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Jesse Short

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

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Is Agile Right for Customer Support Teams?
Customer Service
Is Agile Right for Customer Support Teams?
Understanding AI Ticket Routing: Benefits and Challenges
Customer Service
Understanding AI Ticket Routing: Benefits and Challenges
The 9 Best Free Help Desk Ticketing Systems in 2026
Customer Service
The 9 Best Free Help Desk Ticketing Systems in 2026
Encouraging Empathy in Customer Service Teams
Customer Service
Encouraging Empathy in Customer Service Teams
9 Customer Experience KPIs to Track for Better Business Outcomes
Customer Service
9 Customer Experience KPIs to Track for Better Business Outcomes
The 12 Best Customer Service Software (2026 Buyer's Guide)
Customer Service
The 12 Best Customer Service Software (2026 Buyer's Guide)
What is Knowledge Management? A Beginner’s Guide
Customer Service
What is Knowledge Management? A Beginner’s Guide
7 Customer Service Resume Examples + Best Practices
Customer Service
7 Customer Service Resume Examples + Best Practices
Common Customer Complaints: 8 Examples and Solutions
Customer Service
Common Customer Complaints: 8 Examples and Solutions
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