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Internal Connectivity – 3 Ways to Determine How Well Your Company is Connected

Internal Connectivity   While it is important to focus on sales growth and profit margins, many business owners forget to think about internal connectivity. It’s critical to understand what is connected to a company’s ability to function well internally. You know how the saying goes – “what happens on the inside becomes visible on the […]

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helloThink Long Term When Servicing Your Customer
Think Long Term When Servicing Your Customer

When I receive or am told of subpar customer service, I often wonder if the service provider is thinking about the long-term impact of this type of performance. Providing a service or product to your customers requires one to always think long-term. Customer service decisions made today impact your company’s future. Thinking long term first […]

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Angry Customer Prevention

Having been in the customer service industry for 25+ years, I’ve heard, seen, attended, and listened to various programs/seminars regarding “how to handle an angry customer”. Most often, these programs/seminars are very informative and provide excellent guidance on dealing with a not-so-happy customer. My question has always been – Why is the customer unhappy and […]

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3 Reasons To Listen To Your Front Line Employees

Front Line Employees During my customer service career, I have often heard the statement – “It doesn’t matter what I think, no one’s listening to what I have to say anyway.” More often than not, these words were verbalized by a front-line employee. It’s important to appreciate and listen to your front-line employees. Here are […]

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