The way customers interact with your business — whether positively or negatively — plays a crucial part in how your company is perceived and whether you can keep and expand your customer base. However ...

I have a favorite customer service anecdote that I’ve been using in most of my workshops for many years. Some may even say that I need a new story! However, the reason I stick with this story is ...

In the world of customer service, we often encounter an intriguing concept known as the service recovery paradox. When customers come to you with a problem, they're often upset and on edge. It's a ...

Building customer loyalty requires going beyond satisfaction with “wow” moments and anticipatory service. A perfect product, caring service, timeliness and service recovery are keys to satisfied ...

Your company already has a customer service recovery framework (a system for dealing with upset customers), right? If not, it’s time to put one in place, I’d argue. And I mean now. Because when ...

Stuff happens! Fortunately, today’s customers, as short tempered and impatient as they may be, do not expect service providers to be perfect. They know customer service is powered by human ...

Discover how top brands create unforgettable customer service experiences that enhance loyalty, build trust and keep people coming back for more. At the heart of this experience are common triggers ...

Have you ever considered that your most loyal customers might be the ones who’ve had problems with your company in the past? It sounds counterintuitive, but I’ve seen this phenomenon play out ...

Learn how to deal with customer complaints and workplace conflicts at a free workshop at New River Community College. Bobbie Walker from Virginia Tourism Corp. will present "Customer Service Recovery: ...