Talk Time: The Contact Centre Podcast
Greatest Hits: Leadership Lessons from the Contact Centre Frontlines with Clayton Drotsky
July 3, 2024
In this episode of Talk Time with MaxContact, Clayton Drotsky, founder of Growth Crew Limited, shares his journey from contact centre agent to leadership coach. He discusses the importance of positive leadership, building meaning into work, and the challenges facing contact centre leaders today.

In this insightful episode of Talk Time with MaxContact, host Sean McIver welcomes Clayton Drotsky, founder of Growth Crew Limited and a veteran of the contact centre industry. With 17 years of experience leading contact centres globally, Clayton shares his unique perspective on leadership, having started his career on the frontlines.


Clayton discusses his transformative experiences with both positive and negative leadership styles, emphasizing the importance of building trust, fostering camaraderie, and creating meaning in the workplace. He shares his journey from being a contact centre agent to managing large teams, and ultimately starting his own leadership coaching business.


The conversation delves into the challenges facing contact centre leaders today, particularly at the team leader and manager levels. Clayton highlights the importance of time management, delegation, and creating a supportive environment for both leaders and agents. He also touches on the impact of new technologies and the need for effective change management in contact centres.


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Whether you're an aspiring leader, a seasoned manager, or interested in the dynamics of contact centre operations, this episode offers practical advice and inspiring stories to enhance your leadership skills and create a more positive work environment.

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