Small businesses – especially those just starting up – often face BIG challenges, including limited resources and the need to compete with larger, more resourceful counterparts. Outsourcing calls and other administrative tasks to a quality answering service can...
What is the Difference Between Voicemail and an Answering Service?
New business owners often wonder about the differences between voicemail and an answering service. “Surely, in an increasingly digital world, advancements in automated technology have propelled voicemail far beyond any former limitations,” they think. “It’s bound to...
Is An Answering Service Worth It?
We get it. Money is tight all around, and when each nickel and dime is being leeched at every other turn, many businesses may wonder, “Is an answering service worth it?” When you partner with a dedicated provider like Focus Answering Service – the answer is YES in...
Do I Have to Answer Every Phone Call for My Business?
The phone’s ringing. Do you need to get that? No, really. Do you need to get that? Today’s business world is moving at lightning speed. With the sheer volume of calls a business can receive, it's a daunting task to ensure that every one of them is answered. And even...
Focus Answering Service Names Tom Reandeau Vice President and COO
Sykesville, MD, April 6, 2024 – Focus Answering Service, a leading provider of outsourced answering service solutions, is proud to announce the promotion of Tom Reandeau to the position of Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. With a long and distinguished...
How Do Answering Services Charge?
Communication is king – and, yeah, sometimes costly. Managing incoming calls effectively can be a significant challenge for companies of all sizes. This is where answering services come into play, offering a seamless way to ensure that calls are answered...
Who Uses an Answering Service?
In the bustling world of business, answering services have become indispensable for a wide array of industries, offering a bridge between companies and their clients. Focus Answering Service stands out as a versatile partner, catering to a broad spectrum of sectors,...
What is a Business Answering Service?
Managing call volumes while balancing administrative tasks can be a daunting challenge for businesses when every second – and every dollar – counts. When time, money, and customer service are on the line, a business answering service steps in, acting as a lifeline to...
How Can I Find the Best Answering Service Provider for My Business?
Good help is hard to find – particularly in today's fast-paced corporate environment, where competition is fierce, and automation abounds. Still, true communication remains the key to success. Finding the right answering service provider is critical for maintaining...
Galaxy Magazine’s Featured Snuggie – Tom Reandeau
It’s one of those stories that get passed around over and over. It happened in San Fransisco, at the ATSI meeting back in 1999. Prior to the beginning of the meeting a bunch of Snuggies (and others) were sitting in the Conga Room at the Fairmont Hotel, running a tab,...