// AI news · 2026-11-12 · ElevenLabs Blog
7 Customer Service Skills for Humans and AI Agents
ElevenLabs outlines seven essential customer service skills for both human and AI agents, emphasizing active listening, empathy, and problem-solving.
Published 2026-11-12 20:00 (Beijing time)Source ElevenLabs BlogAuto-summarised, fact-checked against source
01Summary
These skills are critical for resolving issues and building trust. AI agents must align with brand SOPs, security guardrails, and knowledge bases to ensure consistent, human-like experiences. Continuous evaluation of conversational metrics drives improvement in both AI and human support interactions.
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02Key points
- Both humans and AI need core skills like empathy and active listening.
- AI agents must follow brand SOPs and safety rules for consistent service.
- Conversational metrics guide continuous training and refinement.
- Seamless handoff to human agents is vital during de-escalation.
03Source
7 customer service skills every human and AI agent needs (with examples)
ElevenLabs Blog · published 2026-11-12 20:00 Beijing time
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