Make or Break Moments

AUGUST 9, 2010

We didn’t grow up together. Our kids weren’t in soccer together. We didn’t work at the same place. Bekah greeted every customer with more than just a smile and a warm hello – she KNEW her customers. I left realizing that I probably won’t go out of my way to shop there any more.

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JULY 10, 2013

Everyone wants to be treated as an individual with their own specific needs catered to; in the perfect world that’s the epitome of “wow” customer service. Of course whether we use one company or service over another usually stems from past reputation, helpfulness, integrity, or a friendly referral.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2010

There’s nothing more stimulating to get me to pull out my credit card and make a purchase than a particular customer service person who just has that “WOW’ affect. When he speaks to us he doesn’t use, “er, um, or “uh&# and he neither shouts nor mumbles. photo credit: Atom Ess.

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Make or Break Moments

MAY 20, 2010

I was invited to speak on Earning Customer Loyalty - a great passion of mine, but the best part of my day was the keynote presentation by Anita Campbell of Small Business Trends. One of those, when I get around to it, tasks that I won’t ever complete. And don’t we want to be visible and available to those 280 million?

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Make or Break Moments

JULY 9, 2010

Maybe that doesn’t seem like a lot of years for some businesses but they are a computer company. Big main frame machines that took up an entire room in a company, cost millions of dollars and required special cooling so they didn’t over heat. Have you looked at the possibility of reinventing what you offer your customers?

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JANUARY 3, 2011

Is it really poor customer service or do we as consumers expect too much? When I first graduated from college, and of course I was poor, I purchased what to me was a very expensive white shirt with navy blue trim from Macy’s. I don’t want anyone to hover over me unless I ask for that particular kind of assistance.

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Make or Break Moments

JUNE 4, 2010

Ever since his book Tribes came out and he invited the hale and hearty to purchase his book sight unseen two months before publication and join his TRIIIBES ning and band together – I have been a fan. My father would say “Why are you working so hard – it doesn’t say Debbie Vision over the door?&#

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Make or Break Moments

JANUARY 25, 2010

Posted by Deborah Chaddock Brown on January 25, 2010 under Employee Moments , Significant Other Moments , empathy , making a difference | Be the First to Comment I normally focus on the customer at Make or Break Moments, but today I’d like to shine the spotlight on our NUMBER ONE ASSET – our employees. We get paid either way.&#

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Make or Break Moments

JANUARY 11, 2010

“Oh yes, it was a great experience.&# “What made it so great?&# “I’m not sure, but I just felt good about my purchase.&# How do you make your customers feel? “Did you like shopping at the XYZ Store?&# we might ask them.

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Make or Break Moments

MAY 11, 2010

The needs of our customers change and evolve as things change in their life. Add to that the fact that I hadn’t exercised since Reagan was President – it was a pretty tame routine by all standards of comparison. As a customer – it isn’t my speciality, so I don’t question, I just continue on.

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Eco-Office Gals

JANUARY 14, 2013

Yep, in the spirit of doing what so many other companies are (becoming eco-friendly), Starbucks kicked off the New Year, in part, by introducing reusable plastic cups to their customers. Have you ever wondered what the cheapest thing at Starbucks is? For several reasons, Starbucks found this to be a really good idea.

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Allwork

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

So there’s a traditional model and traditionally businesses, larger businesses have leased a property or they’ve purchased it, so they have got much more longer commitment to that asset. But the flex can also be attributed to other types of workspace, can’t it? So we’re really seeing a transition there.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2010

Service Untitled The blog about customer service and the customer service experience. The pleasant voice on the Zappos end assured her that she could return the dress, and there would be no delivery or return charges; just that the customer would have to “touch&# the box to return it.

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Eco-Office Gals

NOVEMBER 28, 2010

Granted Eco-Office Gals doesn’t offer anything that you can wrap up pretty and slap a bow on, but there are a few deals coming out for Cyber Monday that I would be crazy to keep to myself! Don’t forget! This is installation Only, you can purchase a WordPress Theme Design Package separately. Don’t Forget!

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JANUARY 4, 2011

The case of Systemgraph, a support company approved by Apple, and Greek physician Dimitris Papadimitriadis are becoming an Internet sensation, and it’s all about customer service or the lack thereof – depending which side you find defensible that is. He did not purchase the computer from Systemgraph.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

Personalizing customer service consists of targeting an audience and acting on specific objectives to increase business, build brand loyalty, and attract new clients or customers. Well chosen and thoughtful promotional items can also have an impact on personalizing customer service. photo credit: Ktoine.

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OCTOBER 17, 2011

At the time and day this poor service happens we are angry, and we vow the moment we get home we will get a letter out to the CEO of the company and reiterate the miserable events of either our last purchase or service. Still imagine all the damage this entire bad customer service experience has had on the business.

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MARCH 30, 2011

The front line employees are often the representatives who will have to make decisions when it comes to customer complaints, customer questions, and overall customer satisfaction. The art of customer service stretches well beyond the product, the prices, and the reliability of an organization. So how is that done?

