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Utility Customer Service Training Series 2

Course Overview

During the training session, participants will be reminded of both the emotional and technical aspects of resolving customers’ concerns. They will be provided with specific tips on tone and wording to use while educating customers. The use of empathy and other de-escalation techniques will also be discussed. Moreover, the importance of maintaining composure and professionalism throughout the conversation will be emphasized, even in the case of customers who are rude or unruly.

Course Topics:

  • How To Keep and Use Your SPARK in Stressful Times
  • Working with a Diverse Workforce and Customer Base
  • Communication During Outages and Other Crises
  • Improving Internal Service and Communications
  • Positive Assertiveness and Organizational Skills = Personal Effectiveness
  • The Employee as a Brand Ambassador

Course Level: Basic

Length of Course: 6 Months
Certificate of Completion

Who Should Attend:
Designed for Customer Service Representatives

Course Location:
MEAG Power Transmission Training Center
148 Powerhouse Road
Forsyth, GA 31029

Course Instructor:
Debra Ballard, The Ballard Group

Classes will be held from 9:00- 4:00 pm
Lunch will be provided

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Michelle Weekley

Manager, Member Training


Upcoming Events

9
September 2025

Utility Customer Service Training Series 2: Module 1

9 AM EST

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10
September 2025

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September 2025

ECG Board Meeting

10 AM EST

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October 2025

Overhead Hotline School Class 13

1 PM EST

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7
October 2025

Utility Customer Service Training Series 2: Module 2

9 AM EST

During the training session, participants will be reminded of both the emotional and technical aspects of resolving customers' concerns. They will be provided with specific tips on tone and wording to use while educating customers. The use of empathy and… read more