Question 1

How can being empathetic to the customer benefit the Service Desk?

Options :

A : Being empathetic allows you to express your feelings.

B : Being empathetic creates a rapport with the customer.

C : Being empathetic increases first contact resolution.

D : Being empathetic permits the customer to vent.

Answer: B

Question 2

The principal purpose of company policies is to:

Options :

A : Document operating procedures.

B : Identify Incidents for additional follow-up.

C : Provide clear definitions of boundaries.

D : Protect the Service Desk from hackers.

Answer: C

Question 3

What is a best practice for reducing conflict?

Options :

A : Allow the customer to vent their frustration.

B : Ask the customer to repeat what they just said.

C : Direct the customer to the Service Desk web site.

D : Place the customer on hold to allow them to calm down.

Answer: A

Question 4

What is the best description of your role in supporting customers?

Options :

A : Avoid confrontation at all costs.

B : Deliver consistent, high quality support.

C : Escalate calls as appropriate.

D : Minimise talk time

Answer: B

Question 5

What is a best practice for helping an emotional caller?

Options :

A : Ask the customer to talk about their personal problems.

B : Help the customer focus on the Incident and resolution.

C : Maintain a professional approach according to the SLA.

D : Move the conversation carefully on to general issues within the company.

Answer: B