotta hit the sizzle in the beginning of something they can relate with. They're just not gonna give that pass. These people kind of want you to be a little bit clever And so when I smile over the phone by saying the name of the company better than they do, I'm teaching them to stand up a little straighter. You sound terrible when you're answering the phone. Please let you know, have some pizzazz.
Energized Introduction and Personal Journey
You're so handsome. Oh my God, everyone. Okay, so here we are again. I think this is the sixth interview today, Richard. And I'm just so energized. I think I could go. I think I could do 100 live-a-thons and not have a problem. Okay, so I haven't met Richard. No prep needed. But I will tell you, I've seen his face and he looks exactly the same. What a good looking guy. I can't wait. So Richard, you got to introduce yourself. Tell us who you are. What are you doing? And I'm so glad to have you today. You look beautiful. You look beautiful. I have to say that you are a beautiful human being. so thank you so much i'm so happy to be with you and your amazing audience my name is richard blank i'm the proud ceo costa rica's call center i'm a long shot from northeast philly that actually followed his dreams got past parents guilt married the girl of my dreams and here we are today so it's a great story of twists and turns oh you married a costa rican woman I did. I married a tropical girl. I'm jealous. Sorry, but there's some beautiful, beautiful. I love that. So you're living your dream. So the call center. So you live in the dream in Costa Rica, but tell us about the call center. Well, it's a dedicated center and it's bilingual and we work with sales and customer support and back office support and non-voice support. I believe today most people are frustrated with omni-channel non-voice where they fill out forms or do chats and emails. You and I might press zero. We want to speak with somebody to retain our account, upsell maybe, possibly get a referral and At the end of the day, if they're dropping the ball, maybe we could tell them what to do and call the balls in the strikes so they can keep our business and not lose it. And so it's a very delicate relationship that you have to build a business. But there's so many amazing people out there that earn a living making and receiving phone calls. So hats off to those amazing warriors.
Humor and Strategy in Telemarketing Calls
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me.
Importance of Due Diligence in Sales
Of course I do. But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15 year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company.
Navigating the High-Pressure World of Telemarketing
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you.
Using the Buffer Boomerang Technique
All I know is that I slowed you down, calmed you down, got you out of the trance, said something you were familiar with, the name spike. And then you'll say, who is this? That's when we use a buffer boomerang technique. Adrian, that's an excellent question. My name is Richard Blank. Name drop buffer. Let him know it's an excellent question. Repeat the question so you don't have to repeat it. I got you. And then I send it back to you positive. It's readjusting tones. I'm not going to tell you my company yet. You're going to have to ask me another question. What's the name of your company? Once again, what a beautiful tone you have. We're at a 2 now or at a 3. We're not at a 10 at D. So it's nice motions. And now we're, what, a minute and a half in? Obviously, I got your pass to pitch. Let's say your son answered the phone. I'm going to let you know how charming and nice and a gentleman your son was.
The Best in Education
We are experienced and knowledgeable in business etiquette and protocol, and we offer personalized in-person education to help your employees handle themselves professionally during business events. Our training is designed to keep your employees comfortable and engaged, while equipping them with the skills they need to succeed.
Our facilitation services for corporate retreats are a key ingredient in building a successful and engaged team. A retreat is not just a fun getaway; it is also a valuable business tool that allows your executive team to work together towards a common goal - success. By working away from the office and in new surroundings that inspire creativity and togetherness, your team can focus on projects that will have a substantial payoff for your organization.
At our company, we understand the importance of retreats and provide the necessary guidance and support to ensure your event is a success. We work closely with your team to create a customized retreat that aligns with your organization's goals and objectives. Our services are designed to help your team bond, collaborate, and come away with a renewed sense of purpose and energy.
Keep your employees educated, happy and successful
At Professional Global Etiquette, we recognize the significance of having a competitive advantage in today's business world. That's why we offer customized training in business protocol and etiquette that help both companies and employees build successful enterprises.
Our personalized approach involves understanding your needs and goals, developing workshops and presentations that meet your specific requirements, and giving you the social skills necessary to thrive in the global marketplace.
We prioritize not just the effectiveness of our training, but also its interactivity and entertainment value. We believe that learning should be enjoyable, and our style is filled with wit, charm, and humor. Our classes are engaging, entertaining, and effective in ensuring that you retain the information.
With Professional Global Etiquette, you can confidently build the skills you and your team require to succeed in today's business world while enjoying the learning experience.
The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence For Business Success
"The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence for Business Success" offers practical strategies to help you compete in today's global economy. We provide comprehensive training in protocol and personal diplomacy, as well as practical advice on key areas such as negotiating, making a good first impression, and being aware of rank and status.
Our training includes a pre-meeting action plan, guidance on business card protocol, business customs and terminology, electronic communications, forms of address, eye signals and eye contact, world-class handshakes, global communication styles, global conversation skills, making an effective entrance and mingling, project cultural awareness, gift giving protocol, and strategic do's and don'ts.
At "The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence for Business Success," we understand the importance of soft skills and leadership skills in today's business world. That's why we offer etiquette education and training to help you develop these important skills. With our training, you can be confident that you have the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the international arena
"Savvy Dining: Mastering the Art of Business Meals
"Savvy Dining: Mastering the Art of Business Meals for Professional Success" is a dynamic one-day seminar that provides you with the ultimate business tool to help you succeed in a rapidly expanding global economy. This seminar offers practical tips and strategies to distinguish yourself from the competition in situations where business may be promoted or conducted.
In this seminar, you will learn how to make a memorable entrance, work the room, and perfect your handshake - the ultimate greeting. You'll also learn effective mingling techniques, eye signals, and how to improve your dining proficiency. Our comprehensive training includes a four-course luncheon tutorial to help you master the art of dining etiquette.
In addition to learning dining etiquette, you'll also gain insight into host and guest duties, silverware savvy, styles of eating, and the silent service code. At "Savvy Dining," we understand the importance of soft skills and leadership skills in today's business world. That's why we offer etiquette education and training to help you develop these important skills.
With our training, you can be confident that you have the knowledge and skills needed to master the art of business meals and succeed in any professional setting. Don't miss this opportunity to improve your dining etiquette and enhance your professional success!
The Difference is Adrienne
I'm Adrienne Barker, a seasoned Business Consultant with over 35 years of experience in mentoring and coaching. My specialties include LinkedIn lead generation, International Protocol and Corporate Etiquette, and Business Soft Skills workshop development. I provide customized training on cross-cultural communication, business etiquette, diplomacy, and other professional skills tailored to the specific needs of my clients.
Along with my consulting work, I am also actively involved in community initiatives as Co-Chair for SCORE and a member of the UCF Incubator Board in Daytona Beach. With a strong background in sales, marketing, and business development, I bring strategic thinking, effective communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and partners.
Whether it's through individual coaching or group workshops, I am committed to helping my clients develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their careers and achieve their goals. With a passion for podcast production and community involvement, I strive to make a positive impact in the lives of those around me.
Custom and Personalized Programs
At our company, we take the time to understand your goals and objectives, and work with you to develop a customized etiquette education plan that suits your unique needs. We believe that a one-size-fits-all approach doesn't work, so we offer tailored packages rather than packaged programs. As your partner, we work closely with you and become an extension of your business.
We specialize in providing soft skills training programs designed to help individuals and teams improve their communication, leadership, time management, and teamwork skills. Our practical approach ensures that we complement your current and future activities across various departments. We provide etiquette and protocol training for real-world situations, and focus on providing you not only with knowledge but also with practice.
With our customized solutions, we help you achieve your objectives and build a better, more effective team.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#ADRIENNEBARKER#RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #smallbusinesschronicles #successfulquitterspodcast #Saranunezbee
ADRIENNE BARKER, Richard Blank,Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS No Prep Needed guest CEO Richard Blank. An expert in the Business Process Outsourcing Industry.
Our Mission. Business Essential Skills Education. Dedicated to empowering our clients with the skills, knowledge, and support they need to succeed in the global business world
ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS, No Prep Needed is recorded in Daytona Beach, Florida, with superstar guests from all over the world.
Adrienne offers a candid conversation with zero prep. We go live, and each conversation features an honest talk with real professionals. The entire show is REAL!
We shine together, cry together, and offer the viewer conversations to help fuel your professional and personal life's success.
Effective Communication Strategies for Business Success w/ Richard Blank
https://youtu.be/HFjBxDm5PKQ
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to master the art of communication in the call center industry?
Summary:
In a captivating podcast episode, host Adrienne Barker sits down with Richard Blank, the CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center, to delve into the secrets of effective communication within the bustling world of call centers. Richard imparts his wisdom on creating personalized experiences, navigating cultural differences, and leaving a lasting impression on clients. Mr. Blank provides strategic advice on tailoring communication to resonate with diverse North American audiences and underscores the importance of thorough research before reaching out to potential clients. Furthermore, Richard tackles the issue of monotonous language in call centers, offering innovative solutions to foster dynamic and engaging interactions among team members.
Key Takeaways:
Personalized interactions are crucial for success in the call center industry.
Understanding cultural nuances can lead to more effective communication.
Making a memorable first impression is key to building lasting relationships.
Adapting communication styles for different regions can improve client engagement.
Conducting due diligence is essential before contacting prospects.
Overcoming the challenge of repetitive language can invigorate workplace communication.
Richard's insights have a significant impact on improving business interactions.
A Creative Approach to Sales Calls
I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me. We're good. Thanks. Hang up. But if I said, Adrian Barker speaks. How are you today? You'd probably say, who's this? Gotcha. So your defense goes from a 10 to a two. And I'll take that eight and move it into a forward motion. So guess who wins the first round? Chuck Wepner versus Ali. I did. Why? I anchored. Why? You didn't hang up on me.
Building Authentic Relationships in Customer Service
The clients and the companies that do their due diligence have better relationships when they custom make voicemails and emails and updating information. It just doesn't have to be so plastic. And so distant and foreign and where they keep calling you ma'am and sir, you can have a beautiful relationship with somebody on the phone that can save the day. Especially like when I've called into AAA before, a lot of those individuals are trained to have extended empathy.
Crafting unique phone interactions
But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15-year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company. And so when I leave a custom-made voicemail, make a custom-made email, or I try to anchor with this gatekeeper one, two, or three ways, if it's mystery shopping, if it's a due diligence, a callback, or just randomly throwing darts out there, you gotta hit the sizzle in the beginning of something they can relate with. They're just not gonna give that pass. These people kind of want you to be a little bit clever And so when I smile over the phone by saying the name of the company better than they do, I'm teaching them to stand up a little straighter. You sound terrible when you're answering the phone. Please let you know, have some pizzazz.
Energized Introduction and Personal Journey
You're so handsome. Oh my God, everyone. Okay, so here we are again. I think this is the sixth interview today, Richard. And I'm just so energized. I think I could go. I think I could do 100 live-a-thons and not have a problem. Okay, so I haven't met Richard. No prep needed. But I will tell you, I've seen his face and he looks exactly the same. What a good looking guy. I can't wait. So Richard, you got to introduce yourself. Tell us who you are. What are you doing? And I'm so glad to have you today. You look beautiful. You look beautiful. I have to say that you are a beautiful human being. so thank you so much i'm so happy to be with you and your amazing audience my name is richard blank i'm the proud ceo costa rica's call center i'm a long shot from northeast philly that actually followed his dreams got past parents guilt married the girl of my dreams and here we are today so it's a great story of twists and turns oh you married a costa rican woman I did. I married a tropical girl. I'm jealous. Sorry, but there's some beautiful, beautiful. I love that. So you're living your dream. So the call center. So you live in the dream in Costa Rica, but tell us about the call center. Well, it's a dedicated center and it's bilingual and we work with sales and customer support and back office support and non-voice support. I believe today most people are frustrated with omni-channel non-voice where they fill out forms or do chats and emails. You and I might press zero. We want to speak with somebody to retain our account, upsell maybe, possibly get a referral and At the end of the day, if they're dropping the ball, maybe we could tell them what to do and call the balls in the strikes so they can keep our business and not lose it. And so it's a very delicate relationship that you have to build a business. But there's so many amazing people out there that earn a living making and receiving phone calls. So hats off to those amazing warriors.
Humor and Strategy in Telemarketing Calls
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me.
Importance of Due Diligence in Sales
Of course I do. But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15 year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company.
Navigating the High-Pressure World of Telemarketing
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you.
Using the Buffer Boomerang Technique
All I know is that I slowed you down, calmed you down, got you out of the trance, said something you were familiar with, the name spike. And then you'll say, who is this? That's when we use a buffer boomerang technique. Adrian, that's an excellent question. My name is Richard Blank. Name drop buffer. Let him know it's an excellent question. Repeat the question so you don't have to repeat it. I got you. And then I send it back to you positive. It's readjusting tones. I'm not going to tell you my company yet. You're going to have to ask me another question. What's the name of your company? Once again, what a beautiful tone you have. We're at a 2 now or at a 3. We're not at a 10 at D. So it's nice motions. And now we're, what, a minute and a half in? Obviously, I got your pass to pitch. Let's say your son answered the phone. I'm going to let you know how charming and nice and a gentleman your son was.
The Best in Education
We are experienced and knowledgeable in business etiquette and protocol, and we offer personalized in-person education to help your employees handle themselves professionally during business events. Our training is designed to keep your employees comfortable and engaged, while equipping them with the skills they need to succeed.
Our facilitation services for corporate retreats are a key ingredient in building a successful and engaged team. A retreat is not just a fun getaway; it is also a valuable business tool that allows your executive team to work together towards a common goal - success. By working away from the office and in new surroundings that inspire creativity and togetherness, your team can focus on projects that will have a substantial payoff for your organization.
At our company, we understand the importance of retreats and provide the necessary guidance and support to ensure your event is a success. We work closely with your team to create a customized retreat that aligns with your organization's goals and objectives. Our services are designed to help your team bond, collaborate, and come away with a renewed sense of purpose and energy.
Keep your employees educated, happy and successful
At Professional Global Etiquette, we recognize the significance of having a competitive advantage in today's business world. That's why we offer customized training in business protocol and etiquette that help both companies and employees build successful enterprises.
Our personalized approach involves understanding your needs and goals, developing workshops and presentations that meet your specific requirements, and giving you the social skills necessary to thrive in the global marketplace.
We prioritize not just the effectiveness of our training, but also its interactivity and entertainment value. We believe that learning should be enjoyable, and our style is filled with wit, charm, and humor. Our classes are engaging, entertaining, and effective in ensuring that you retain the information.
With Professional Global Etiquette, you can confidently build the skills you and your team require to succeed in today's business world while enjoying the learning experience.
The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence For Business Success
"The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence for Business Success" offers practical strategies to help you compete in today's global economy. We provide comprehensive training in protocol and personal diplomacy, as well as practical advice on key areas such as negotiating, making a good first impression, and being aware of rank and status.
Our training includes a pre-meeting action plan, guidance on business card protocol, business customs and terminology, electronic communications, forms of address, eye signals and eye contact, world-class handshakes, global communication styles, global conversation skills, making an effective entrance and mingling, project cultural awareness, gift giving protocol, and strategic do's and don'ts.
At "The Global Advantage: Building Cultural Competence for Business Success," we understand the importance of soft skills and leadership skills in today's business world. That's why we offer etiquette education and training to help you develop these important skills. With our training, you can be confident that you have the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the international arena
"Savvy Dining: Mastering the Art of Business Meals
"Savvy Dining: Mastering the Art of Business Meals for Professional Success" is a dynamic one-day seminar that provides you with the ultimate business tool to help you succeed in a rapidly expanding global economy. This seminar offers practical tips and strategies to distinguish yourself from the competition in situations where business may be promoted or conducted.
In this seminar, you will learn how to make a memorable entrance, work the room, and perfect your handshake - the ultimate greeting. You'll also learn effective mingling techniques, eye signals, and how to improve your dining proficiency. Our comprehensive training includes a four-course luncheon tutorial to help you master the art of dining etiquette.
In addition to learning dining etiquette, you'll also gain insight into host and guest duties, silverware savvy, styles of eating, and the silent service code. At "Savvy Dining," we understand the importance of soft skills and leadership skills in today's business world. That's why we offer etiquette education and training to help you develop these important skills.
With our training, you can be confident that you have the knowledge and skills needed to master the art of business meals and succeed in any professional setting. Don't miss this opportunity to improve your dining etiquette and enhance your professional success!
The Difference is Adrienne
I'm Adrienne Barker, a seasoned Business Consultant with over 35 years of experience in mentoring and coaching. My specialties include LinkedIn lead generation, International Protocol and Corporate Etiquette, and Business Soft Skills workshop development. I provide customized training on cross-cultural communication, business etiquette, diplomacy, and other professional skills tailored to the specific needs of my clients.
Along with my consulting work, I am also actively involved in community initiatives as Co-Chair for SCORE and a member of the UCF Incubator Board in Daytona Beach. With a strong background in sales, marketing, and business development, I bring strategic thinking, effective communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and partners.
Whether it's through individual coaching or group workshops, I am committed to helping my clients develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their careers and achieve their goals. With a passion for podcast production and community involvement, I strive to make a positive impact in the lives of those around me.
Custom and Personalized Programs
At our company, we take the time to understand your goals and objectives, and work with you to develop a customized etiquette education plan that suits your unique needs. We believe that a one-size-fits-all approach doesn't work, so we offer tailored packages rather than packaged programs. As your partner, we work closely with you and become an extension of your business.
We specialize in providing soft skills training programs designed to help individuals and teams improve their communication, leadership, time management, and teamwork skills. Our practical approach ensures that we complement your current and future activities across various departments. We provide etiquette and protocol training for real-world situations, and focus on providing you not only with knowledge but also with practice.