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MAY 16, 2011

In order to make customers happy, we need to be sure our employees are happy, and there is no better way to uphold and maintain a sustainable strategy than by being an excellent role model. The experiences however, remind me of what world-class service can offer. World-class customer service listened to what I had to say.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2011

Jaguar of North America has just been recognized as a JD Power 2011 Customer Service Champion which means they have excelled in their own industry by delivering superior service to their US customers. According to JD Power, Jaguar is noted for standing out by satisfying customers with new-vehicle sales experiences.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2010

Assuming there are no waiting lines, would you opt to use a self-service kiosk at the airport to check-in or would you prefer to interact with an airline agent? We don’t even have to be pleasant to a machine. Amazon and Netflix are just more examples of consumers using self-service. photo credit: @davestone.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2010

In the event of a complex crisis, a customer service representative has to intervene and address the problem privately and quickly. Possibly Related Posts: How social media affects customer service Social media is everywhere. If you’re going to join in, the conversations have to be constantly monitored. At a local.

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JANUARY 3, 2013

Zappos’ Customer Loyalty Team repeatedly exceeds expectations of the family culture CEO Tony Hsieh envisioned as his passion for customizing customer service always remains a number one priority 24 hours a day and 365 days a year. And to Shaea’s credit, the caller did purchase a pair of Ugg boots.

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APRIL 15, 2012

Apparently the dinner order wasn’t to the satisfaction of one very nasty gentleman, and as he raised his voice and insulted the young server, everyone in the restaurant and bar area turned around almost snarling with disdain aimed toward the rude customer. Did the clerk at the store sell you the wrong sized drill?

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OCTOBER 16, 2012

We all know who our favorite designers are, our favorite beverages, and our favorite services. That doesn’t happen by chance, but rather this branding is the result of our own personal, repeated experiences and our perceptions of these products or services having been the best. Brands get turned into lifestyles.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2013

All Genius Personnel will be salaried, and if a customer is interested in purchasing a car they will be referred to a salesperson. Customers don’t storm out as a salesman rips up a contract; tactics like that don’t work well in the luxury segment. Gone are the days of tattooed, pushy salesmen.

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MARCH 7, 2011

“Wow&# customer service isn’t about what we learn in manuals; it’s about behaviors and the development and encouragement of excellent habits. Every employee can contribute to outstanding customer service, share with others, and together display the professionalism every organization desires.

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MAY 11, 2011

Occasionally send your customers a small trinket honoring your appreciation of your clients; it doesn’t have to be expensive. That piece of candy didn’t cost much, but I’ll never forget how I smiled and to this day have never forgotten that particular hotel. Customers and clients always like to be recognized.

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MAY 10, 2011

Occasionally send your customers a small trinket honoring your appreciation of your clients; it doesn’t have to be expensive. That piece of candy didn’t cost much, but I’ll never forget how I smiled and to this day have never forgotten that particular hotel. Customers and clients always like to be recognized.

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JUNE 11, 2012

Critics are saying that Google has entered into the customer service arena which in the past directly contradicts their automated tech abilities and less than stellar customer-centric talents. Bringing more customer service strategies to traditional shopping stores My son was raised using the Internet and whenever we.

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JUNE 21, 2011

Please don’t hang up.&# Getting through to a real person is the number one complaint of customers who either need help with their service or product or have a complaint. Of course that didn’t happen, and so the maze of hitting buttons and frustration began; I just wanted someone to help me with my problem.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2013

There’s hardly a moment when someone isn’t consulting Google to learn more about a product, a person, or a service. While the digital realm can indeed help all of us to buy smarter, perform better, and be better educated, can it ever replace a human at the hub of customer service? Listen to the problem.

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AUGUST 19, 2011

Today in the Jonesboro, Arkansas Regional Chamber of Commerce presentation, franchised restaurant operator and owner of Chick-fil-A, Mike Fullington explained to his audience how customer service can have an impact on a person’s day and even his life. Each location is then forwarded a two-page report. photo credit: Carl Black.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2011

I doubt there’s a customer service story about successful culture that does not include the examples of Zappos or the Ritz Carlton, but don’t we all want our own unique successful culture? And that was before the bride purchased even a garter. Do we want to deliver a better or different product? There are no.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

Many of her friends and customers who I work with have had positive results modifying their loans; the process although at times frustrating and record intensive has helped many families remain in their homes with a more affordable monthly payment. Limiting talk time is not going to improve customer engagement.

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Small Business CEO

NOVEMBER 2, 2010

Each of us has different experiences with customer service; some are good while most that we hear about are just horrible. Businesses, no matter how big or small, need to evaluate how well they are serving their customers. In a very competitive market, business owners cannot just ignore the importance of service excellence.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2011

Consumer Reports does qualify their list as neither an approval or disapproval of an organization as a whole, but Tod Marks, the senior editor and resident shopping expert states it is about “specific policies regarded as customer friendly.” It seems the company could be shooting itself in the foot when charging more at the mall.

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