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Listening is MORE than Hearing

A person’s mind-drift experience can happen to almost anyone. Minddrifting (or mental wandering, wandering mind, daydreaming, la-la land, etc.) is a cognitive phenomenon in the brain wherein one’s attention becomes distracted from the task at hand and strays into unrelated … Continue reading

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Dreaded Morning Service Calls!

Most people begin their morning with a positive attitude. Each new day brings a sense of optimism and fresh opportunity.  The key to a productive day is, don’t lose your positive edge. Service professionals will encounter an infrequent early morning … Continue reading

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Retail Zombies – They’re NOT World-Class Service Pros

During a recent trip to my local home improvement superstore, I encountered retail zombies. You have probably seen them before. They walk slowly, resist making eye contact and have no interest in your well-being – they’re not world-class customer service … Continue reading

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The Best Customer Service Professionals Lead The Way

Every industry has its leaders.  In the music business, I have long held the opinion that most of the great rock and roll guitar work since the 1970s and beyond is the result of his recording session which occurred on … Continue reading

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Customer Service Work Requires Speed and Enthusiasm

Serving customers is not for the faint of heart.  This requires boat loads of patience and  empathy.  More importantly; quick thinking, fast follow up and enthusiasm are mandatory.   Roger Bannister’s quote about speed is the best: “Every morning in Africa, … Continue reading

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