With our customized solutions, we help you achieve your objectives and build a better, more effective team.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#ADRIENNEBARKER#RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #smallbusinesschronicles #successfulquitterspodcast #Saranunezbee
ADRIENNE BARKER, Richard Blank,Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS No Prep Needed guest CEO Richard Blank. An expert in the Business Process Outsourcing Industry.
Our Mission. Business Essential Skills Education. Dedicated to empowering our clients with the skills, knowledge, and support they need to succeed in the global business world
ADRIENNE BARKER SPEAKS, No Prep Needed is recorded in Daytona Beach, Florida, with superstar guests from all over the world.
Adrienne offers a candid conversation with zero prep. We go live, and each conversation features an honest talk with real professionals. The entire show is REAL!
We shine together, cry together, and offer the viewer conversations to help fuel your professional and personal life's success.
Effective Communication Strategies for Business Success w/ Richard Blank
https://youtu.be/HFjBxDm5PKQ
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to master the art of communication in the call center industry?
Summary:
In a captivating podcast episode, host Adrienne Barker sits down with Richard Blank, the CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center, to delve into the secrets of effective communication within the bustling world of call centers. Richard imparts his wisdom on creating personalized experiences, navigating cultural differences, and leaving a lasting impression on clients. Mr. Blank provides strategic advice on tailoring communication to resonate with diverse North American audiences and underscores the importance of thorough research before reaching out to potential clients. Furthermore, Richard tackles the issue of monotonous language in call centers, offering innovative solutions to foster dynamic and engaging interactions among team members.
Key Takeaways:
Personalized interactions are crucial for success in the call center industry.
Understanding cultural nuances can lead to more effective communication.
Making a memorable first impression is key to building lasting relationships.
Adapting communication styles for different regions can improve client engagement.
Conducting due diligence is essential before contacting prospects.
Overcoming the challenge of repetitive language can invigorate workplace communication.
Richard's insights have a significant impact on improving business interactions.
A Creative Approach to Sales Calls
I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me. We're good. Thanks. Hang up. But if I said, Adrian Barker speaks. How are you today? You'd probably say, who's this? Gotcha. So your defense goes from a 10 to a two. And I'll take that eight and move it into a forward motion. So guess who wins the first round? Chuck Wepner versus Ali. I did. Why? I anchored. Why? You didn't hang up on me.
Building Authentic Relationships in Customer Service
The clients and the companies that do their due diligence have better relationships when they custom make voicemails and emails and updating information. It just doesn't have to be so plastic. And so distant and foreign and where they keep calling you ma'am and sir, you can have a beautiful relationship with somebody on the phone that can save the day. Especially like when I've called into AAA before, a lot of those individuals are trained to have extended empathy.
Crafting unique phone interactions
But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15-year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company. And so when I leave a custom-made voicemail, make a custom-made email, or I try to anchor with this gatekeeper one, two, or three ways, if it's mystery shopping, if it's a due diligence, a callback, or just randomly throwing darts out there, you gotta hit the sizzle in the beginning of something they can relate with. They're just not gonna give that pass. These people kind of want you to be a little bit clever And so when I smile over the phone by saying the name of the company better than they do, I'm teaching them to stand up a little straighter. You sound terrible when you're answering the phone. Please let you know, have some pizzazz.
Energized Introduction and Personal Journey
You're so handsome. Oh my God, everyone. Okay, so here we are again. I think this is the sixth interview today, Richard. And I'm just so energized. I think I could go. I think I could do 100 live-a-thons and not have a problem. Okay, so I haven't met Richard. No prep needed. But I will tell you, I've seen his face and he looks exactly the same. What a good looking guy. I can't wait. So Richard, you got to introduce yourself. Tell us who you are. What are you doing? And I'm so glad to have you today. You look beautiful. You look beautiful. I have to say that you are a beautiful human being. so thank you so much i'm so happy to be with you and your amazing audience my name is richard blank i'm the proud ceo costa rica's call center i'm a long shot from northeast philly that actually followed his dreams got past parents guilt married the girl of my dreams and here we are today so it's a great story of twists and turns oh you married a costa rican woman I did. I married a tropical girl. I'm jealous. Sorry, but there's some beautiful, beautiful. I love that. So you're living your dream. So the call center. So you live in the dream in Costa Rica, but tell us about the call center. Well, it's a dedicated center and it's bilingual and we work with sales and customer support and back office support and non-voice support. I believe today most people are frustrated with omni-channel non-voice where they fill out forms or do chats and emails. You and I might press zero. We want to speak with somebody to retain our account, upsell maybe, possibly get a referral and At the end of the day, if they're dropping the ball, maybe we could tell them what to do and call the balls in the strikes so they can keep our business and not lose it. And so it's a very delicate relationship that you have to build a business. But there's so many amazing people out there that earn a living making and receiving phone calls. So hats off to those amazing warriors.
Humor and Strategy in Telemarketing Calls
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you. Let's use real estate for an example. When people were making FSBO or cancels and expired calls, I told them to do the address spike. Or if I was calling your podcast, I'd go, Adrian Barker Speaks, how are you today? I start off strong. I start off with a company or a name spike. Why? I'm using anonymity. It could snap you, my friend, out of that trance of all those telemarketers. And then just in that three seconds, I'm not anonymous the whole call, that's shady. But for that three seconds, I gave you something you're familiar with. I said it better than you did. And then I get a chance to gauge a positive or a negative reaction. Instead of, as you said, do you have a minute? This is a sales call. You'd say, I'm busy. I'm not interested. Stop selling me.
Importance of Due Diligence in Sales
Of course I do. But as I said before, this person has been trained for the average burger. There's nothing special about it. You, my friend, are gourmet. You don't need to angle in or ask. As I say before, you should have earned the pasta pitch. My suggestion, depending on the size of your list, do two minutes of due diligence. Look at a LinkedIn profile. Look at a website. Maybe you get lucky. They just celebrated their 15th year in business. Then you could say, hey, I just wanted to say congratulations on the 15 year anniversary. Or maybe there's a chance when you see the directory whom will be answering that call. So then you could say hi to Kathy. Nice, Kathy. And so you're asking me, how do I increase my metrics? And when someone's busy and I'm asking to speak with them, I do three or four marinated things prior to asking for time or commitments from people. I need people to lay down their swords and they need to not judge me on what happened with others that didn't show that sort of respect to that company.
Navigating the High-Pressure World of Telemarketing
What an amazing image. I can picture the supervisor with bad coffee breath named Billy screaming at you to read the script so Adrian doesn't hang up on you. Imagine the pressure that's going through. I mentioned 20, 30 second calls for 10 minutes. No one's giving you five minutes with you. No one's even giving you a minute. They need to earn that first 30 seconds they should possibly try to anchor with you.
Using the Buffer Boomerang Technique
All I know is that I slowed you down, calmed you down, got you out of the trance, said something you were familiar with, the name spike. And then you'll say, who is this? That's when we use a buffer boomerang technique. Adrian, that's an excellent question. My name is Richard Blank. Name drop buffer. Let him know it's an excellent question. Repeat the question so you don't have to repeat it. I got you. And then I send it back to you positive. It's readjusting tones. I'm not going to tell you my company yet. You're going to have to ask me another question. What's the name of your company? Once again, what a beautiful tone you have. We're at a 2 now or at a 3. We're not at a 10 at D. So it's nice motions. And now we're, what, a minute and a half in? Obviously, I got your pass to pitch. Let's say your son answered the phone. I'm going to let you know how charming and nice and a gentleman your son was.
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Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. At 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers over two decades.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Breaking Free and Embracing New Opportunities
Mike, if you can get past your parents' guilt, you can live anywhere in the world as well. So I decided to take the chance and stay. And while I was there, I worked at my friend's center for four years and not at sea level, but I got to see the inside and out of a call center industry. And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring and next thing you know, started my own center.
Creating Company Culture and Making Decisions
I do create my company culture and let them know that I am accountable, will motivate them, but also no surprises. Good, bad or ugly. I have to let them know what's happening in case there's an attrition or something's happening with a list or the script is not working. and would make suggestions and find a way where everyone is comfortable to move forward with certain ideas because I don't always need to win every battle. And Mike, I can fall on many swords. It's not that big of a deal. But ethically, or maybe just from my own experience, I can make an educated decision and share my thoughts with you on why it may be appropriate to change certain words or to approach a client differently.
Enhancing Client Communications
And most of it is just enhancements. Maybe they don't want to leave voicemails or they don't have an email template written. Or if there's a callback number, someone on their end is not there to answer the call. So that might cause a disruption and not looking to rock the boat. But my man, there is some sort of system that we're working here. We got to make sure that no one's dropping the football because it's not your end, it's our end.
Following Family Tradition and Passion
So when I'm 18 and I'm choosing my career in college, which was Spanish, my parents were like, why? Why aren't you studying in grandpa in our footsteps, law and finance and economics? I go, well, great grandpa came from Europe at the turn of the century. He didn't speak English and he was a tailor in New York and he started his business. So we're nomads. It's in our blood just because the turn of the century, big deal. I'm doing it the turn of the other century. 2000 is when I left. So I guess we're the same, just 100 years later. But it's the kind of thing, if it's in your blood and your past ancestors took those chances to go to a different country or to build a business or build a family or past family traditions, then why not? That's your flag to hold high. That's your candle that should never go out. and should be spread amongst others. And for me, I'm not starting a tradition. This is my family tradition. It just skipped a generation or two. But oh, no, I can feel it in my blood that this thing was meant to be, and that's why it's been so good for the past 22 years
Living Authentically and Making Big Moves
You're talking about seriously picking up your spikes and moving to somewhere else, another state or another country. At least do some sort of due diligence. Costa Rica was lucky for me. My friend was here. If there were somewhere else in the world where it was cold or potentially dangerous, maybe I might have not taken that. Or possibly, since I studied Spanish in college and the country did not have Spanish, how much time would it take me to learn that language? I would be starting at scratch. So the stars were aligned. It made it easier for me. My suggestion is to take it in first down to touchdown steps. Maybe just take things of interest first to see if you can keep moving forward. And then when you have everything together, you have your impulse control, maturity, and some cash. Then you take that final step, then go for it. But, you know, those are the sort of things where you only get 100 years and you shouldn't be living someone else's life. You should really be writing your own story. It doesn't need to be so eccentric just to gain attention. You should always have good intentions and good faith. And if you have that sort of stuff, you can make your case to people.
Promoting Interpersonal Interaction and Play in the Workplace
Recess was the best class in school. That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
The Importance of Play and Personal Growth
That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
Turning Challenging Calls into Opportunities
Of course, the bark is worse than the bite. Here's my skinny for somebody. If they hang up on you, it's over. It really is over. How about if they're on the phone screaming at you? That's a different side of the spectrum. But if someone is just testing the waters because they're sea level, or they get so many calls, or you happen to make a good first impression, I think you may be able to readjust the tone. And so in my years, just from my own personal experience, I've been able to ride that wave and ride that bull until the end. and I've converted people and they've become some of my best clients. You know that the best relationships are made is when you go through tough times together or you pass the obstacle course for somebody because they're so black and blue from these phone calls.
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Thee real estate business is evolving - and agents deserve to build a career that aligns with their passion, serves their clients, and creates lasting impact.
Why It Matters: Every agent has untapped potential. By combining proven systems, exceptional client experiences, and tailored strategies, I help entrepreneurial agents rewrite the story of their businesses.
1. Interpersonal Communication Conflict Management Strategy
2. Phonetic Micro Expression reading for mastering verbal tell signs.
3. The Famous Buffer-Boomerang Technique
Advanced telemarketing strategy, conflict management, interpersonal soft skills, customer support, rhetoric, gamification, pinball machines, employee motivation and phonetic micro expression reading.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#1230podcast #Mike Solitro. #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #learnpodcasting #podcastepisode #podcastguest #podcasting #podcastinterview #podcastplaylist #podcasts #podcastskills #podcastshow
Your 1230 podcast, Mike Solitro, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Your 12|30 podcast presented by Mike Solitro. Special guest CEO Richard Blank
Welcome to Your 12|30 podcast. We all have a story to tell. Tell yours in 12 questions, 30 minutes.
Hosted by Mike Solitro of AccomplishedRE.
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. At 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers over two decades.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Breaking Free and Embracing New Opportunities
Mike, if you can get past your parents' guilt, you can live anywhere in the world as well. So I decided to take the chance and stay. And while I was there, I worked at my friend's center for four years and not at sea level, but I got to see the inside and out of a call center industry. And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring and next thing you know, started my own center.
Creating Company Culture and Making Decisions
I do create my company culture and let them know that I am accountable, will motivate them, but also no surprises. Good, bad or ugly. I have to let them know what's happening in case there's an attrition or something's happening with a list or the script is not working. and would make suggestions and find a way where everyone is comfortable to move forward with certain ideas because I don't always need to win every battle. And Mike, I can fall on many swords. It's not that big of a deal. But ethically, or maybe just from my own experience, I can make an educated decision and share my thoughts with you on why it may be appropriate to change certain words or to approach a client differently.
Enhancing Client Communications
And most of it is just enhancements. Maybe they don't want to leave voicemails or they don't have an email template written. Or if there's a callback number, someone on their end is not there to answer the call. So that might cause a disruption and not looking to rock the boat. But my man, there is some sort of system that we're working here. We got to make sure that no one's dropping the football because it's not your end, it's our end.
Following Family Tradition and Passion
So when I'm 18 and I'm choosing my career in college, which was Spanish, my parents were like, why? Why aren't you studying in grandpa in our footsteps, law and finance and economics? I go, well, great grandpa came from Europe at the turn of the century. He didn't speak English and he was a tailor in New York and he started his business. So we're nomads. It's in our blood just because the turn of the century, big deal. I'm doing it the turn of the other century. 2000 is when I left. So I guess we're the same, just 100 years later. But it's the kind of thing, if it's in your blood and your past ancestors took those chances to go to a different country or to build a business or build a family or past family traditions, then why not? That's your flag to hold high. That's your candle that should never go out. and should be spread amongst others. And for me, I'm not starting a tradition. This is my family tradition. It just skipped a generation or two. But oh, no, I can feel it in my blood that this thing was meant to be, and that's why it's been so good for the past 22 years
Living Authentically and Making Big Moves
You're talking about seriously picking up your spikes and moving to somewhere else, another state or another country. At least do some sort of due diligence. Costa Rica was lucky for me. My friend was here. If there were somewhere else in the world where it was cold or potentially dangerous, maybe I might have not taken that. Or possibly, since I studied Spanish in college and the country did not have Spanish, how much time would it take me to learn that language? I would be starting at scratch. So the stars were aligned. It made it easier for me. My suggestion is to take it in first down to touchdown steps. Maybe just take things of interest first to see if you can keep moving forward. And then when you have everything together, you have your impulse control, maturity, and some cash. Then you take that final step, then go for it. But, you know, those are the sort of things where you only get 100 years and you shouldn't be living someone else's life. You should really be writing your own story. It doesn't need to be so eccentric just to gain attention. You should always have good intentions and good faith. And if you have that sort of stuff, you can make your case to people.
Promoting Interpersonal Interaction and Play in the Workplace
Recess was the best class in school. That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
The Importance of Play and Personal Growth
That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
Turning Challenging Calls into Opportunities
Of course, the bark is worse than the bite. Here's my skinny for somebody. If they hang up on you, it's over. It really is over. How about if they're on the phone screaming at you? That's a different side of the spectrum. But if someone is just testing the waters because they're sea level, or they get so many calls, or you happen to make a good first impression, I think you may be able to readjust the tone. And so in my years, just from my own personal experience, I've been able to ride that wave and ride that bull until the end. and I've converted people and they've become some of my best clients. You know that the best relationships are made is when you go through tough times together or you pass the obstacle course for somebody because they're so black and blue from these phone calls.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
You Are A Real Estate professional who works hard and closes transactions. But now you know, it’s time to earn more and scale your business.
Work with choice clients and stop working 24-7.
Being an excellent agent is a start, but only the start.
You deserve a predictable and profitable business.
Your dream clients should be your only clients. They should be willing to invest in your unparalleled service, appreciate your expertise, and align with your vision.
We'll help you take your business from occasional closings to predictable profitability.
Most strategies focus on the wrong things. Instead, you’ll exclusively attract your preferred clients so you can happily earn more money.
Our results are guaranteed.
Work smarter. Work fewer hours.
Start now. Results today.
So, what is AccomplishedRE | We are a real estate platform centered around your two main goals:
1. Make more money, &
2. Only work with clients you like
We believe the real estate businesses is evolving and should be built around better service and an outstanding client experience. Our businesses support our lifestyles and goals, not deter us from what we want to achieve most.
Part community, part advisory, and part platform. AccomplishedRE reimagines what it means to be a successful and admired real estate professional.
The Problem: The real estate industry wants us to believe that the market, rates, and lawmakers determine our earning potential. That the industry is changing for the worse. And that we should always be working. 24 hours, every day. Many of us fall into the trap of hustle culture: work more hours, push through. Riding on the merry-go-round of mediocrity. But eventually, our real estate businesses run us.
Our Purpose: AccomplishedRE is a positive change platform against the long-standing real estate profession telling you to just work more and hopefully down the line you’ll earn more. We are the better way to run your real estate business.
Our Vision: We envision a world where you work only with the clients you want to work with, where you can earn more, and stress less. We’re reframing what it means to be a successful real estate professional. And what delivering a truly outstanding client experience actually looks like.
Our Mission: We partner with you so you can earn more money and work only with your preferred clients. We make it easier for your clients to buy and sell real estate, while you own a predictable and profitable business that you love.
