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Five Tips to Calm Cranky Customers  by: Dina Beach Lynch 1. Tis the Season Recognize that everyone is frazzled during the holidays- you and your customers. Give everyone, including you, the benefit of the doubt when it comes to ‘bad behaviors’ like being abrupt or rude. Breathe deep and smile. It can work wonders. 2. Let ‘em Rant, Let ‘em Rant, Let ‘em Rant Listen briefly to what your customer has to say, even if he is simply venting about things outside of your control. Your client will appreciate the caring and you just might learn about another customer problem you can solve. Comments like the ones below can help the customer feel acknowledged and smooth the way to resolution. That must be difficult for you. I can see how upset you are. This must be very important Let’s see what we both can do to fix this 3. Making a List and Checkin’ it Twice Ask your customer what is her most important or urgent concern. Then ask some more questions to find options to resolve it. Questions like the ones below get you to the heart of the matter: What happened? What would you like to see done? Why is that important to you? How can you help fix this? 4. O’ Make It Right Take the information you’ve gained through your comments and questions and make things right. Go over and above in your efforts and your customer won’t forget it or you. What if you can’t fix it? Be honest about it. Sincerely offer what you can provide and explain why more can’t be done. 5. We Wish You a Happy Ending Follow up with your customer to see that he’s satisfied. In the hectic world we live in, people crave a personal touch like a handwritten note or a short email. Such a small gesture can have a lot of impact on customer loyalty. These tips can help you have a happy holiday too! About The Author copyright 2004 Dina Beach Lynch is a Workplace Mediator and Conflict Coach who supports professional practice groups. Learn how to solve tough issues at Conflict 101 teleclass Jan. 10, 2005. Visit workwelltogether.com to register. Dina@workwelltogether.com This article was posted on November 29, 2004   View More Videos from the "Women" category: Organizing Your Makeup How to Make an At-Home Facial Mask With Kate Somerville Learn how to Create a Fashion Forward Bob - Blow Drying How to Create Beach Curl Waves   Read More Articles from the "Women" Category: All About Aphrodisiac Foods by Micheline Stansfield Helping The Control Freak Plan The Wedding by Sher Matsen Sedu Hair Styles -- Are They For Real? by Perriann Rodriguez Brow Lift - Cosmetic Surgery Procedure by T.Going Design Trends: Diamond Engagement Rings by John Pollard Have You Found The Greek Attire That You Need? by Rudy Silva Lingerie Is The Way To Indulge In A Tough Economy by Viola Lingerie Must Have Summer Dresses by Estelle Balcou Choosing The Right Womens Athletic Shoes - (Part 1) by Bowe Packer Cleopatra’s Beauty Secrets by Daniellle Sims << Back to "Women" Index

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