Support Driven Career Development
Fireside Chat

Transitioning into a career in CX


Erica Beyea
Lead Customer Success Owl at KnowledgeOwl

Erica Ross
Technical Support Enablement Associate at Customer.io

Support Driven hosted a fireside chat event for Career Development - register above to check out the recording, where our speakers discussed things such as:

  • Understanding the Role of Customer Experience (CX) Professionals

    • What are the core responsibilities and duties of CX professionals in the Software as a Service (SaaS) industry?

    • How do Customer Support and Customer Success roles intersect within the realm of CX, and what are the primary differences between them?

  • Transferable Skills and Experiences for Success in CX Roles

    • How can individuals leverage their past experiences and skills from non-CX roles to excel in Customer Support or Customer Success positions?

    • What are some key attributes and qualities that hiring managers look for when recruiting for CX roles, and how can candidates effectively highlight these traits during the application process?

    • In what ways can experiences such as teaching, handling complaints, troubleshooting technical issues, and managing priorities translate into valuable skills for CX professionals?

  • Strategies for Finding and Securing CX Job Opportunities:

    • What resources and platforms are available for individuals seeking CX job openings, and how can candidates effectively navigate these channels to identify relevant opportunities?

    • How important is it for candidates to tailor their resumes and cover letters to highlight their transferable skills and alignment with the specific requirements of CX roles?

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