Our Values: Collaboration, Accountability, Drive, Excellence, & Trust
Ten Ways We Can Collaborate Today
Business Optimization Program
Operations Overhaul
How to Close Big Sales Workshop
Double Your Sales Transformation Program
Profitability Audit
Organizational Alignment Workshop
“Double Your Revenue” 1:1 Coaching
Partners Roundtable
Partner with AccomplishedRE at eXp Realty
AccomplishedRE Coaching Certification
Not sure what makes sense for you, let's explore
Calling All Entrepreneurial Real Estate Professionals
We solve real estate problems.
Earn more. Work less. Today.
We make your business more profitable, or you don't pay!
The real estate industry is under attack - level up your business before it is too late.
Earn more money while working fewer hours.
Do you want to create multiple income streams?
Do you want to rest easier, work less, and earn more?
Here's our Accelerator...our best and completely FREE resources. No signup, no registration required.
The fastest way to a more profitable real estate business.
Become the CEO of your real estate career. Today.
Spend less time working. Happiness guaranteed.
We are the only real estate partner for team leaders, brokerage owners, and entrepreneurial agents who want more core clients.
So let's work together to get you off of the next-deal treadmill, and remove the stress from every transaction.
What Others are Saying
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
Helping Real Estate Agents Sign Their Next (or First) $1M+ Listing in Less Than 90 Days. 𝑮𝒖𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒆𝒅.
Want to work only with clients you enjoy?
Want to increase your income without overworking?
I’m Mike Solitro, founder of Accomplished𝙍𝙀, and I specialize in helping entrepreneurial real estate agents build a more profitable businesses centered around their ideal clients.
What We Do
We deliver a simple yet highly effective system that eliminates frustration and uncertainty for agents and coaches alike. Through proven processes tailored to your unique business, we help you focus on what matters most: Growing your revenue. Working with clients who align with your values. Freeing up your time to dominate your market.
Why Real Estate Pros Choose Us
No more dealing with draining, unaligned clients.
No more struggling through low-revenue quarters.
No more wasting money on ineffective leads.
No more waiting for your phone to ring.
Instead, you’ll build a predictable pipeline, become a recognized market leader, and create a business designed for long-term success.
What People Are Saying
“Mike’s approach is completely customized to your needs, unlike one-size-fits-all coaches. I promise, you’ll be glad you connected with him!”
“If you want someone who listens carefully to your goals and works tirelessly to exceed them, Mike is your guy!”
How It Works
First, we schedule a no-obligation 15-minute strategy session.
During this call, we’ll discuss your business, goals, and pain points and chart an exact roadmap to help you sign high-value listings.
If it’s a good fit, I’ll walk you through how we can work together. Whether you join us or not, you’ll leave with a clear, actionable plan. No pressure. No gimmicks.
Our Core Principles
Mission-Driven Strategy
Organizational Alignment
Effective ROI
Exceptional Client Experience
Elimination of Challenges
As a real estate attorney and broker, I’ve spent over a decade solving complex problems, managing projects, and designing tailored solutions for clients. But my journey didn’t stop at transactions and contracts - it evolved into a mission to empower entrepreneurial real estate agents to thrive.
Thee real estate business is evolving - and agents deserve to build a career that aligns with their passion, serves their clients, and creates lasting impact.
Why It Matters: Every agent has untapped potential. By combining proven systems, exceptional client experiences, and tailored strategies, I help entrepreneurial agents rewrite the story of their businesses.
1. Interpersonal Communication Conflict Management Strategy
2. Phonetic Micro Expression reading for mastering verbal tell signs.
3. The Famous Buffer-Boomerang Technique
Advanced telemarketing strategy, conflict management, interpersonal soft skills, customer support, rhetoric, gamification, pinball machines, employee motivation and phonetic micro expression reading.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#1230podcast #Mike Solitro. #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #learnpodcasting #podcastepisode #podcastguest #podcasting #podcastinterview #podcastplaylist #podcasts #podcastskills #podcastshow
Your 1230 podcast, Mike Solitro, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Your 12|30 podcast presented by Mike Solitro. Special guest CEO Richard Blank
Welcome to Your 12|30 podcast. We all have a story to tell. Tell yours in 12 questions, 30 minutes.
Hosted by Mike Solitro of AccomplishedRE.
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. At 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers over two decades.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Breaking Free and Embracing New Opportunities
Mike, if you can get past your parents' guilt, you can live anywhere in the world as well. So I decided to take the chance and stay. And while I was there, I worked at my friend's center for four years and not at sea level, but I got to see the inside and out of a call center industry. And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring and next thing you know, started my own center.
Creating Company Culture and Making Decisions
I do create my company culture and let them know that I am accountable, will motivate them, but also no surprises. Good, bad or ugly. I have to let them know what's happening in case there's an attrition or something's happening with a list or the script is not working. and would make suggestions and find a way where everyone is comfortable to move forward with certain ideas because I don't always need to win every battle. And Mike, I can fall on many swords. It's not that big of a deal. But ethically, or maybe just from my own experience, I can make an educated decision and share my thoughts with you on why it may be appropriate to change certain words or to approach a client differently.
Enhancing Client Communications
And most of it is just enhancements. Maybe they don't want to leave voicemails or they don't have an email template written. Or if there's a callback number, someone on their end is not there to answer the call. So that might cause a disruption and not looking to rock the boat. But my man, there is some sort of system that we're working here. We got to make sure that no one's dropping the football because it's not your end, it's our end.
Following Family Tradition and Passion
So when I'm 18 and I'm choosing my career in college, which was Spanish, my parents were like, why? Why aren't you studying in grandpa in our footsteps, law and finance and economics? I go, well, great grandpa came from Europe at the turn of the century. He didn't speak English and he was a tailor in New York and he started his business. So we're nomads. It's in our blood just because the turn of the century, big deal. I'm doing it the turn of the other century. 2000 is when I left. So I guess we're the same, just 100 years later. But it's the kind of thing, if it's in your blood and your past ancestors took those chances to go to a different country or to build a business or build a family or past family traditions, then why not? That's your flag to hold high. That's your candle that should never go out. and should be spread amongst others. And for me, I'm not starting a tradition. This is my family tradition. It just skipped a generation or two. But oh, no, I can feel it in my blood that this thing was meant to be, and that's why it's been so good for the past 22 years
Living Authentically and Making Big Moves
You're talking about seriously picking up your spikes and moving to somewhere else, another state or another country. At least do some sort of due diligence. Costa Rica was lucky for me. My friend was here. If there were somewhere else in the world where it was cold or potentially dangerous, maybe I might have not taken that. Or possibly, since I studied Spanish in college and the country did not have Spanish, how much time would it take me to learn that language? I would be starting at scratch. So the stars were aligned. It made it easier for me. My suggestion is to take it in first down to touchdown steps. Maybe just take things of interest first to see if you can keep moving forward. And then when you have everything together, you have your impulse control, maturity, and some cash. Then you take that final step, then go for it. But, you know, those are the sort of things where you only get 100 years and you shouldn't be living someone else's life. You should really be writing your own story. It doesn't need to be so eccentric just to gain attention. You should always have good intentions and good faith. And if you have that sort of stuff, you can make your case to people.
Promoting Interpersonal Interaction and Play in the Workplace
Recess was the best class in school. That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
The Importance of Play and Personal Growth
That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
Turning Challenging Calls into Opportunities
Of course, the bark is worse than the bite. Here's my skinny for somebody. If they hang up on you, it's over. It really is over. How about if they're on the phone screaming at you? That's a different side of the spectrum. But if someone is just testing the waters because they're sea level, or they get so many calls, or you happen to make a good first impression, I think you may be able to readjust the tone. And so in my years, just from my own personal experience, I've been able to ride that wave and ride that bull until the end. and I've converted people and they've become some of my best clients. You know that the best relationships are made is when you go through tough times together or you pass the obstacle course for somebody because they're so black and blue from these phone calls.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
You Are A Real Estate professional who works hard and closes transactions. But now you know, it’s time to earn more and scale your business.
Work with choice clients and stop working 24-7.
Being an excellent agent is a start, but only the start.
You deserve a predictable and profitable business.
Your dream clients should be your only clients. They should be willing to invest in your unparalleled service, appreciate your expertise, and align with your vision.
We'll help you take your business from occasional closings to predictable profitability.
Most strategies focus on the wrong things. Instead, you’ll exclusively attract your preferred clients so you can happily earn more money.
Our results are guaranteed.
Work smarter. Work fewer hours.
Start now. Results today.
So, what is AccomplishedRE | We are a real estate platform centered around your two main goals:
1. Make more money, &
2. Only work with clients you like
We believe the real estate businesses is evolving and should be built around better service and an outstanding client experience. Our businesses support our lifestyles and goals, not deter us from what we want to achieve most.
Part community, part advisory, and part platform. AccomplishedRE reimagines what it means to be a successful and admired real estate professional.
The Problem: The real estate industry wants us to believe that the market, rates, and lawmakers determine our earning potential. That the industry is changing for the worse. And that we should always be working. 24 hours, every day. Many of us fall into the trap of hustle culture: work more hours, push through. Riding on the merry-go-round of mediocrity. But eventually, our real estate businesses run us.
Our Purpose: AccomplishedRE is a positive change platform against the long-standing real estate profession telling you to just work more and hopefully down the line you’ll earn more. We are the better way to run your real estate business.
Our Vision: We envision a world where you work only with the clients you want to work with, where you can earn more, and stress less. We’re reframing what it means to be a successful real estate professional. And what delivering a truly outstanding client experience actually looks like.
Our Mission: We partner with you so you can earn more money and work only with your preferred clients. We make it easier for your clients to buy and sell real estate, while you own a predictable and profitable business that you love.
Our Values: Collaboration, Accountability, Drive, Excellence, & Trust
Ten Ways We Can Collaborate Today
Business Optimization Program
Operations Overhaul
How to Close Big Sales Workshop
Double Your Sales Transformation Program
Profitability Audit
Organizational Alignment Workshop
“Double Your Revenue” 1:1 Coaching
Partners Roundtable
Partner with AccomplishedRE at eXp Realty
AccomplishedRE Coaching Certification
Not sure what makes sense for you, let's explore
Calling All Entrepreneurial Real Estate Professionals
We solve real estate problems.
Earn more. Work less. Today.
We make your business more profitable, or you don't pay!
The real estate industry is under attack - level up your business before it is too late.
Earn more money while working fewer hours.
Do you want to create multiple income streams?
Do you want to rest easier, work less, and earn more?
Here's our Accelerator...our best and completely FREE resources. No signup, no registration required.
The fastest way to a more profitable real estate business.
Become the CEO of your real estate career. Today.
Spend less time working. Happiness guaranteed.
We are the only real estate partner for team leaders, brokerage owners, and entrepreneurial agents who want more core clients.
So let's work together to get you off of the next-deal treadmill, and remove the stress from every transaction.
What Others are Saying
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
Helping Real Estate Agents Sign Their Next (or First) $1M+ Listing in Less Than 90 Days. 𝑮𝒖𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒆𝒅.
Want to work only with clients you enjoy?
Want to increase your income without overworking?
I’m Mike Solitro, founder of Accomplished𝙍𝙀, and I specialize in helping entrepreneurial real estate agents build a more profitable businesses centered around their ideal clients.
What We Do
We deliver a simple yet highly effective system that eliminates frustration and uncertainty for agents and coaches alike. Through proven processes tailored to your unique business, we help you focus on what matters most: Growing your revenue. Working with clients who align with your values. Freeing up your time to dominate your market.
Why Real Estate Pros Choose Us
No more dealing with draining, unaligned clients.
No more struggling through low-revenue quarters.
No more wasting money on ineffective leads.
No more waiting for your phone to ring.
Instead, you’ll build a predictable pipeline, become a recognized market leader, and create a business designed for long-term success.
What People Are Saying
“Mike’s approach is completely customized to your needs, unlike one-size-fits-all coaches. I promise, you’ll be glad you connected with him!”
“If you want someone who listens carefully to your goals and works tirelessly to exceed them, Mike is your guy!”
How It Works
First, we schedule a no-obligation 15-minute strategy session.
During this call, we’ll discuss your business, goals, and pain points and chart an exact roadmap to help you sign high-value listings.
If it’s a good fit, I’ll walk you through how we can work together. Whether you join us or not, you’ll leave with a clear, actionable plan. No pressure. No gimmicks.
Our Core Principles
Mission-Driven Strategy
Organizational Alignment
Effective ROI
Exceptional Client Experience
Elimination of Challenges
As a real estate attorney and broker, I’ve spent over a decade solving complex problems, managing projects, and designing tailored solutions for clients. But my journey didn’t stop at transactions and contracts - it evolved into a mission to empower entrepreneurial real estate agents to thrive.
Thee real estate business is evolving - and agents deserve to build a career that aligns with their passion, serves their clients, and creates lasting impact.
Why It Matters: Every agent has untapped potential. By combining proven systems, exceptional client experiences, and tailored strategies, I help entrepreneurial agents rewrite the story of their businesses.
1. Interpersonal Communication Conflict Management Strategy
2. Phonetic Micro Expression reading for mastering verbal tell signs.
3. The Famous Buffer-Boomerang Technique
Advanced telemarketing strategy, conflict management, interpersonal soft skills, customer support, rhetoric, gamification, pinball machines, employee motivation and phonetic micro expression reading.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#1230podcast #Mike Solitro. #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #learnpodcasting #podcastepisode #podcastguest #podcasting #podcastinterview #podcastplaylist #podcasts #podcastskills #podcastshow
Your 1230 podcast, Mike Solitro, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Your 12|30 podcast presented by Mike Solitro. Special guest CEO Richard Blank
Welcome to Your 12|30 podcast. We all have a story to tell. Tell yours in 12 questions, 30 minutes.
Hosted by Mike Solitro of AccomplishedRE.
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. At 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers over two decades.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Breaking Free and Embracing New Opportunities
Mike, if you can get past your parents' guilt, you can live anywhere in the world as well. So I decided to take the chance and stay. And while I was there, I worked at my friend's center for four years and not at sea level, but I got to see the inside and out of a call center industry. And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring and next thing you know, started my own center.
Creating Company Culture and Making Decisions
I do create my company culture and let them know that I am accountable, will motivate them, but also no surprises. Good, bad or ugly. I have to let them know what's happening in case there's an attrition or something's happening with a list or the script is not working. and would make suggestions and find a way where everyone is comfortable to move forward with certain ideas because I don't always need to win every battle. And Mike, I can fall on many swords. It's not that big of a deal. But ethically, or maybe just from my own experience, I can make an educated decision and share my thoughts with you on why it may be appropriate to change certain words or to approach a client differently.
Enhancing Client Communications
And most of it is just enhancements. Maybe they don't want to leave voicemails or they don't have an email template written. Or if there's a callback number, someone on their end is not there to answer the call. So that might cause a disruption and not looking to rock the boat. But my man, there is some sort of system that we're working here. We got to make sure that no one's dropping the football because it's not your end, it's our end.
Following Family Tradition and Passion
So when I'm 18 and I'm choosing my career in college, which was Spanish, my parents were like, why? Why aren't you studying in grandpa in our footsteps, law and finance and economics? I go, well, great grandpa came from Europe at the turn of the century. He didn't speak English and he was a tailor in New York and he started his business. So we're nomads. It's in our blood just because the turn of the century, big deal. I'm doing it the turn of the other century. 2000 is when I left. So I guess we're the same, just 100 years later. But it's the kind of thing, if it's in your blood and your past ancestors took those chances to go to a different country or to build a business or build a family or past family traditions, then why not? That's your flag to hold high. That's your candle that should never go out. and should be spread amongst others. And for me, I'm not starting a tradition. This is my family tradition. It just skipped a generation or two. But oh, no, I can feel it in my blood that this thing was meant to be, and that's why it's been so good for the past 22 years
Living Authentically and Making Big Moves
You're talking about seriously picking up your spikes and moving to somewhere else, another state or another country. At least do some sort of due diligence. Costa Rica was lucky for me. My friend was here. If there were somewhere else in the world where it was cold or potentially dangerous, maybe I might have not taken that. Or possibly, since I studied Spanish in college and the country did not have Spanish, how much time would it take me to learn that language? I would be starting at scratch. So the stars were aligned. It made it easier for me. My suggestion is to take it in first down to touchdown steps. Maybe just take things of interest first to see if you can keep moving forward. And then when you have everything together, you have your impulse control, maturity, and some cash. Then you take that final step, then go for it. But, you know, those are the sort of things where you only get 100 years and you shouldn't be living someone else's life. You should really be writing your own story. It doesn't need to be so eccentric just to gain attention. You should always have good intentions and good faith. And if you have that sort of stuff, you can make your case to people.
Promoting Interpersonal Interaction and Play in the Workplace
Recess was the best class in school. That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
The Importance of Play and Personal Growth
That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
Turning Challenging Calls into Opportunities
Of course, the bark is worse than the bite. Here's my skinny for somebody. If they hang up on you, it's over. It really is over. How about if they're on the phone screaming at you? That's a different side of the spectrum. But if someone is just testing the waters because they're sea level, or they get so many calls, or you happen to make a good first impression, I think you may be able to readjust the tone. And so in my years, just from my own personal experience, I've been able to ride that wave and ride that bull until the end. and I've converted people and they've become some of my best clients. You know that the best relationships are made is when you go through tough times together or you pass the obstacle course for somebody because they're so black and blue from these phone calls.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
You Are A Real Estate professional who works hard and closes transactions. But now you know, it’s time to earn more and scale your business.
Work with choice clients and stop working 24-7.
Being an excellent agent is a start, but only the start.
You deserve a predictable and profitable business.
Your dream clients should be your only clients. They should be willing to invest in your unparalleled service, appreciate your expertise, and align with your vision.
