The FluentStream Blog

The phone rings.  *Gentle horror music creeps in*  You pick it up immediately, excited to turn another prospect into a happy customer. Instead you hear the voice… the same voice that’s been haunting you, following you home, invading your very […] Communications Tips and Tricks, Small Business Expertise

Every business knows that busy phones are a double-edged sword. Yes, more calls means more customers and, hopefully, higher profits. But too many calls can also be overwhelming, resulting in missed opportunities and frustrated customers who quickly become former customers. […] Communications Tips and Tricks, Small Business Expertise

If you run a small business, VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) phone systems are built to be your new best friend. There are plenty of reasons why — very little hardware investment, increased mobility, lower monthly costs — but one […] Communications Tips and Tricks, Small Business Expertise

VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) phone systems aren’t exactly new, but thanks to the wider availability of high-speed internet they’ve become the go-to solution for businesses looking to save money. Wait… are traditional landline systems really that expensive? I’m glad […] Communications Tips and Tricks, Customer Experience

Just a few years ago, 24/7 support was a premium offering that set you apart from the competition. Now, it’s not only expected, it’s usually demanded by customers. In fact, Microsoft reports that 54% of global consumers say that they […] Communications Tips and Tricks, Customer Experience