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Why you want to broaden your smile a little or ask customers one more friendly question


August 10, 2011 by Michele McGovern

Customers think you’re helpful, one study says. But your contact center might be lacking in this.

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How many customers are likely to lose their temper?


August 3, 2011 by Michele McGovern

Contact center agents, beware: More customers than ever are hot under the collar.

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Customers won’t buy if this happens


June 8, 2011 by Michele McGovern

Customers will bail if this happens before they’re ready to buy.

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Will charging more for superior service work?


March 24, 2011 by Michele McGovern

Some big companies known for less-than-stellar service now charge customers more to get superior service. Are customers biting?

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Customers expect more than an apology when you’re wrong


January 20, 2011 by Michele McGovern

Customers want an apology – and make it quick – when your company makes a mistake. But what else do they expect?

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How many times can you burn customers before they’ll leave?


January 14, 2011 by Michele McGovern

How forgiving are customers? Find out if they give second, third or more chances.

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How many customers think you exceeded their expectations?


January 11, 2011 by Michele McGovern

Customers may complain, but they don’t think customer service is all that bad — seriously! Here’s proof.

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    Quick Vote

    • Are your customers ...?

      • Demanding more than ever (86%, 55 Votes)
      • Demanding the same as ever (14%, 9 Votes)
      • Demanding less (0%, 0 Votes)

      Total Voters: 64

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