We'll help you take your business from occasional closings to predictable profitability.
Most strategies focus on the wrong things. Instead, you’ll exclusively attract your preferred clients so you can happily earn more money.
Our results are guaranteed.
Work smarter. Work fewer hours.
Start now. Results today.
So, what is AccomplishedRE | We are a real estate platform centered around your two main goals:
1. Make more money, &
2. Only work with clients you like
We believe the real estate businesses is evolving and should be built around better service and an outstanding client experience. Our businesses support our lifestyles and goals, not deter us from what we want to achieve most.
Part community, part advisory, and part platform. AccomplishedRE reimagines what it means to be a successful and admired real estate professional.
The Problem: The real estate industry wants us to believe that the market, rates, and lawmakers determine our earning potential. That the industry is changing for the worse. And that we should always be working. 24 hours, every day. Many of us fall into the trap of hustle culture: work more hours, push through. Riding on the merry-go-round of mediocrity. But eventually, our real estate businesses run us.
Our Purpose: AccomplishedRE is a positive change platform against the long-standing real estate profession telling you to just work more and hopefully down the line you’ll earn more. We are the better way to run your real estate business.
Our Vision: We envision a world where you work only with the clients you want to work with, where you can earn more, and stress less. We’re reframing what it means to be a successful real estate professional. And what delivering a truly outstanding client experience actually looks like.
Our Mission: We partner with you so you can earn more money and work only with your preferred clients. We make it easier for your clients to buy and sell real estate, while you own a predictable and profitable business that you love.
Our Values: Collaboration, Accountability, Drive, Excellence, & Trust
Ten Ways We Can Collaborate Today
Business Optimization Program
Operations Overhaul
How to Close Big Sales Workshop
Double Your Sales Transformation Program
Profitability Audit
Organizational Alignment Workshop
“Double Your Revenue” 1:1 Coaching
Partners Roundtable
Partner with AccomplishedRE at eXp Realty
AccomplishedRE Coaching Certification
Not sure what makes sense for you, let's explore
Calling All Entrepreneurial Real Estate Professionals
We solve real estate problems.
Earn more. Work less. Today.
We make your business more profitable, or you don't pay!
The real estate industry is under attack - level up your business before it is too late.
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Do you want to create multiple income streams?
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Here's our Accelerator...our best and completely FREE resources. No signup, no registration required.
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Spend less time working. Happiness guaranteed.
We are the only real estate partner for team leaders, brokerage owners, and entrepreneurial agents who want more core clients.
So let's work together to get you off of the next-deal treadmill, and remove the stress from every transaction.
What Others are Saying
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
Helping Real Estate Agents Sign Their Next (or First) $1M+ Listing in Less Than 90 Days. 𝑮𝒖𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒆𝒅.
Want to work only with clients you enjoy?
Want to increase your income without overworking?
I’m Mike Solitro, founder of Accomplished𝙍𝙀, and I specialize in helping entrepreneurial real estate agents build a more profitable businesses centered around their ideal clients.
What We Do
We deliver a simple yet highly effective system that eliminates frustration and uncertainty for agents and coaches alike. Through proven processes tailored to your unique business, we help you focus on what matters most: Growing your revenue. Working with clients who align with your values. Freeing up your time to dominate your market.
Why Real Estate Pros Choose Us
No more dealing with draining, unaligned clients.
No more struggling through low-revenue quarters.
No more wasting money on ineffective leads.
No more waiting for your phone to ring.
Instead, you’ll build a predictable pipeline, become a recognized market leader, and create a business designed for long-term success.
What People Are Saying
“Mike’s approach is completely customized to your needs, unlike one-size-fits-all coaches. I promise, you’ll be glad you connected with him!”
“If you want someone who listens carefully to your goals and works tirelessly to exceed them, Mike is your guy!”
How It Works
First, we schedule a no-obligation 15-minute strategy session.
During this call, we’ll discuss your business, goals, and pain points and chart an exact roadmap to help you sign high-value listings.
If it’s a good fit, I’ll walk you through how we can work together. Whether you join us or not, you’ll leave with a clear, actionable plan. No pressure. No gimmicks.
Our Core Principles
Mission-Driven Strategy
Organizational Alignment
Effective ROI
Exceptional Client Experience
Elimination of Challenges
As a real estate attorney and broker, I’ve spent over a decade solving complex problems, managing projects, and designing tailored solutions for clients. But my journey didn’t stop at transactions and contracts - it evolved into a mission to empower entrepreneurial real estate agents to thrive.
Thee real estate business is evolving - and agents deserve to build a career that aligns with their passion, serves their clients, and creates lasting impact.
Why It Matters: Every agent has untapped potential. By combining proven systems, exceptional client experiences, and tailored strategies, I help entrepreneurial agents rewrite the story of their businesses.
1. Interpersonal Communication Conflict Management Strategy
2. Phonetic Micro Expression reading for mastering verbal tell signs.
3. The Famous Buffer-Boomerang Technique
Advanced telemarketing strategy, conflict management, interpersonal soft skills, customer support, rhetoric, gamification, pinball machines, employee motivation and phonetic micro expression reading.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#1230podcast #Mike Solitro. #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #learnpodcasting #podcastepisode #podcastguest #podcasting #podcastinterview #podcastplaylist #podcasts #podcastskills #podcastshow
Your 1230 podcast, Mike Solitro, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Your 12|30 podcast presented by Mike Solitro. Special guest CEO Richard Blank
Welcome to Your 12|30 podcast. We all have a story to tell. Tell yours in 12 questions, 30 minutes.
Hosted by Mike Solitro of AccomplishedRE.
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. At 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers over two decades.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Breaking Free and Embracing New Opportunities
Mike, if you can get past your parents' guilt, you can live anywhere in the world as well. So I decided to take the chance and stay. And while I was there, I worked at my friend's center for four years and not at sea level, but I got to see the inside and out of a call center industry. And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring and next thing you know, started my own center.
Creating Company Culture and Making Decisions
I do create my company culture and let them know that I am accountable, will motivate them, but also no surprises. Good, bad or ugly. I have to let them know what's happening in case there's an attrition or something's happening with a list or the script is not working. and would make suggestions and find a way where everyone is comfortable to move forward with certain ideas because I don't always need to win every battle. And Mike, I can fall on many swords. It's not that big of a deal. But ethically, or maybe just from my own experience, I can make an educated decision and share my thoughts with you on why it may be appropriate to change certain words or to approach a client differently.
Enhancing Client Communications
And most of it is just enhancements. Maybe they don't want to leave voicemails or they don't have an email template written. Or if there's a callback number, someone on their end is not there to answer the call. So that might cause a disruption and not looking to rock the boat. But my man, there is some sort of system that we're working here. We got to make sure that no one's dropping the football because it's not your end, it's our end.
Following Family Tradition and Passion
So when I'm 18 and I'm choosing my career in college, which was Spanish, my parents were like, why? Why aren't you studying in grandpa in our footsteps, law and finance and economics? I go, well, great grandpa came from Europe at the turn of the century. He didn't speak English and he was a tailor in New York and he started his business. So we're nomads. It's in our blood just because the turn of the century, big deal. I'm doing it the turn of the other century. 2000 is when I left. So I guess we're the same, just 100 years later. But it's the kind of thing, if it's in your blood and your past ancestors took those chances to go to a different country or to build a business or build a family or past family traditions, then why not? That's your flag to hold high. That's your candle that should never go out. and should be spread amongst others. And for me, I'm not starting a tradition. This is my family tradition. It just skipped a generation or two. But oh, no, I can feel it in my blood that this thing was meant to be, and that's why it's been so good for the past 22 years
Living Authentically and Making Big Moves
You're talking about seriously picking up your spikes and moving to somewhere else, another state or another country. At least do some sort of due diligence. Costa Rica was lucky for me. My friend was here. If there were somewhere else in the world where it was cold or potentially dangerous, maybe I might have not taken that. Or possibly, since I studied Spanish in college and the country did not have Spanish, how much time would it take me to learn that language? I would be starting at scratch. So the stars were aligned. It made it easier for me. My suggestion is to take it in first down to touchdown steps. Maybe just take things of interest first to see if you can keep moving forward. And then when you have everything together, you have your impulse control, maturity, and some cash. Then you take that final step, then go for it. But, you know, those are the sort of things where you only get 100 years and you shouldn't be living someone else's life. You should really be writing your own story. It doesn't need to be so eccentric just to gain attention. You should always have good intentions and good faith. And if you have that sort of stuff, you can make your case to people.
Promoting Interpersonal Interaction and Play in the Workplace
Recess was the best class in school. That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
The Importance of Play and Personal Growth
That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
Turning Challenging Calls into Opportunities
Of course, the bark is worse than the bite. Here's my skinny for somebody. If they hang up on you, it's over. It really is over. How about if they're on the phone screaming at you? That's a different side of the spectrum. But if someone is just testing the waters because they're sea level, or they get so many calls, or you happen to make a good first impression, I think you may be able to readjust the tone. And so in my years, just from my own personal experience, I've been able to ride that wave and ride that bull until the end. and I've converted people and they've become some of my best clients. You know that the best relationships are made is when you go through tough times together or you pass the obstacle course for somebody because they're so black and blue from these phone calls.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
You Are A Real Estate professional who works hard and closes transactions. But now you know, it’s time to earn more and scale your business.
Work with choice clients and stop working 24-7.
Being an excellent agent is a start, but only the start.
You deserve a predictable and profitable business.
Your dream clients should be your only clients. They should be willing to invest in your unparalleled service, appreciate your expertise, and align with your vision.
We'll help you take your business from occasional closings to predictable profitability.
Most strategies focus on the wrong things. Instead, you’ll exclusively attract your preferred clients so you can happily earn more money.
Our results are guaranteed.
Work smarter. Work fewer hours.
Start now. Results today.
So, what is AccomplishedRE | We are a real estate platform centered around your two main goals:
1. Make more money, &
2. Only work with clients you like
We believe the real estate businesses is evolving and should be built around better service and an outstanding client experience. Our businesses support our lifestyles and goals, not deter us from what we want to achieve most.
Part community, part advisory, and part platform. AccomplishedRE reimagines what it means to be a successful and admired real estate professional.
The Problem: The real estate industry wants us to believe that the market, rates, and lawmakers determine our earning potential. That the industry is changing for the worse. And that we should always be working. 24 hours, every day. Many of us fall into the trap of hustle culture: work more hours, push through. Riding on the merry-go-round of mediocrity. But eventually, our real estate businesses run us.
Our Purpose: AccomplishedRE is a positive change platform against the long-standing real estate profession telling you to just work more and hopefully down the line you’ll earn more. We are the better way to run your real estate business.
Our Vision: We envision a world where you work only with the clients you want to work with, where you can earn more, and stress less. We’re reframing what it means to be a successful real estate professional. And what delivering a truly outstanding client experience actually looks like.
Our Mission: We partner with you so you can earn more money and work only with your preferred clients. We make it easier for your clients to buy and sell real estate, while you own a predictable and profitable business that you love.
Our Values: Collaboration, Accountability, Drive, Excellence, & Trust
Ten Ways We Can Collaborate Today
Business Optimization Program
Operations Overhaul
How to Close Big Sales Workshop
Double Your Sales Transformation Program
Profitability Audit
Organizational Alignment Workshop
“Double Your Revenue” 1:1 Coaching
Partners Roundtable
Partner with AccomplishedRE at eXp Realty
AccomplishedRE Coaching Certification
Not sure what makes sense for you, let's explore
Calling All Entrepreneurial Real Estate Professionals
We solve real estate problems.
Earn more. Work less. Today.
We make your business more profitable, or you don't pay!
The real estate industry is under attack - level up your business before it is too late.
Earn more money while working fewer hours.
Do you want to create multiple income streams?
Do you want to rest easier, work less, and earn more?
Here's our Accelerator...our best and completely FREE resources. No signup, no registration required.
The fastest way to a more profitable real estate business.
Become the CEO of your real estate career. Today.
Spend less time working. Happiness guaranteed.
We are the only real estate partner for team leaders, brokerage owners, and entrepreneurial agents who want more core clients.
So let's work together to get you off of the next-deal treadmill, and remove the stress from every transaction.
What Others are Saying
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
Helping Real Estate Agents Sign Their Next (or First) $1M+ Listing in Less Than 90 Days. 𝑮𝒖𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒆𝒅.
Want to work only with clients you enjoy?
Want to increase your income without overworking?
I’m Mike Solitro, founder of Accomplished𝙍𝙀, and I specialize in helping entrepreneurial real estate agents build a more profitable businesses centered around their ideal clients.
What We Do
We deliver a simple yet highly effective system that eliminates frustration and uncertainty for agents and coaches alike. Through proven processes tailored to your unique business, we help you focus on what matters most: Growing your revenue. Working with clients who align with your values. Freeing up your time to dominate your market.
Why Real Estate Pros Choose Us
No more dealing with draining, unaligned clients.
No more struggling through low-revenue quarters.
No more wasting money on ineffective leads.
No more waiting for your phone to ring.
Instead, you’ll build a predictable pipeline, become a recognized market leader, and create a business designed for long-term success.
What People Are Saying
“Mike’s approach is completely customized to your needs, unlike one-size-fits-all coaches. I promise, you’ll be glad you connected with him!”
“If you want someone who listens carefully to your goals and works tirelessly to exceed them, Mike is your guy!”
How It Works
First, we schedule a no-obligation 15-minute strategy session.
During this call, we’ll discuss your business, goals, and pain points and chart an exact roadmap to help you sign high-value listings.
If it’s a good fit, I’ll walk you through how we can work together. Whether you join us or not, you’ll leave with a clear, actionable plan. No pressure. No gimmicks.
Our Core Principles
Mission-Driven Strategy
Organizational Alignment
Effective ROI
Exceptional Client Experience
Elimination of Challenges
As a real estate attorney and broker, I’ve spent over a decade solving complex problems, managing projects, and designing tailored solutions for clients. But my journey didn’t stop at transactions and contracts - it evolved into a mission to empower entrepreneurial real estate agents to thrive.
Thee real estate business is evolving - and agents deserve to build a career that aligns with their passion, serves their clients, and creates lasting impact.
Why It Matters: Every agent has untapped potential. By combining proven systems, exceptional client experiences, and tailored strategies, I help entrepreneurial agents rewrite the story of their businesses.
1. Interpersonal Communication Conflict Management Strategy
2. Phonetic Micro Expression reading for mastering verbal tell signs.
3. The Famous Buffer-Boomerang Technique
Advanced telemarketing strategy, conflict management, interpersonal soft skills, customer support, rhetoric, gamification, pinball machines, employee motivation and phonetic micro expression reading.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#1230podcast #Mike Solitro. #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #learnpodcasting #podcastepisode #podcastguest #podcasting #podcastinterview #podcastplaylist #podcasts #podcastskills #podcastshow
Your 1230 podcast, Mike Solitro, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Your 12|30 podcast presented by Mike Solitro. Special guest CEO Richard Blank
Welcome to Your 12|30 podcast. We all have a story to tell. Tell yours in 12 questions, 30 minutes.
Hosted by Mike Solitro of AccomplishedRE.
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. At 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers over two decades.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Breaking Free and Embracing New Opportunities
Mike, if you can get past your parents' guilt, you can live anywhere in the world as well. So I decided to take the chance and stay. And while I was there, I worked at my friend's center for four years and not at sea level, but I got to see the inside and out of a call center industry. And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring and next thing you know, started my own center.
Creating Company Culture and Making Decisions
I do create my company culture and let them know that I am accountable, will motivate them, but also no surprises. Good, bad or ugly. I have to let them know what's happening in case there's an attrition or something's happening with a list or the script is not working. and would make suggestions and find a way where everyone is comfortable to move forward with certain ideas because I don't always need to win every battle. And Mike, I can fall on many swords. It's not that big of a deal. But ethically, or maybe just from my own experience, I can make an educated decision and share my thoughts with you on why it may be appropriate to change certain words or to approach a client differently.
Enhancing Client Communications
And most of it is just enhancements. Maybe they don't want to leave voicemails or they don't have an email template written. Or if there's a callback number, someone on their end is not there to answer the call. So that might cause a disruption and not looking to rock the boat. But my man, there is some sort of system that we're working here. We got to make sure that no one's dropping the football because it's not your end, it's our end.
Following Family Tradition and Passion
So when I'm 18 and I'm choosing my career in college, which was Spanish, my parents were like, why? Why aren't you studying in grandpa in our footsteps, law and finance and economics? I go, well, great grandpa came from Europe at the turn of the century. He didn't speak English and he was a tailor in New York and he started his business. So we're nomads. It's in our blood just because the turn of the century, big deal. I'm doing it the turn of the other century. 2000 is when I left. So I guess we're the same, just 100 years later. But it's the kind of thing, if it's in your blood and your past ancestors took those chances to go to a different country or to build a business or build a family or past family traditions, then why not? That's your flag to hold high. That's your candle that should never go out. and should be spread amongst others. And for me, I'm not starting a tradition. This is my family tradition. It just skipped a generation or two. But oh, no, I can feel it in my blood that this thing was meant to be, and that's why it's been so good for the past 22 years
Living Authentically and Making Big Moves
You're talking about seriously picking up your spikes and moving to somewhere else, another state or another country. At least do some sort of due diligence. Costa Rica was lucky for me. My friend was here. If there were somewhere else in the world where it was cold or potentially dangerous, maybe I might have not taken that. Or possibly, since I studied Spanish in college and the country did not have Spanish, how much time would it take me to learn that language? I would be starting at scratch. So the stars were aligned. It made it easier for me. My suggestion is to take it in first down to touchdown steps. Maybe just take things of interest first to see if you can keep moving forward. And then when you have everything together, you have your impulse control, maturity, and some cash. Then you take that final step, then go for it. But, you know, those are the sort of things where you only get 100 years and you shouldn't be living someone else's life. You should really be writing your own story. It doesn't need to be so eccentric just to gain attention. You should always have good intentions and good faith. And if you have that sort of stuff, you can make your case to people.
