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Richard’s vision quest journey 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. 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. 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, 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.
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Welcome to The "Methods" Podcast, which takes a new outlook on todays success stories. We hope to empower young minds by delving into the journeys of contemporary leaders with a youthful perspective. From business moguls and lawyers, to aspiring entrepreneurs and lawyers, we're covering it all. Whether you're an established business owner or simply seeking inspiration, our podcast provides a valuable glimpse into the art of embodying success.
Welcome to the first episode of The "Methods" podcast with your hosts Bowen Saylor and Sebastian Chen! In this episode, we're thrilled to have the self-made Richard Blank as our guest. Join us as we dive into Richard's journey, from training thousands of bilingual telemarketers in Costa Rica to his business success and commitment to education.
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In this episode host James Poletyllo speaks to Richard Blank. Richard is the CEO of Costa Rica’s Call Center. He joins us to talk about his journey which has taken him from his childhood roots in Philadelphia to running a call centre business in Costa Rica. Along the way he has shared his knowledge and trained over 10 000 bilingual telemarketers. He shares with us the approaches he uses and advocates, the lessons he has learnt along the way and his philosophy on leadership and Setting Up Business Within a Different Culture.
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About the Host - James Poletyllo
James is one of the founding director's of The Learning Effect.
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Advanced telemarketing strategy, conflict management, interpersonal soft skills, customer support, rhetoric, gamification, pinball machines, employee motivation and phonetic micro expression reading.
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.
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Welcome to The Inventive Journey podcast, where we dive into the fascinating stories of startup and small business owners. Join us as we explore the twists and turns of their journey, from the halls of high school to the challenges and triumphs of today. Get inspired, gain insights, and learn from the experiences of entrepreneurs who dared to dream and turned their ideas into reality. Tune in for captivating conversations, valuable lessons, and the secrets behind building a successful venture. Subscribe now and embark on an inventive journey of your own!"
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Welcome to 'The Inventive Growth' podcast, where we dive deep into the inspiring journeys of startup and small business owners who've paved their way to success. Join us as we uncover the strategies, challenges, and breakthrough moments that propelled their businesses forward. Get ready to be inspired and learn from the best in the business world!
I'm typically affected most by the actions of third parties, a consequence I willingly accepted when I signed up for this journey. The toll includes stress, late nights, and early mornings, but what truly concerns me is the disappointment from individuals I've invested in or relied upon who don't follow through. While I don't expect lifelong commitment, certain responsibilities are crucial. My current focus is on my own well-being, resilience, and the need to decompress. I make time for myself by working out in the mornings, washing my convertible on Sundays, and indulging in my passion for classic pinball machines. Most importantly, I've learned not to be too hard on myself. "Balancing Commitments and Self-Care" Growth Advice For Entrepreneurs w/ Richard Blank
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Just not take it personal. I think the first time I experienced my first agent leaving me after investing so much time in them, it crushed me. But then the philosophy of 'me today, you tomorrow' kicked in. I'm not still at the first job I had back in Philadelphia working on Delaware Avenue. No, I'm not there anymore. People go through different stages, and they can move forward. And this is what I do know: if I fulfilled my obligation to them by respecting them, giving them stable employment, and investing in them, the outcome is okay with me because I just don't know, what's happening in their personal lives. There could be something that's influencing their decision that they're not telling me about.
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The one myth in the telemarketing industry is that every single telemarketer calls you during dinner. That is absolutely not true. Not every vertical sales talk is high-end real estate. There are some incredible individuals out there that making receives phone calls and do it ethically. They really are artists of speech, they really have honed their crafts and they believe in it.
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The one myth in the telemarketing industry is that every single telemarketer calls you during dinner. That is absolutely not true. Not every vertical sales talk is high-end real estate. There are some incredible individuals out there that making receives phone calls and do it ethically. They really are artists of speech, they really have honed their crafts and they believe in it.
Welcome to Miller IP Law - your friendly partner in safeguarding innovation for startups, side hustles, and small businesses! We're not your traditional law firm - we're all about making legal protection accessible and approachable for entrepreneurs like you.
We are a nontraditional law firm focused on helping startups, small businesses, garage inventors, side hustles, and individuals protect and grow their businesses with affordable patents to protect inventions, trademarks to protect brands, and copyrights to protect creatives.
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In addition to having extensive legal experience:
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For those eager to navigate the evolving world of HR and management, “The HR Lady Podcast” stands out as a beacon of insight. Each episode promises candid conversations: from discussing the intricacies of employee attraction and retention, company culture, navigating difficult conversations and more. Find all the no-nonsense HR and Management advice you need.
Wendy Sellers and JC engage Richard Blank, CEO of a Costa Rican call center, in an enlightening discussion on call center culture, attrition, and the pivotal role of gamification. Richard shares how he stumbled upon an opportunity to work in a friend's center in Costa Rica and subsequently fell in love with the place, its culture, and its people. He also discusses the challenging aspects of managing a thriving call center. He emphasizes optimizing call centers, striking the perfect balance between maintaining the dignity of employees and getting the best out of them.
They delve into the core of call center culture and discuss the power of effective communication, active listening, and creating a conducive environment for growth and development. This podcast is impactful for those in the call center industry and anyone interested in fostering a dynamic and high-performing team culture.
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As seen in USA Today and International Business Times, Wendy Sellers, The HR Lady, a seasoned HR consultant, educator, and author, delves into the core of management challenges, leadership development, and becoming an employer of choice with authenticity and a refreshing directness. Wendy’s no-nonsense attitude, and her co-host JC are here to spice up your management game. JC, who is a rockstar and event emcee with an amazing radio voice, and many expert guests offer actionable strategies and a touch of humor to lighten the load.
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Yet, as the conversation continues, he explains how learning to read micro expressions and body language can help you understand what’s going on even if you don’t speak the language.
Richard Blank, CEO of the Costa Rica’s Call Center regales stories about pinball machines, jukeboxes, and how empathy all contributed to building a successful culture for his business.