Imagine this: you work tirelessly for weeks on end to train a new employee, pouring all your knowledge and expertise into them. You watch them grow and learn, and finally, they’re ready to take on the world on their own. But before you know it, they’re handing in their resignation letter, moving on to greener […]
We have studied ways to best serve our customers ad nauseam. We use numerous metrics to gauge customer sentiments. We sit through seminar after seminar to learn the latest tactics to enhance the customer experience and spend thousands of dollars on certification courses signaling to our peers our “expertise”. And countless experts have built impressive […]
Using a customer’s name is a simple yet powerful way to improve their experience with your business. It’s an effective way to make them feel valued and acknowledged, which can lead to increased loyalty and customer satisfaction. When a customer hears their name, it creates a sense of familiarity and personalization. It makes them feel […]
We shop at any business for the products or services they offer. Hopefully, their service and price are in line with our expectations too. But does the look of the business matter and can the visual appeal boost the customer experience? Here’s what I mean… The Power of Visual Appeal Many years ago, some themed […]
If you’re in a leadership role, you should know by now that your customers are always evaluating your every move. That’s right, your every move. They’re watching your every decision, every action, and every word. And if you’re not careful, they’ll have no qualms about letting you know when you’ve screwed up. Now, you might […]
It’s the age-old mantra: “Provide great service and customers will come.” But is that really true? In this article, we’ll explore why relying solely on great service is actually a trap that could lead to the downfall of your business. Here are 4 Reasons Why Great Service is a Trap That Will Ruin Your Business […]
An old boss said this to me once. He was pissed at my “continual complaining” about “so many issues”. That was his take on the matter. Mine was different. I was pissed off too. He refused to address the many nagging problems that my team had to deal with every day. Service suffered. Morale suffered. […]
When 2 “hospitality guys” get together, there’s bound to be many stories and CS/CX secrets to share. Thanks, Tony Johnson for having me as a guest on your podcast. Click here to listen. Some topics discussed: Be specific with your recognition Leadership isn’t about position, it’s about influence and impact Make sure that you work […]
Sure. Coming out of the COVID pandemic, many businesses are still having difficulties hiring enough employees to properly service their customers. I understand that. Acknowledge Me Before You Ghost Me. But, if that’s the case, at least find a few seconds to acknowledge the customers who enter your door, regardless of how busy you are. […]
“So, you’re telling me that THIS customer is more important than all the rest?” And that I should give them preference over everyone else that walks in the door?” Read 3 Reasons Why Successful Teams Earn Your Trust. “But they’re a VIP”, she kept on saying. Now she’s starting to annoy me… I was having […]