Promoting Interpersonal Interaction and Play in the Workplace
Recess was the best class in school. That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
The Importance of Play and Personal Growth
That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
Turning Challenging Calls into Opportunities
Of course, the bark is worse than the bite. Here's my skinny for somebody. If they hang up on you, it's over. It really is over. How about if they're on the phone screaming at you? That's a different side of the spectrum. But if someone is just testing the waters because they're sea level, or they get so many calls, or you happen to make a good first impression, I think you may be able to readjust the tone. And so in my years, just from my own personal experience, I've been able to ride that wave and ride that bull until the end. and I've converted people and they've become some of my best clients. You know that the best relationships are made is when you go through tough times together or you pass the obstacle course for somebody because they're so black and blue from these phone calls.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
You Are A Real Estate professional who works hard and closes transactions. But now you know, it’s time to earn more and scale your business.
Work with choice clients and stop working 24-7.
Being an excellent agent is a start, but only the start.
You deserve a predictable and profitable business.
Your dream clients should be your only clients. They should be willing to invest in your unparalleled service, appreciate your expertise, and align with your vision.
We'll help you take your business from occasional closings to predictable profitability.
Most strategies focus on the wrong things. Instead, you’ll exclusively attract your preferred clients so you can happily earn more money.
Our results are guaranteed.
Work smarter. Work fewer hours.
Start now. Results today.
So, what is AccomplishedRE | We are a real estate platform centered around your two main goals:
1. Make more money, &
2. Only work with clients you like
We believe the real estate businesses is evolving and should be built around better service and an outstanding client experience. Our businesses support our lifestyles and goals, not deter us from what we want to achieve most.
Part community, part advisory, and part platform. AccomplishedRE reimagines what it means to be a successful and admired real estate professional.
The Problem: The real estate industry wants us to believe that the market, rates, and lawmakers determine our earning potential. That the industry is changing for the worse. And that we should always be working. 24 hours, every day. Many of us fall into the trap of hustle culture: work more hours, push through. Riding on the merry-go-round of mediocrity. But eventually, our real estate businesses run us.
Our Purpose: AccomplishedRE is a positive change platform against the long-standing real estate profession telling you to just work more and hopefully down the line you’ll earn more. We are the better way to run your real estate business.
Our Vision: We envision a world where you work only with the clients you want to work with, where you can earn more, and stress less. We’re reframing what it means to be a successful real estate professional. And what delivering a truly outstanding client experience actually looks like.
Our Mission: We partner with you so you can earn more money and work only with your preferred clients. We make it easier for your clients to buy and sell real estate, while you own a predictable and profitable business that you love.
Our Values: Collaboration, Accountability, Drive, Excellence, & Trust
Ten Ways We Can Collaborate Today
Business Optimization Program
Operations Overhaul
How to Close Big Sales Workshop
Double Your Sales Transformation Program
Profitability Audit
Organizational Alignment Workshop
“Double Your Revenue” 1:1 Coaching
Partners Roundtable
Partner with AccomplishedRE at eXp Realty
AccomplishedRE Coaching Certification
Not sure what makes sense for you, let's explore
Calling All Entrepreneurial Real Estate Professionals
We solve real estate problems.
Earn more. Work less. Today.
We make your business more profitable, or you don't pay!
The real estate industry is under attack - level up your business before it is too late.
Earn more money while working fewer hours.
Do you want to create multiple income streams?
Do you want to rest easier, work less, and earn more?
Here's our Accelerator...our best and completely FREE resources. No signup, no registration required.
The fastest way to a more profitable real estate business.
Become the CEO of your real estate career. Today.
Spend less time working. Happiness guaranteed.
We are the only real estate partner for team leaders, brokerage owners, and entrepreneurial agents who want more core clients.
So let's work together to get you off of the next-deal treadmill, and remove the stress from every transaction.
What Others are Saying
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
Helping Real Estate Agents Sign Their Next (or First) $1M+ Listing in Less Than 90 Days. 𝑮𝒖𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒆𝒅.
Want to work only with clients you enjoy?
Want to increase your income without overworking?
I’m Mike Solitro, founder of Accomplished𝙍𝙀, and I specialize in helping entrepreneurial real estate agents build a more profitable businesses centered around their ideal clients.
What We Do
We deliver a simple yet highly effective system that eliminates frustration and uncertainty for agents and coaches alike. Through proven processes tailored to your unique business, we help you focus on what matters most: Growing your revenue. Working with clients who align with your values. Freeing up your time to dominate your market.
Why Real Estate Pros Choose Us
No more dealing with draining, unaligned clients.
No more struggling through low-revenue quarters.
No more wasting money on ineffective leads.
No more waiting for your phone to ring.
Instead, you’ll build a predictable pipeline, become a recognized market leader, and create a business designed for long-term success.
What People Are Saying
“Mike’s approach is completely customized to your needs, unlike one-size-fits-all coaches. I promise, you’ll be glad you connected with him!”
“If you want someone who listens carefully to your goals and works tirelessly to exceed them, Mike is your guy!”
How It Works
First, we schedule a no-obligation 15-minute strategy session.
During this call, we’ll discuss your business, goals, and pain points and chart an exact roadmap to help you sign high-value listings.
If it’s a good fit, I’ll walk you through how we can work together. Whether you join us or not, you’ll leave with a clear, actionable plan. No pressure. No gimmicks.
Our Core Principles
Mission-Driven Strategy
Organizational Alignment
Effective ROI
Exceptional Client Experience
Elimination of Challenges
As a real estate attorney and broker, I’ve spent over a decade solving complex problems, managing projects, and designing tailored solutions for clients. But my journey didn’t stop at transactions and contracts - it evolved into a mission to empower entrepreneurial real estate agents to thrive.
Thee real estate business is evolving - and agents deserve to build a career that aligns with their passion, serves their clients, and creates lasting impact.
Why It Matters: Every agent has untapped potential. By combining proven systems, exceptional client experiences, and tailored strategies, I help entrepreneurial agents rewrite the story of their businesses.
1. Interpersonal Communication Conflict Management Strategy
2. Phonetic Micro Expression reading for mastering verbal tell signs.
3. The Famous Buffer-Boomerang Technique
Advanced telemarketing strategy, conflict management, interpersonal soft skills, customer support, rhetoric, gamification, pinball machines, employee motivation and phonetic micro expression reading.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#1230podcast #Mike Solitro. #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #learnpodcasting #podcastepisode #podcastguest #podcasting #podcastinterview #podcastplaylist #podcasts #podcastskills #podcastshow
Your 1230 podcast, Mike Solitro, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Your 12|30 podcast presented by Mike Solitro. Special guest CEO Richard Blank
Welcome to Your 12|30 podcast. We all have a story to tell. Tell yours in 12 questions, 30 minutes.
Hosted by Mike Solitro of AccomplishedRE.
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. At 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers over two decades.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Breaking Free and Embracing New Opportunities
Mike, if you can get past your parents' guilt, you can live anywhere in the world as well. So I decided to take the chance and stay. And while I was there, I worked at my friend's center for four years and not at sea level, but I got to see the inside and out of a call center industry. And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring and next thing you know, started my own center.
Creating Company Culture and Making Decisions
I do create my company culture and let them know that I am accountable, will motivate them, but also no surprises. Good, bad or ugly. I have to let them know what's happening in case there's an attrition or something's happening with a list or the script is not working. and would make suggestions and find a way where everyone is comfortable to move forward with certain ideas because I don't always need to win every battle. And Mike, I can fall on many swords. It's not that big of a deal. But ethically, or maybe just from my own experience, I can make an educated decision and share my thoughts with you on why it may be appropriate to change certain words or to approach a client differently.
Enhancing Client Communications
And most of it is just enhancements. Maybe they don't want to leave voicemails or they don't have an email template written. Or if there's a callback number, someone on their end is not there to answer the call. So that might cause a disruption and not looking to rock the boat. But my man, there is some sort of system that we're working here. We got to make sure that no one's dropping the football because it's not your end, it's our end.
Following Family Tradition and Passion
So when I'm 18 and I'm choosing my career in college, which was Spanish, my parents were like, why? Why aren't you studying in grandpa in our footsteps, law and finance and economics? I go, well, great grandpa came from Europe at the turn of the century. He didn't speak English and he was a tailor in New York and he started his business. So we're nomads. It's in our blood just because the turn of the century, big deal. I'm doing it the turn of the other century. 2000 is when I left. So I guess we're the same, just 100 years later. But it's the kind of thing, if it's in your blood and your past ancestors took those chances to go to a different country or to build a business or build a family or past family traditions, then why not? That's your flag to hold high. That's your candle that should never go out. and should be spread amongst others. And for me, I'm not starting a tradition. This is my family tradition. It just skipped a generation or two. But oh, no, I can feel it in my blood that this thing was meant to be, and that's why it's been so good for the past 22 years
Living Authentically and Making Big Moves
You're talking about seriously picking up your spikes and moving to somewhere else, another state or another country. At least do some sort of due diligence. Costa Rica was lucky for me. My friend was here. If there were somewhere else in the world where it was cold or potentially dangerous, maybe I might have not taken that. Or possibly, since I studied Spanish in college and the country did not have Spanish, how much time would it take me to learn that language? I would be starting at scratch. So the stars were aligned. It made it easier for me. My suggestion is to take it in first down to touchdown steps. Maybe just take things of interest first to see if you can keep moving forward. And then when you have everything together, you have your impulse control, maturity, and some cash. Then you take that final step, then go for it. But, you know, those are the sort of things where you only get 100 years and you shouldn't be living someone else's life. You should really be writing your own story. It doesn't need to be so eccentric just to gain attention. You should always have good intentions and good faith. And if you have that sort of stuff, you can make your case to people.
Promoting Interpersonal Interaction and Play in the Workplace
Recess was the best class in school. That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
The Importance of Play and Personal Growth
That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
Turning Challenging Calls into Opportunities
Of course, the bark is worse than the bite. Here's my skinny for somebody. If they hang up on you, it's over. It really is over. How about if they're on the phone screaming at you? That's a different side of the spectrum. But if someone is just testing the waters because they're sea level, or they get so many calls, or you happen to make a good first impression, I think you may be able to readjust the tone. And so in my years, just from my own personal experience, I've been able to ride that wave and ride that bull until the end. and I've converted people and they've become some of my best clients. You know that the best relationships are made is when you go through tough times together or you pass the obstacle course for somebody because they're so black and blue from these phone calls.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
You Are A Real Estate professional who works hard and closes transactions. But now you know, it’s time to earn more and scale your business.
Work with choice clients and stop working 24-7.
Being an excellent agent is a start, but only the start.
You deserve a predictable and profitable business.
Your dream clients should be your only clients. They should be willing to invest in your unparalleled service, appreciate your expertise, and align with your vision.
We'll help you take your business from occasional closings to predictable profitability.
Most strategies focus on the wrong things. Instead, you’ll exclusively attract your preferred clients so you can happily earn more money.
Our results are guaranteed.
Work smarter. Work fewer hours.
Start now. Results today.
So, what is AccomplishedRE | We are a real estate platform centered around your two main goals:
1. Make more money, &
2. Only work with clients you like
We believe the real estate businesses is evolving and should be built around better service and an outstanding client experience. Our businesses support our lifestyles and goals, not deter us from what we want to achieve most.
Part community, part advisory, and part platform. AccomplishedRE reimagines what it means to be a successful and admired real estate professional.
The Problem: The real estate industry wants us to believe that the market, rates, and lawmakers determine our earning potential. That the industry is changing for the worse. And that we should always be working. 24 hours, every day. Many of us fall into the trap of hustle culture: work more hours, push through. Riding on the merry-go-round of mediocrity. But eventually, our real estate businesses run us.
Our Purpose: AccomplishedRE is a positive change platform against the long-standing real estate profession telling you to just work more and hopefully down the line you’ll earn more. We are the better way to run your real estate business.
Our Vision: We envision a world where you work only with the clients you want to work with, where you can earn more, and stress less. We’re reframing what it means to be a successful real estate professional. And what delivering a truly outstanding client experience actually looks like.
Our Mission: We partner with you so you can earn more money and work only with your preferred clients. We make it easier for your clients to buy and sell real estate, while you own a predictable and profitable business that you love.
Our Values: Collaboration, Accountability, Drive, Excellence, & Trust
Ten Ways We Can Collaborate Today
Business Optimization Program
Operations Overhaul
How to Close Big Sales Workshop
Double Your Sales Transformation Program
Profitability Audit
Organizational Alignment Workshop
“Double Your Revenue” 1:1 Coaching
Partners Roundtable
Partner with AccomplishedRE at eXp Realty
AccomplishedRE Coaching Certification
Not sure what makes sense for you, let's explore
Calling All Entrepreneurial Real Estate Professionals
We solve real estate problems.
Earn more. Work less. Today.
We make your business more profitable, or you don't pay!
The real estate industry is under attack - level up your business before it is too late.
Earn more money while working fewer hours.
Do you want to create multiple income streams?
Do you want to rest easier, work less, and earn more?
Here's our Accelerator...our best and completely FREE resources. No signup, no registration required.
The fastest way to a more profitable real estate business.
Become the CEO of your real estate career. Today.
Spend less time working. Happiness guaranteed.
We are the only real estate partner for team leaders, brokerage owners, and entrepreneurial agents who want more core clients.
So let's work together to get you off of the next-deal treadmill, and remove the stress from every transaction.
What Others are Saying
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
Helping Real Estate Agents Sign Their Next (or First) $1M+ Listing in Less Than 90 Days. 𝑮𝒖𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒆𝒅.
Want to work only with clients you enjoy?
Want to increase your income without overworking?
I’m Mike Solitro, founder of Accomplished𝙍𝙀, and I specialize in helping entrepreneurial real estate agents build a more profitable businesses centered around their ideal clients.
What We Do
We deliver a simple yet highly effective system that eliminates frustration and uncertainty for agents and coaches alike. Through proven processes tailored to your unique business, we help you focus on what matters most: Growing your revenue. Working with clients who align with your values. Freeing up your time to dominate your market.
Why Real Estate Pros Choose Us
No more dealing with draining, unaligned clients.
No more struggling through low-revenue quarters.
No more wasting money on ineffective leads.
No more waiting for your phone to ring.
Instead, you’ll build a predictable pipeline, become a recognized market leader, and create a business designed for long-term success.
What People Are Saying
“Mike’s approach is completely customized to your needs, unlike one-size-fits-all coaches. I promise, you’ll be glad you connected with him!”
“If you want someone who listens carefully to your goals and works tirelessly to exceed them, Mike is your guy!”
How It Works
First, we schedule a no-obligation 15-minute strategy session.
During this call, we’ll discuss your business, goals, and pain points and chart an exact roadmap to help you sign high-value listings.
If it’s a good fit, I’ll walk you through how we can work together. Whether you join us or not, you’ll leave with a clear, actionable plan. No pressure. No gimmicks.
Our Core Principles
Mission-Driven Strategy
Organizational Alignment
Effective ROI
Exceptional Client Experience
Elimination of Challenges
As a real estate attorney and broker, I’ve spent over a decade solving complex problems, managing projects, and designing tailored solutions for clients. But my journey didn’t stop at transactions and contracts - it evolved into a mission to empower entrepreneurial real estate agents to thrive.
Thee real estate business is evolving - and agents deserve to build a career that aligns with their passion, serves their clients, and creates lasting impact.
Why It Matters: Every agent has untapped potential. By combining proven systems, exceptional client experiences, and tailored strategies, I help entrepreneurial agents rewrite the story of their businesses.
1. Interpersonal Communication Conflict Management Strategy
2. Phonetic Micro Expression reading for mastering verbal tell signs.
3. The Famous Buffer-Boomerang Technique
Advanced telemarketing strategy, conflict management, interpersonal soft skills, customer support, rhetoric, gamification, pinball machines, employee motivation and phonetic micro expression reading.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#1230podcast #Mike Solitro. #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #learnpodcasting #podcastepisode #podcastguest #podcasting #podcastinterview #podcastplaylist #podcasts #podcastskills #podcastshow
Your 1230 podcast, Mike Solitro, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Your 12|30 podcast presented by Mike Solitro. Special guest CEO Richard Blank
Welcome to Your 12|30 podcast. We all have a story to tell. Tell yours in 12 questions, 30 minutes.
Hosted by Mike Solitro of AccomplishedRE.
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. At 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers over two decades.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Breaking Free and Embracing New Opportunities
Mike, if you can get past your parents' guilt, you can live anywhere in the world as well. So I decided to take the chance and stay. And while I was there, I worked at my friend's center for four years and not at sea level, but I got to see the inside and out of a call center industry. And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring and next thing you know, started my own center.
Creating Company Culture and Making Decisions
I do create my company culture and let them know that I am accountable, will motivate them, but also no surprises. Good, bad or ugly. I have to let them know what's happening in case there's an attrition or something's happening with a list or the script is not working. and would make suggestions and find a way where everyone is comfortable to move forward with certain ideas because I don't always need to win every battle. And Mike, I can fall on many swords. It's not that big of a deal. But ethically, or maybe just from my own experience, I can make an educated decision and share my thoughts with you on why it may be appropriate to change certain words or to approach a client differently.
Enhancing Client Communications
And most of it is just enhancements. Maybe they don't want to leave voicemails or they don't have an email template written. Or if there's a callback number, someone on their end is not there to answer the call. So that might cause a disruption and not looking to rock the boat. But my man, there is some sort of system that we're working here. We got to make sure that no one's dropping the football because it's not your end, it's our end.
