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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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Terrible Hotel – Keeps Getting Worse

Last Saturday, I blogged about a disappointing Atlanta hotel check-in.  You can read about it here.  After a weekend in Atlanta, the hotel situation got worse. On Sunday afternoon, while at the the airport, I remembered that I left behind … 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 Reps Should Use Restraint, not Retaliation!

An irate customer’s behavior is unpleasant, but if you feel the temptation to retaliate, don’t. This will only escalate a situation. Behave like a world-class customer service professional. Speaking in a calm consistent tone will help the customer adjust to … Continue reading

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