Following Family Tradition and Passion
So when I'm 18 and I'm choosing my career in college, which was Spanish, my parents were like, why? Why aren't you studying in grandpa in our footsteps, law and finance and economics? I go, well, great grandpa came from Europe at the turn of the century. He didn't speak English and he was a tailor in New York and he started his business. So we're nomads. It's in our blood just because the turn of the century, big deal. I'm doing it the turn of the other century. 2000 is when I left. So I guess we're the same, just 100 years later. But it's the kind of thing, if it's in your blood and your past ancestors took those chances to go to a different country or to build a business or build a family or past family traditions, then why not? That's your flag to hold high. That's your candle that should never go out. and should be spread amongst others. And for me, I'm not starting a tradition. This is my family tradition. It just skipped a generation or two. But oh, no, I can feel it in my blood that this thing was meant to be, and that's why it's been so good for the past 22 years
Living Authentically and Making Big Moves
You're talking about seriously picking up your spikes and moving to somewhere else, another state or another country. At least do some sort of due diligence. Costa Rica was lucky for me. My friend was here. If there were somewhere else in the world where it was cold or potentially dangerous, maybe I might have not taken that. Or possibly, since I studied Spanish in college and the country did not have Spanish, how much time would it take me to learn that language? I would be starting at scratch. So the stars were aligned. It made it easier for me. My suggestion is to take it in first down to touchdown steps. Maybe just take things of interest first to see if you can keep moving forward. And then when you have everything together, you have your impulse control, maturity, and some cash. Then you take that final step, then go for it. But, you know, those are the sort of things where you only get 100 years and you shouldn't be living someone else's life. You should really be writing your own story. It doesn't need to be so eccentric just to gain attention. You should always have good intentions and good faith. And if you have that sort of stuff, you can make your case to people.
Promoting Interpersonal Interaction and Play in the Workplace
Recess was the best class in school. That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
The Importance of Play and Personal Growth
That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
Turning Challenging Calls into Opportunities
Of course, the bark is worse than the bite. Here's my skinny for somebody. If they hang up on you, it's over. It really is over. How about if they're on the phone screaming at you? That's a different side of the spectrum. But if someone is just testing the waters because they're sea level, or they get so many calls, or you happen to make a good first impression, I think you may be able to readjust the tone. And so in my years, just from my own personal experience, I've been able to ride that wave and ride that bull until the end. and I've converted people and they've become some of my best clients. You know that the best relationships are made is when you go through tough times together or you pass the obstacle course for somebody because they're so black and blue from these phone calls.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
You Are A Real Estate professional who works hard and closes transactions. But now you know, it’s time to earn more and scale your business.
Work with choice clients and stop working 24-7.
Being an excellent agent is a start, but only the start.
You deserve a predictable and profitable business.
Your dream clients should be your only clients. They should be willing to invest in your unparalleled service, appreciate your expertise, and align with your vision.
We'll help you take your business from occasional closings to predictable profitability.
Most strategies focus on the wrong things. Instead, you’ll exclusively attract your preferred clients so you can happily earn more money.
Our results are guaranteed.
Work smarter. Work fewer hours.
Start now. Results today.
So, what is AccomplishedRE | We are a real estate platform centered around your two main goals:
1. Make more money, &
2. Only work with clients you like
We believe the real estate businesses is evolving and should be built around better service and an outstanding client experience. Our businesses support our lifestyles and goals, not deter us from what we want to achieve most.
Part community, part advisory, and part platform. AccomplishedRE reimagines what it means to be a successful and admired real estate professional.
The Problem: The real estate industry wants us to believe that the market, rates, and lawmakers determine our earning potential. That the industry is changing for the worse. And that we should always be working. 24 hours, every day. Many of us fall into the trap of hustle culture: work more hours, push through. Riding on the merry-go-round of mediocrity. But eventually, our real estate businesses run us.
Our Purpose: AccomplishedRE is a positive change platform against the long-standing real estate profession telling you to just work more and hopefully down the line you’ll earn more. We are the better way to run your real estate business.
Our Vision: We envision a world where you work only with the clients you want to work with, where you can earn more, and stress less. We’re reframing what it means to be a successful real estate professional. And what delivering a truly outstanding client experience actually looks like.
Our Mission: We partner with you so you can earn more money and work only with your preferred clients. We make it easier for your clients to buy and sell real estate, while you own a predictable and profitable business that you love.
Our Values: Collaboration, Accountability, Drive, Excellence, & Trust
Ten Ways We Can Collaborate Today
Business Optimization Program
Operations Overhaul
How to Close Big Sales Workshop
Double Your Sales Transformation Program
Profitability Audit
Organizational Alignment Workshop
“Double Your Revenue” 1:1 Coaching
Partners Roundtable
Partner with AccomplishedRE at eXp Realty
AccomplishedRE Coaching Certification
Not sure what makes sense for you, let's explore
Calling All Entrepreneurial Real Estate Professionals
We solve real estate problems.
Earn more. Work less. Today.
We make your business more profitable, or you don't pay!
The real estate industry is under attack - level up your business before it is too late.
Earn more money while working fewer hours.
Do you want to create multiple income streams?
Do you want to rest easier, work less, and earn more?
Here's our Accelerator...our best and completely FREE resources. No signup, no registration required.
The fastest way to a more profitable real estate business.
Become the CEO of your real estate career. Today.
Spend less time working. Happiness guaranteed.
We are the only real estate partner for team leaders, brokerage owners, and entrepreneurial agents who want more core clients.
So let's work together to get you off of the next-deal treadmill, and remove the stress from every transaction.
What Others are Saying
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
Helping Real Estate Agents Sign Their Next (or First) $1M+ Listing in Less Than 90 Days. 𝑮𝒖𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒆𝒅.
Want to work only with clients you enjoy?
Want to increase your income without overworking?
I’m Mike Solitro, founder of Accomplished𝙍𝙀, and I specialize in helping entrepreneurial real estate agents build a more profitable businesses centered around their ideal clients.
What We Do
We deliver a simple yet highly effective system that eliminates frustration and uncertainty for agents and coaches alike. Through proven processes tailored to your unique business, we help you focus on what matters most: Growing your revenue. Working with clients who align with your values. Freeing up your time to dominate your market.
Why Real Estate Pros Choose Us
No more dealing with draining, unaligned clients.
No more struggling through low-revenue quarters.
No more wasting money on ineffective leads.
No more waiting for your phone to ring.
Instead, you’ll build a predictable pipeline, become a recognized market leader, and create a business designed for long-term success.
What People Are Saying
“Mike’s approach is completely customized to your needs, unlike one-size-fits-all coaches. I promise, you’ll be glad you connected with him!”
“If you want someone who listens carefully to your goals and works tirelessly to exceed them, Mike is your guy!”
How It Works
First, we schedule a no-obligation 15-minute strategy session.
During this call, we’ll discuss your business, goals, and pain points and chart an exact roadmap to help you sign high-value listings.
If it’s a good fit, I’ll walk you through how we can work together. Whether you join us or not, you’ll leave with a clear, actionable plan. No pressure. No gimmicks.
Our Core Principles
Mission-Driven Strategy
Organizational Alignment
Effective ROI
Exceptional Client Experience
Elimination of Challenges
As a real estate attorney and broker, I’ve spent over a decade solving complex problems, managing projects, and designing tailored solutions for clients. But my journey didn’t stop at transactions and contracts - it evolved into a mission to empower entrepreneurial real estate agents to thrive.
Thee real estate business is evolving - and agents deserve to build a career that aligns with their passion, serves their clients, and creates lasting impact.
Why It Matters: Every agent has untapped potential. By combining proven systems, exceptional client experiences, and tailored strategies, I help entrepreneurial agents rewrite the story of their businesses.
1. Interpersonal Communication Conflict Management Strategy
2. Phonetic Micro Expression reading for mastering verbal tell signs.
3. The Famous Buffer-Boomerang Technique
Advanced telemarketing strategy, conflict management, interpersonal soft skills, customer support, rhetoric, gamification, pinball machines, employee motivation and phonetic micro expression reading.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#1230podcast #Mike Solitro. #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #learnpodcasting #podcastepisode #podcastguest #podcasting #podcastinterview #podcastplaylist #podcasts #podcastskills #podcastshow
Your 1230 podcast, Mike Solitro, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Your 12|30 podcast presented by Mike Solitro. Special guest CEO Richard Blank
Welcome to Your 12|30 podcast. We all have a story to tell. Tell yours in 12 questions, 30 minutes.
Hosted by Mike Solitro of AccomplishedRE.
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. At 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers over two decades.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Breaking Free and Embracing New Opportunities
Mike, if you can get past your parents' guilt, you can live anywhere in the world as well. So I decided to take the chance and stay. And while I was there, I worked at my friend's center for four years and not at sea level, but I got to see the inside and out of a call center industry. And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring and next thing you know, started my own center.
Creating Company Culture and Making Decisions
I do create my company culture and let them know that I am accountable, will motivate them, but also no surprises. Good, bad or ugly. I have to let them know what's happening in case there's an attrition or something's happening with a list or the script is not working. and would make suggestions and find a way where everyone is comfortable to move forward with certain ideas because I don't always need to win every battle. And Mike, I can fall on many swords. It's not that big of a deal. But ethically, or maybe just from my own experience, I can make an educated decision and share my thoughts with you on why it may be appropriate to change certain words or to approach a client differently.
Enhancing Client Communications
And most of it is just enhancements. Maybe they don't want to leave voicemails or they don't have an email template written. Or if there's a callback number, someone on their end is not there to answer the call. So that might cause a disruption and not looking to rock the boat. But my man, there is some sort of system that we're working here. We got to make sure that no one's dropping the football because it's not your end, it's our end.
Following Family Tradition and Passion
So when I'm 18 and I'm choosing my career in college, which was Spanish, my parents were like, why? Why aren't you studying in grandpa in our footsteps, law and finance and economics? I go, well, great grandpa came from Europe at the turn of the century. He didn't speak English and he was a tailor in New York and he started his business. So we're nomads. It's in our blood just because the turn of the century, big deal. I'm doing it the turn of the other century. 2000 is when I left. So I guess we're the same, just 100 years later. But it's the kind of thing, if it's in your blood and your past ancestors took those chances to go to a different country or to build a business or build a family or past family traditions, then why not? That's your flag to hold high. That's your candle that should never go out. and should be spread amongst others. And for me, I'm not starting a tradition. This is my family tradition. It just skipped a generation or two. But oh, no, I can feel it in my blood that this thing was meant to be, and that's why it's been so good for the past 22 years
Living Authentically and Making Big Moves
You're talking about seriously picking up your spikes and moving to somewhere else, another state or another country. At least do some sort of due diligence. Costa Rica was lucky for me. My friend was here. If there were somewhere else in the world where it was cold or potentially dangerous, maybe I might have not taken that. Or possibly, since I studied Spanish in college and the country did not have Spanish, how much time would it take me to learn that language? I would be starting at scratch. So the stars were aligned. It made it easier for me. My suggestion is to take it in first down to touchdown steps. Maybe just take things of interest first to see if you can keep moving forward. And then when you have everything together, you have your impulse control, maturity, and some cash. Then you take that final step, then go for it. But, you know, those are the sort of things where you only get 100 years and you shouldn't be living someone else's life. You should really be writing your own story. It doesn't need to be so eccentric just to gain attention. You should always have good intentions and good faith. And if you have that sort of stuff, you can make your case to people.
Promoting Interpersonal Interaction and Play in the Workplace
Recess was the best class in school. That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
The Importance of Play and Personal Growth
That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
Turning Challenging Calls into Opportunities
Of course, the bark is worse than the bite. Here's my skinny for somebody. If they hang up on you, it's over. It really is over. How about if they're on the phone screaming at you? That's a different side of the spectrum. But if someone is just testing the waters because they're sea level, or they get so many calls, or you happen to make a good first impression, I think you may be able to readjust the tone. And so in my years, just from my own personal experience, I've been able to ride that wave and ride that bull until the end. and I've converted people and they've become some of my best clients. You know that the best relationships are made is when you go through tough times together or you pass the obstacle course for somebody because they're so black and blue from these phone calls.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
You Are A Real Estate professional who works hard and closes transactions. But now you know, it’s time to earn more and scale your business.
Work with choice clients and stop working 24-7.
Being an excellent agent is a start, but only the start.
You deserve a predictable and profitable business.
Your dream clients should be your only clients. They should be willing to invest in your unparalleled service, appreciate your expertise, and align with your vision.
We'll help you take your business from occasional closings to predictable profitability.
Most strategies focus on the wrong things. Instead, you’ll exclusively attract your preferred clients so you can happily earn more money.
Our results are guaranteed.
Work smarter. Work fewer hours.
Start now. Results today.
So, what is AccomplishedRE | We are a real estate platform centered around your two main goals:
1. Make more money, &
2. Only work with clients you like
We believe the real estate businesses is evolving and should be built around better service and an outstanding client experience. Our businesses support our lifestyles and goals, not deter us from what we want to achieve most.
Part community, part advisory, and part platform. AccomplishedRE reimagines what it means to be a successful and admired real estate professional.
The Problem: The real estate industry wants us to believe that the market, rates, and lawmakers determine our earning potential. That the industry is changing for the worse. And that we should always be working. 24 hours, every day. Many of us fall into the trap of hustle culture: work more hours, push through. Riding on the merry-go-round of mediocrity. But eventually, our real estate businesses run us.
Our Purpose: AccomplishedRE is a positive change platform against the long-standing real estate profession telling you to just work more and hopefully down the line you’ll earn more. We are the better way to run your real estate business.
Our Vision: We envision a world where you work only with the clients you want to work with, where you can earn more, and stress less. We’re reframing what it means to be a successful real estate professional. And what delivering a truly outstanding client experience actually looks like.
Our Mission: We partner with you so you can earn more money and work only with your preferred clients. We make it easier for your clients to buy and sell real estate, while you own a predictable and profitable business that you love.
Our Values: Collaboration, Accountability, Drive, Excellence, & Trust
Ten Ways We Can Collaborate Today
Business Optimization Program
Operations Overhaul
How to Close Big Sales Workshop
Double Your Sales Transformation Program
Profitability Audit
Organizational Alignment Workshop
“Double Your Revenue” 1:1 Coaching
Partners Roundtable
Partner with AccomplishedRE at eXp Realty
AccomplishedRE Coaching Certification
Not sure what makes sense for you, let's explore
Calling All Entrepreneurial Real Estate Professionals
We solve real estate problems.
Earn more. Work less. Today.
We make your business more profitable, or you don't pay!
The real estate industry is under attack - level up your business before it is too late.
Earn more money while working fewer hours.
Do you want to create multiple income streams?
Do you want to rest easier, work less, and earn more?
Here's our Accelerator...our best and completely FREE resources. No signup, no registration required.
The fastest way to a more profitable real estate business.
Become the CEO of your real estate career. Today.
Spend less time working. Happiness guaranteed.
We are the only real estate partner for team leaders, brokerage owners, and entrepreneurial agents who want more core clients.
So let's work together to get you off of the next-deal treadmill, and remove the stress from every transaction.
What Others are Saying
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
Helping Real Estate Agents Sign Their Next (or First) $1M+ Listing in Less Than 90 Days. 𝑮𝒖𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒆𝒅.
Want to work only with clients you enjoy?
Want to increase your income without overworking?
I’m Mike Solitro, founder of Accomplished𝙍𝙀, and I specialize in helping entrepreneurial real estate agents build a more profitable businesses centered around their ideal clients.
What We Do
We deliver a simple yet highly effective system that eliminates frustration and uncertainty for agents and coaches alike. Through proven processes tailored to your unique business, we help you focus on what matters most: Growing your revenue. Working with clients who align with your values. Freeing up your time to dominate your market.
Why Real Estate Pros Choose Us
No more dealing with draining, unaligned clients.
No more struggling through low-revenue quarters.
No more wasting money on ineffective leads.
No more waiting for your phone to ring.
Instead, you’ll build a predictable pipeline, become a recognized market leader, and create a business designed for long-term success.
What People Are Saying
“Mike’s approach is completely customized to your needs, unlike one-size-fits-all coaches. I promise, you’ll be glad you connected with him!”
“If you want someone who listens carefully to your goals and works tirelessly to exceed them, Mike is your guy!”
How It Works
First, we schedule a no-obligation 15-minute strategy session.
During this call, we’ll discuss your business, goals, and pain points and chart an exact roadmap to help you sign high-value listings.
If it’s a good fit, I’ll walk you through how we can work together. Whether you join us or not, you’ll leave with a clear, actionable plan. No pressure. No gimmicks.
Our Core Principles
Mission-Driven Strategy
Organizational Alignment
Effective ROI
Exceptional Client Experience
Elimination of Challenges
As a real estate attorney and broker, I’ve spent over a decade solving complex problems, managing projects, and designing tailored solutions for clients. But my journey didn’t stop at transactions and contracts - it evolved into a mission to empower entrepreneurial real estate agents to thrive.
Thee real estate business is evolving - and agents deserve to build a career that aligns with their passion, serves their clients, and creates lasting impact.
Why It Matters: Every agent has untapped potential. By combining proven systems, exceptional client experiences, and tailored strategies, I help entrepreneurial agents rewrite the story of their businesses.
1. Interpersonal Communication Conflict Management Strategy
2. Phonetic Micro Expression reading for mastering verbal tell signs.
3. The Famous Buffer-Boomerang Technique
Advanced telemarketing strategy, conflict management, interpersonal soft skills, customer support, rhetoric, gamification, pinball machines, employee motivation and phonetic micro expression reading.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#1230podcast #Mike Solitro. #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #learnpodcasting #podcastepisode #podcastguest #podcasting #podcastinterview #podcastplaylist #podcasts #podcastskills #podcastshow
Your 1230 podcast, Mike Solitro, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Your 12|30 podcast presented by Mike Solitro. Special guest CEO Richard Blank
Welcome to Your 12|30 podcast. We all have a story to tell. Tell yours in 12 questions, 30 minutes.
Hosted by Mike Solitro of AccomplishedRE.
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. At 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers over two decades.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Breaking Free and Embracing New Opportunities
Mike, if you can get past your parents' guilt, you can live anywhere in the world as well. So I decided to take the chance and stay. And while I was there, I worked at my friend's center for four years and not at sea level, but I got to see the inside and out of a call center industry. And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring and next thing you know, started my own center.
Creating Company Culture and Making Decisions
I do create my company culture and let them know that I am accountable, will motivate them, but also no surprises. Good, bad or ugly. I have to let them know what's happening in case there's an attrition or something's happening with a list or the script is not working. and would make suggestions and find a way where everyone is comfortable to move forward with certain ideas because I don't always need to win every battle. And Mike, I can fall on many swords. It's not that big of a deal. But ethically, or maybe just from my own experience, I can make an educated decision and share my thoughts with you on why it may be appropriate to change certain words or to approach a client differently.
Enhancing Client Communications
And most of it is just enhancements. Maybe they don't want to leave voicemails or they don't have an email template written. Or if there's a callback number, someone on their end is not there to answer the call. So that might cause a disruption and not looking to rock the boat. But my man, there is some sort of system that we're working here. We got to make sure that no one's dropping the football because it's not your end, it's our end.
Following Family Tradition and Passion
So when I'm 18 and I'm choosing my career in college, which was Spanish, my parents were like, why? Why aren't you studying in grandpa in our footsteps, law and finance and economics? I go, well, great grandpa came from Europe at the turn of the century. He didn't speak English and he was a tailor in New York and he started his business. So we're nomads. It's in our blood just because the turn of the century, big deal. I'm doing it the turn of the other century. 2000 is when I left. So I guess we're the same, just 100 years later. But it's the kind of thing, if it's in your blood and your past ancestors took those chances to go to a different country or to build a business or build a family or past family traditions, then why not? That's your flag to hold high. That's your candle that should never go out. and should be spread amongst others. And for me, I'm not starting a tradition. This is my family tradition. It just skipped a generation or two. But oh, no, I can feel it in my blood that this thing was meant to be, and that's why it's been so good for the past 22 years
Living Authentically and Making Big Moves
You're talking about seriously picking up your spikes and moving to somewhere else, another state or another country. At least do some sort of due diligence. Costa Rica was lucky for me. My friend was here. If there were somewhere else in the world where it was cold or potentially dangerous, maybe I might have not taken that. Or possibly, since I studied Spanish in college and the country did not have Spanish, how much time would it take me to learn that language? I would be starting at scratch. So the stars were aligned. It made it easier for me. My suggestion is to take it in first down to touchdown steps. Maybe just take things of interest first to see if you can keep moving forward. And then when you have everything together, you have your impulse control, maturity, and some cash. Then you take that final step, then go for it. But, you know, those are the sort of things where you only get 100 years and you shouldn't be living someone else's life. You should really be writing your own story. It doesn't need to be so eccentric just to gain attention. You should always have good intentions and good faith. And if you have that sort of stuff, you can make your case to people.
Promoting Interpersonal Interaction and Play in the Workplace
Recess was the best class in school. That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
The Importance of Play and Personal Growth
That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
Turning Challenging Calls into Opportunities
Of course, the bark is worse than the bite. Here's my skinny for somebody. If they hang up on you, it's over. It really is over. How about if they're on the phone screaming at you? That's a different side of the spectrum. But if someone is just testing the waters because they're sea level, or they get so many calls, or you happen to make a good first impression, I think you may be able to readjust the tone. And so in my years, just from my own personal experience, I've been able to ride that wave and ride that bull until the end. and I've converted people and they've become some of my best clients. You know that the best relationships are made is when you go through tough times together or you pass the obstacle course for somebody because they're so black and blue from these phone calls.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
You Are A Real Estate professional who works hard and closes transactions. But now you know, it’s time to earn more and scale your business.
Work with choice clients and stop working 24-7.
Being an excellent agent is a start, but only the start.
You deserve a predictable and profitable business.
Your dream clients should be your only clients. They should be willing to invest in your unparalleled service, appreciate your expertise, and align with your vision.
We'll help you take your business from occasional closings to predictable profitability.
Most strategies focus on the wrong things. Instead, you’ll exclusively attract your preferred clients so you can happily earn more money.
Our results are guaranteed.
Work smarter. Work fewer hours.
Start now. Results today.
So, what is AccomplishedRE | We are a real estate platform centered around your two main goals:
1. Make more money, &
2. Only work with clients you like
We believe the real estate businesses is evolving and should be built around better service and an outstanding client experience. Our businesses support our lifestyles and goals, not deter us from what we want to achieve most.
Part community, part advisory, and part platform. AccomplishedRE reimagines what it means to be a successful and admired real estate professional.
The Problem: The real estate industry wants us to believe that the market, rates, and lawmakers determine our earning potential. That the industry is changing for the worse. And that we should always be working. 24 hours, every day. Many of us fall into the trap of hustle culture: work more hours, push through. Riding on the merry-go-round of mediocrity. But eventually, our real estate businesses run us.
Our Purpose: AccomplishedRE is a positive change platform against the long-standing real estate profession telling you to just work more and hopefully down the line you’ll earn more. We are the better way to run your real estate business.
Our Vision: We envision a world where you work only with the clients you want to work with, where you can earn more, and stress less. We’re reframing what it means to be a successful real estate professional. And what delivering a truly outstanding client experience actually looks like.
Our Mission: We partner with you so you can earn more money and work only with your preferred clients. We make it easier for your clients to buy and sell real estate, while you own a predictable and profitable business that you love.
Our Values: Collaboration, Accountability, Drive, Excellence, & Trust
Ten Ways We Can Collaborate Today
Business Optimization Program
Operations Overhaul
How to Close Big Sales Workshop
Double Your Sales Transformation Program
Profitability Audit
Organizational Alignment Workshop
“Double Your Revenue” 1:1 Coaching
Partners Roundtable
Partner with AccomplishedRE at eXp Realty
AccomplishedRE Coaching Certification
Not sure what makes sense for you, let's explore
Calling All Entrepreneurial Real Estate Professionals
We solve real estate problems.
Earn more. Work less. Today.
We make your business more profitable, or you don't pay!
The real estate industry is under attack - level up your business before it is too late.
Earn more money while working fewer hours.
Do you want to create multiple income streams?
Do you want to rest easier, work less, and earn more?
Here's our Accelerator...our best and completely FREE resources. No signup, no registration required.
The fastest way to a more profitable real estate business.
Become the CEO of your real estate career. Today.
Spend less time working. Happiness guaranteed.
We are the only real estate partner for team leaders, brokerage owners, and entrepreneurial agents who want more core clients.
So let's work together to get you off of the next-deal treadmill, and remove the stress from every transaction.
What Others are Saying
Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
Helping Real Estate Agents Sign Their Next (or First) $1M+ Listing in Less Than 90 Days. 𝑮𝒖𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒆𝒅.
Want to work only with clients you enjoy?
Want to increase your income without overworking?
I’m Mike Solitro, founder of Accomplished𝙍𝙀, and I specialize in helping entrepreneurial real estate agents build a more profitable businesses centered around their ideal clients.
What We Do
We deliver a simple yet highly effective system that eliminates frustration and uncertainty for agents and coaches alike. Through proven processes tailored to your unique business, we help you focus on what matters most: Growing your revenue. Working with clients who align with your values. Freeing up your time to dominate your market.
Why Real Estate Pros Choose Us
No more dealing with draining, unaligned clients.
No more struggling through low-revenue quarters.
No more wasting money on ineffective leads.
No more waiting for your phone to ring.
Instead, you’ll build a predictable pipeline, become a recognized market leader, and create a business designed for long-term success.
What People Are Saying
“Mike’s approach is completely customized to your needs, unlike one-size-fits-all coaches. I promise, you’ll be glad you connected with him!”
“If you want someone who listens carefully to your goals and works tirelessly to exceed them, Mike is your guy!”
How It Works
First, we schedule a no-obligation 15-minute strategy session.
During this call, we’ll discuss your business, goals, and pain points and chart an exact roadmap to help you sign high-value listings.
If it’s a good fit, I’ll walk you through how we can work together. Whether you join us or not, you’ll leave with a clear, actionable plan. No pressure. No gimmicks.
Our Core Principles
Mission-Driven Strategy
Organizational Alignment
Effective ROI
Exceptional Client Experience
Elimination of Challenges
As a real estate attorney and broker, I’ve spent over a decade solving complex problems, managing projects, and designing tailored solutions for clients. But my journey didn’t stop at transactions and contracts - it evolved into a mission to empower entrepreneurial real estate agents to thrive.
Thee real estate business is evolving - and agents deserve to build a career that aligns with their passion, serves their clients, and creates lasting impact.
Why It Matters: Every agent has untapped potential. By combining proven systems, exceptional client experiences, and tailored strategies, I help entrepreneurial agents rewrite the story of their businesses.
1. Interpersonal Communication Conflict Management Strategy
2. Phonetic Micro Expression reading for mastering verbal tell signs.
3. The Famous Buffer-Boomerang Technique
Advanced telemarketing strategy, conflict management, interpersonal soft skills, customer support, rhetoric, gamification, pinball machines, employee motivation and phonetic micro expression reading.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
#1230podcast #Mike Solitro. #RichardBlank #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #learnpodcasting #podcastepisode #podcastguest #podcasting #podcastinterview #podcastplaylist #podcasts #podcastskills #podcastshow
Your 1230 podcast, Mike Solitro, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing, BPO, Nearshore, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business,Podcast,Gamification,Leadership,Marketing, Radio, Guest, Money, education, trainer,
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
https://youtu.be/f28G1kjIWEc
https://youtu.be/arR80qg2xLQ
https://youtu.be/1wTHhcLB91o
https://youtu.be/9jukOsmJNqs
https://youtu.be/eTIOaO96u2I
https://youtu.be/qC-9RR3SrB0
Your 12|30 podcast presented by Mike Solitro. Special guest CEO Richard Blank
Welcome to Your 12|30 podcast. We all have a story to tell. Tell yours in 12 questions, 30 minutes.
Hosted by Mike Solitro of AccomplishedRE.
https://youtu.be/ozpjkK95xxI
https://youtu.be/Dwg44crvhZQ
https://youtu.be/-LW8zYm5GhU
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Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. At 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers over two decades.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Breaking Free and Embracing New Opportunities
Mike, if you can get past your parents' guilt, you can live anywhere in the world as well. So I decided to take the chance and stay. And while I was there, I worked at my friend's center for four years and not at sea level, but I got to see the inside and out of a call center industry. And then in my mid-30s, I threw my hat in the ring and next thing you know, started my own center.
Creating Company Culture and Making Decisions
I do create my company culture and let them know that I am accountable, will motivate them, but also no surprises. Good, bad or ugly. I have to let them know what's happening in case there's an attrition or something's happening with a list or the script is not working. and would make suggestions and find a way where everyone is comfortable to move forward with certain ideas because I don't always need to win every battle. And Mike, I can fall on many swords. It's not that big of a deal. But ethically, or maybe just from my own experience, I can make an educated decision and share my thoughts with you on why it may be appropriate to change certain words or to approach a client differently.
Enhancing Client Communications
And most of it is just enhancements. Maybe they don't want to leave voicemails or they don't have an email template written. Or if there's a callback number, someone on their end is not there to answer the call. So that might cause a disruption and not looking to rock the boat. But my man, there is some sort of system that we're working here. We got to make sure that no one's dropping the football because it's not your end, it's our end.
Following Family Tradition and Passion
So when I'm 18 and I'm choosing my career in college, which was Spanish, my parents were like, why? Why aren't you studying in grandpa in our footsteps, law and finance and economics? I go, well, great grandpa came from Europe at the turn of the century. He didn't speak English and he was a tailor in New York and he started his business. So we're nomads. It's in our blood just because the turn of the century, big deal. I'm doing it the turn of the other century. 2000 is when I left. So I guess we're the same, just 100 years later. But it's the kind of thing, if it's in your blood and your past ancestors took those chances to go to a different country or to build a business or build a family or past family traditions, then why not? That's your flag to hold high. That's your candle that should never go out. and should be spread amongst others. And for me, I'm not starting a tradition. This is my family tradition. It just skipped a generation or two. But oh, no, I can feel it in my blood that this thing was meant to be, and that's why it's been so good for the past 22 years
Living Authentically and Making Big Moves
You're talking about seriously picking up your spikes and moving to somewhere else, another state or another country. At least do some sort of due diligence. Costa Rica was lucky for me. My friend was here. If there were somewhere else in the world where it was cold or potentially dangerous, maybe I might have not taken that. Or possibly, since I studied Spanish in college and the country did not have Spanish, how much time would it take me to learn that language? I would be starting at scratch. So the stars were aligned. It made it easier for me. My suggestion is to take it in first down to touchdown steps. Maybe just take things of interest first to see if you can keep moving forward. And then when you have everything together, you have your impulse control, maturity, and some cash. Then you take that final step, then go for it. But, you know, those are the sort of things where you only get 100 years and you shouldn't be living someone else's life. You should really be writing your own story. It doesn't need to be so eccentric just to gain attention. You should always have good intentions and good faith. And if you have that sort of stuff, you can make your case to people.
Promoting Interpersonal Interaction and Play in the Workplace
Recess was the best class in school. That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
The Importance of Play and Personal Growth
That's where you made all your friends and the best relationships are built through play. And why don't we take that away because we are adults? Just because I'm bald and have a white beard doesn't mean I can't enjoy my half an hour with my friends at lunchtime. Let's have a good time. And I've seen people put their phone down and join groups, not go outside for a cigarette, but stay inside to participate. And I think those are the little wins that I can see, one less cigarette and one less screen time and more interpersonal interaction to build on those skills. I can only do so much, Mike. I can't hit the ball and drag Johnny everywhere. But what I can do is to get them to stand tall and to be accountable and to do some dedicated practice outside of the office. So maybe they study words in the thesaurus or watch another movie in English and pull a phrase out of it or ask me a vocabulary word because they found it interesting. I respect that. That's what leaders are made of, the ones that are inquisitive and just try to grow their skills.
Turning Challenging Calls into Opportunities
Of course, the bark is worse than the bite. Here's my skinny for somebody. If they hang up on you, it's over. It really is over. How about if they're on the phone screaming at you? That's a different side of the spectrum. But if someone is just testing the waters because they're sea level, or they get so many calls, or you happen to make a good first impression, I think you may be able to readjust the tone. And so in my years, just from my own personal experience, I've been able to ride that wave and ride that bull until the end. and I've converted people and they've become some of my best clients. You know that the best relationships are made is when you go through tough times together or you pass the obstacle course for somebody because they're so black and blue from these phone calls.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
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Mike Solitro is the Director of AccomplishedRE, a real estate attorney, broker, and hosts the Your 12|30 podcast.
Mike graduated from Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. He was named a Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40-under-40, and is an alum of both the
Cape Cod's Entrepreneurship for All and Leadership Cape Cod programs.
For more than a decade, he has leveraged dispute resolution practices and lean principles to solve problems, manage projects, and enhance collaboration.
Helping Real Estate Agents Sign Their Next (or First) $1M+ Listing in Less Than 90 Days. 𝑮𝒖𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒆𝒅.
Want to work only with clients you enjoy?
Want to increase your income without overworking?
I’m Mike Solitro, founder of Accomplished𝙍𝙀, and I specialize in helping entrepreneurial real estate agents build a more profitable businesses centered around their ideal clients.
What We Do
We deliver a simple yet highly effective system that eliminates frustration and uncertainty for agents and coaches alike. Through proven processes tailored to your unique business, we help you focus on what matters most: Growing your revenue. Working with clients who align with your values. Freeing up your time to dominate your market.
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What People Are Saying
“Mike’s approach is completely customized to your needs, unlike one-size-fits-all coaches. I promise, you’ll be glad you connected with him!”
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First, we schedule a no-obligation 15-minute strategy session.
During this call, we’ll discuss your business, goals, and pain points and chart an exact roadmap to help you sign high-value listings.
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As a real estate attorney and broker, I’ve spent over a decade solving complex problems, managing projects, and designing tailored solutions for clients. But my journey didn’t stop at transactions and contracts - it evolved into a mission to empower entrepreneurial real estate agents to thrive.
Thee real estate business is evolving - and agents deserve to build a career that aligns with their passion, serves their clients, and creates lasting impact.
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2. Phonetic Micro Expression reading for mastering verbal tell signs.
3. The Famous Buffer-Boomerang Technique
Advanced telemarketing strategy, conflict management, interpersonal soft skills, customer support, rhetoric, gamification, pinball machines, employee motivation and phonetic micro expression reading.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
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Walking Digital Corridors podcast guest Richard Blank. Can cold calling compete in the age of AI?
Cold Calling vs. Social Selling: Navigating the AI-Powered Sales Frontier
As AI revolutionises the sales landscape, the debate is heating up. Is cold calling a relic of the past, or does it still have a place in a world dominated by social selling and automation?
Join us for a high-octane discussion on Cold Calling vs. Social Selling:
Navigating the AI-Powered Sales Frontier, featuring Alex, his sons Jordan and Jensen—both deep in the trenches of today’s sales world—and special guest Richard Blank, Cold Calling expert.
Here’s what we’re asking:
Can cold calling really hold its own in the age of AI?
Is the human touch still essential, or can automation replace it in B2B deals?
How can AI enhance the selling process without losing that personal connection?
You’ll hear Richard make a compelling case for why cold calling is far from dead, while Alex challenges its relevance in today’s tech-driven landscape.
https://youtu.be/XFryzr3u8BY
Expect a lively debate with actionable strategies for sales and customer success teams navigating this rapidly changing frontier.
Want to future-proof your sales tactics? Don’t miss out. Tune in to challenge your assumptions and walk away with practical insights to up your game.
Creating conversations with your target audience is easier said than done, these days!
Alex and his Sons, Jordan and Jensen share their experience in sales, marketing and customers success.
We aim to share practical tips to help our listeners walk digital corridors effectively and create conversations with their target audience!Our mission is to bring positive mental health back to sales by empowering our audience to create a predictable flow of commercial conversations with their target audience. We just happen to be pretty good at it ourselves and want to share our approach with you!
Almost four years ago my son, Jordan, Jensen and I were banging our heads against a brick wall trying to make our clients successful at developing pipeline, something every business we spoke to was struggling with in one form or another, whether it's size, quality or progression. So we tested every approach known. And we're still testing!
In the last two years we have refined our approach and now share this with others who want to leverage social media to build meaningful relationships that scale over time.
The results:
- Call rates have improved by 30x
- Territory penetration has increased by 15x
- 34% of calls progress with a meaningful next step agreed
- Clients (on average) generate calls with 10.2% of their target audience
- The number of stakeholders engaged in each active account increased by 6.4x
Each week, Alex, Jordan and Jensen share real life examples of what’s working and what’s not, we aim to give you practical tips you can try today after each episode - we hope you enjoy our podcast, we welcome questions and new topics to discuss so please engage with us on socials or drop us a note.
e Hosts
Jordan Abbott (a.k.a. The Sales Poet)
Jordan is a seasoned sales development rep, a regular podcaster, and on the Board of the Emerging Professionals Network, a membership body part of the Institute of Sales Professionals designed to encourage young people into the sales profession. In his spare time he's known as the Sales Poet and enjoys spending time with his partner and two pooches.
Alex Abbott (a.k.a. Bearded Sales Guy)
Founder, CEO
My mission is to bring positive mental health back to sales by making sales fun again. Solving the one problem that feeds all others in sales, a lack of pipeline. Through our podcast I aim to empower the community to create a predictable flow of commercial conversations with their target audience, to grow their business.
After almost 4 years of testing I've found a method that works and want to share it with you.
My Wife and I run another community called She Loves Social which is aimed at empowering women with new digital sales skills to help them re-enter the workplace walking digital corridors safely and effectively.
Jensen Abbott
Business Development Manager & Co-host
Jensen started his career as an apprentice stone mason spending most of his days fitting precious stone into kitchens and by night hitting the gym preparing himself for competition. Today, he is part of the Walking Digital Corridors team putting his new found digital relationship building into practice. Being the youngest on the team it’s lovely to hear of his successes developing relationships with his target audience as a BDR.
Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. At 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers over two decades.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
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Can cold calling compete in the age of AI? Walking Digital Corridors podcast guest Richard Blank.
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Walking Digital Corridors podcast guest Richard Blank. Can cold calling compete in the age of AI?
Cold Calling vs. Social Selling: Navigating the AI-Powered Sales Frontier
As AI revolutionises the sales landscape, the debate is heating up. Is cold calling a relic of the past, or does it still have a place in a world dominated by social selling and automation?
Join us for a high-octane discussion on Cold Calling vs. Social Selling:
Navigating the AI-Powered Sales Frontier, featuring Alex, his sons Jordan and Jensen—both deep in the trenches of today’s sales world—and special guest Richard Blank, Cold Calling expert.
Here’s what we’re asking:
Can cold calling really hold its own in the age of AI?
Is the human touch still essential, or can automation replace it in B2B deals?
How can AI enhance the selling process without losing that personal connection?
You’ll hear Richard make a compelling case for why cold calling is far from dead, while Alex challenges its relevance in today’s tech-driven landscape.
https://youtu.be/XFryzr3u8BY
Expect a lively debate with actionable strategies for sales and customer success teams navigating this rapidly changing frontier.
Want to future-proof your sales tactics? Don’t miss out. Tune in to challenge your assumptions and walk away with practical insights to up your game.
Creating conversations with your target audience is easier said than done, these days!
Alex and his Sons, Jordan and Jensen share their experience in sales, marketing and customers success.
We aim to share practical tips to help our listeners walk digital corridors effectively and create conversations with their target audience!Our mission is to bring positive mental health back to sales by empowering our audience to create a predictable flow of commercial conversations with their target audience. We just happen to be pretty good at it ourselves and want to share our approach with you!
Almost four years ago my son, Jordan, Jensen and I were banging our heads against a brick wall trying to make our clients successful at developing pipeline, something every business we spoke to was struggling with in one form or another, whether it's size, quality or progression. So we tested every approach known. And we're still testing!
In the last two years we have refined our approach and now share this with others who want to leverage social media to build meaningful relationships that scale over time.
The results:
- Call rates have improved by 30x
- Territory penetration has increased by 15x
- 34% of calls progress with a meaningful next step agreed
- Clients (on average) generate calls with 10.2% of their target audience
- The number of stakeholders engaged in each active account increased by 6.4x
Each week, Alex, Jordan and Jensen share real life examples of what’s working and what’s not, we aim to give you practical tips you can try today after each episode - we hope you enjoy our podcast, we welcome questions and new topics to discuss so please engage with us on socials or drop us a note.
e Hosts
Jordan Abbott (a.k.a. The Sales Poet)
Jordan is a seasoned sales development rep, a regular podcaster, and on the Board of the Emerging Professionals Network, a membership body part of the Institute of Sales Professionals designed to encourage young people into the sales profession. In his spare time he's known as the Sales Poet and enjoys spending time with his partner and two pooches.
Alex Abbott (a.k.a. Bearded Sales Guy)
Founder, CEO
My mission is to bring positive mental health back to sales by making sales fun again. Solving the one problem that feeds all others in sales, a lack of pipeline. Through our podcast I aim to empower the community to create a predictable flow of commercial conversations with their target audience, to grow their business.
After almost 4 years of testing I've found a method that works and want to share it with you.
My Wife and I run another community called She Loves Social which is aimed at empowering women with new digital sales skills to help them re-enter the workplace walking digital corridors safely and effectively.
Jensen Abbott
Business Development Manager & Co-host
Jensen started his career as an apprentice stone mason spending most of his days fitting precious stone into kitchens and by night hitting the gym preparing himself for competition. Today, he is part of the Walking Digital Corridors team putting his new found digital relationship building into practice. Being the youngest on the team it’s lovely to hear of his successes developing relationships with his target audience as a BDR.
Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. At 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers over two decades.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
Jensen Abbott, Alex Abbott , Jordan Abbott, Walking Digital Corridors podcast, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing Call Centre, BPO, Nearshore Contact Center, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business, Podcast, Gamification,Leadership, Marketing, CX, Guest, Money, B2C education, BPO trainer,
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Can cold calling compete in the age of AI? Walking Digital Corridors podcast guest Richard Blank.
https://youtu.be/XFryzr3u8BY
https://youtu.be/GVBcY01FZJ0
https://youtu.be/ahHy7Bmla6Y
https://youtu.be/Pilw4jzlvK4
https://youtu.be/rA9T9uxrw1E
https://youtu.be/ouYrRdZig-I
https://youtu.be/okWfRxEoD9M
Walking Digital Corridors podcast guest Richard Blank. Can cold calling compete in the age of AI?
Cold Calling vs. Social Selling: Navigating the AI-Powered Sales Frontier
As AI revolutionises the sales landscape, the debate is heating up. Is cold calling a relic of the past, or does it still have a place in a world dominated by social selling and automation?
Join us for a high-octane discussion on Cold Calling vs. Social Selling:
Navigating the AI-Powered Sales Frontier, featuring Alex, his sons Jordan and Jensen—both deep in the trenches of today’s sales world—and special guest Richard Blank, Cold Calling expert.
Here’s what we’re asking:
Can cold calling really hold its own in the age of AI?
Is the human touch still essential, or can automation replace it in B2B deals?
How can AI enhance the selling process without losing that personal connection?
You’ll hear Richard make a compelling case for why cold calling is far from dead, while Alex challenges its relevance in today’s tech-driven landscape.
https://youtu.be/XFryzr3u8BY
Expect a lively debate with actionable strategies for sales and customer success teams navigating this rapidly changing frontier.
Want to future-proof your sales tactics? Don’t miss out. Tune in to challenge your assumptions and walk away with practical insights to up your game.
Creating conversations with your target audience is easier said than done, these days!
Alex and his Sons, Jordan and Jensen share their experience in sales, marketing and customers success.
We aim to share practical tips to help our listeners walk digital corridors effectively and create conversations with their target audience!Our mission is to bring positive mental health back to sales by empowering our audience to create a predictable flow of commercial conversations with their target audience. We just happen to be pretty good at it ourselves and want to share our approach with you!
Almost four years ago my son, Jordan, Jensen and I were banging our heads against a brick wall trying to make our clients successful at developing pipeline, something every business we spoke to was struggling with in one form or another, whether it's size, quality or progression. So we tested every approach known. And we're still testing!
In the last two years we have refined our approach and now share this with others who want to leverage social media to build meaningful relationships that scale over time.
The results:
- Call rates have improved by 30x
- Territory penetration has increased by 15x
- 34% of calls progress with a meaningful next step agreed
- Clients (on average) generate calls with 10.2% of their target audience
- The number of stakeholders engaged in each active account increased by 6.4x
Each week, Alex, Jordan and Jensen share real life examples of what’s working and what’s not, we aim to give you practical tips you can try today after each episode - we hope you enjoy our podcast, we welcome questions and new topics to discuss so please engage with us on socials or drop us a note.
e Hosts
Jordan Abbott (a.k.a. The Sales Poet)
Jordan is a seasoned sales development rep, a regular podcaster, and on the Board of the Emerging Professionals Network, a membership body part of the Institute of Sales Professionals designed to encourage young people into the sales profession. In his spare time he's known as the Sales Poet and enjoys spending time with his partner and two pooches.
Alex Abbott (a.k.a. Bearded Sales Guy)
Founder, CEO
My mission is to bring positive mental health back to sales by making sales fun again. Solving the one problem that feeds all others in sales, a lack of pipeline. Through our podcast I aim to empower the community to create a predictable flow of commercial conversations with their target audience, to grow their business.
After almost 4 years of testing I've found a method that works and want to share it with you.
My Wife and I run another community called She Loves Social which is aimed at empowering women with new digital sales skills to help them re-enter the workplace walking digital corridors safely and effectively.
Jensen Abbott
Business Development Manager & Co-host
Jensen started his career as an apprentice stone mason spending most of his days fitting precious stone into kitchens and by night hitting the gym preparing himself for competition. Today, he is part of the Walking Digital Corridors team putting his new found digital relationship building into practice. Being the youngest on the team it’s lovely to hear of his successes developing relationships with his target audience as a BDR.
Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. At 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers over two decades.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
Jensen Abbott, Alex Abbott , Jordan Abbott, Walking Digital Corridors podcast, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing Call Centre, BPO, Nearshore Contact Center, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business, Podcast, Gamification,Leadership, Marketing, CX, Guest, Money, B2C education, BPO trainer,
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Can cold calling compete in the age of AI? Walking Digital Corridors podcast guest Richard Blank.
https://youtu.be/XFryzr3u8BY
https://youtu.be/GVBcY01FZJ0
https://youtu.be/ahHy7Bmla6Y
https://youtu.be/Pilw4jzlvK4
https://youtu.be/rA9T9uxrw1E
https://youtu.be/ouYrRdZig-I
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Walking Digital Corridors podcast guest Richard Blank. Can cold calling compete in the age of AI?
Cold Calling vs. Social Selling: Navigating the AI-Powered Sales Frontier
As AI revolutionises the sales landscape, the debate is heating up. Is cold calling a relic of the past, or does it still have a place in a world dominated by social selling and automation?
Join us for a high-octane discussion on Cold Calling vs. Social Selling:
Navigating the AI-Powered Sales Frontier, featuring Alex, his sons Jordan and Jensen—both deep in the trenches of today’s sales world—and special guest Richard Blank, Cold Calling expert.
Here’s what we’re asking:
Can cold calling really hold its own in the age of AI?
Is the human touch still essential, or can automation replace it in B2B deals?
How can AI enhance the selling process without losing that personal connection?
You’ll hear Richard make a compelling case for why cold calling is far from dead, while Alex challenges its relevance in today’s tech-driven landscape.
https://youtu.be/XFryzr3u8BY
Expect a lively debate with actionable strategies for sales and customer success teams navigating this rapidly changing frontier.
Want to future-proof your sales tactics? Don’t miss out. Tune in to challenge your assumptions and walk away with practical insights to up your game.
Creating conversations with your target audience is easier said than done, these days!
Alex and his Sons, Jordan and Jensen share their experience in sales, marketing and customers success.
We aim to share practical tips to help our listeners walk digital corridors effectively and create conversations with their target audience!Our mission is to bring positive mental health back to sales by empowering our audience to create a predictable flow of commercial conversations with their target audience. We just happen to be pretty good at it ourselves and want to share our approach with you!
Almost four years ago my son, Jordan, Jensen and I were banging our heads against a brick wall trying to make our clients successful at developing pipeline, something every business we spoke to was struggling with in one form or another, whether it's size, quality or progression. So we tested every approach known. And we're still testing!
In the last two years we have refined our approach and now share this with others who want to leverage social media to build meaningful relationships that scale over time.
The results:
- Call rates have improved by 30x
- Territory penetration has increased by 15x
- 34% of calls progress with a meaningful next step agreed
- Clients (on average) generate calls with 10.2% of their target audience
- The number of stakeholders engaged in each active account increased by 6.4x
Each week, Alex, Jordan and Jensen share real life examples of what’s working and what’s not, we aim to give you practical tips you can try today after each episode - we hope you enjoy our podcast, we welcome questions and new topics to discuss so please engage with us on socials or drop us a note.
e Hosts
Jordan Abbott (a.k.a. The Sales Poet)
Jordan is a seasoned sales development rep, a regular podcaster, and on the Board of the Emerging Professionals Network, a membership body part of the Institute of Sales Professionals designed to encourage young people into the sales profession. In his spare time he's known as the Sales Poet and enjoys spending time with his partner and two pooches.
Alex Abbott (a.k.a. Bearded Sales Guy)
Founder, CEO
My mission is to bring positive mental health back to sales by making sales fun again. Solving the one problem that feeds all others in sales, a lack of pipeline. Through our podcast I aim to empower the community to create a predictable flow of commercial conversations with their target audience, to grow their business.
After almost 4 years of testing I've found a method that works and want to share it with you.
My Wife and I run another community called She Loves Social which is aimed at empowering women with new digital sales skills to help them re-enter the workplace walking digital corridors safely and effectively.
Jensen Abbott
Business Development Manager & Co-host
Jensen started his career as an apprentice stone mason spending most of his days fitting precious stone into kitchens and by night hitting the gym preparing himself for competition. Today, he is part of the Walking Digital Corridors team putting his new found digital relationship building into practice. Being the youngest on the team it’s lovely to hear of his successes developing relationships with his target audience as a BDR.
Richard’s vision quest journey is filled with twists and turns. At 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larger call centers in San Jose. With a mix of motivational public speaking style backed by tactful and appropriate rhetoric, Richard shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers over two decades.
Richard Blank has the largest collection of restored American Pinball machines and antique Rockola Jukeboxes in Central America making gamification a strong part of CCC culture.Richard Blank is the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008.
Mr. Richard Blank holds a bachelors degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and a certificate of language proficiency from the University of Sevilla, Spain.
A Keynote speaker for Philadelphia's Abington High School 68th National Honors Society induction ceremony. In addition, entered into the 2023 Hall of Fame for Business along side other famous alumni. Paying it forward to Abington Senior High School is very important to Mr. Blank. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.
Costa Rica’s Call Center (CCC) is a state of the art BPO telemarketing outsource company located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. Our main focus has been, and will always be to personally train each and every Central America call center agent so that we may offer the highest quality of outbound and inbound telemarketing solutions and bilingual customer service to small and medium sized international companies, entrepreneurs as well as fortune 500 companies.
https://costaricascallcenter.com/en/outbound-bpo-campaigns/
Jensen Abbott, Alex Abbott , Jordan Abbott, Walking Digital Corridors podcast, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing Call Centre, BPO, Nearshore Contact Center, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business, Podcast, Gamification,Leadership, Marketing, CX, Guest, Money, B2C education, BPO trainer,
#JensenAbbott #Jensen Abbott #AlexAbbott #JordanAbbott #WalkingDigitalCorridorspodcast #CostaRica #CallCenter #Outsourcing #Telemarketing #BPO #Sales #Entrepreneur #B2B #Business #Podcast #Gamification #CEO #learnpodcasting #podcastepisode #podcastguest #podcasting #podcastinterview #podcastplaylist #podcasts #podcastskills #podcastshow
Can cold calling compete in the age of AI? Walking Digital Corridors podcast guest Richard Blank.
https://youtu.be/XFryzr3u8BY
https://youtu.be/GVBcY01FZJ0
https://youtu.be/ahHy7Bmla6Y
https://youtu.be/Pilw4jzlvK4
https://youtu.be/rA9T9uxrw1E
https://youtu.be/ouYrRdZig-I
https://youtu.be/okWfRxEoD9M
