Customer Service Is an Ongoing Commitment

Training employees in customer service is an essential component of employee development for any business. However, many managers make the mistake of treating it as a one-time event, something that is handled during the onboarding process. While onboarding is a critical time to establish service expectations, as we all know,…
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Customer Service Training Is for Everyone

When we think of customer service training, we usually picture cashiers, waitstaff, or call center representatives—the people who talk directly with customers every day. But great customer service isn’t just about your frontline team; it’s actually about the whole company working together to create an excellent customer experience from top…
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A Repeat Customer Is Not Always a Loyal Customer

It’s easy to assume that customers who keep coming back must be loyal to a business. However, this isn’t always the case. In fact, customers often return out of convenience, habit, or price, and not necessarily because they are emotionally invested in your brand. As soon as a competitor offers…
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Seeing Through the Eyes of Your Employees

As a small business owner or manager, you know that your employees are backbone of your company. You’ve probably wondered what their daily lives are like and if your employee engagement efforts are making a real difference. Are your team members buying into your company culture and working together to…
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Train for Success: Use Mystery Shopping for Leadership Development

Strong leadership is the cornerstone of any successful small business. Effective leadership drives both company growth and fosters a positive work environment, as it sets the tone for providing an exceptional customer experience through example. When leaders prioritize customer satisfaction, their actions resonate through the company and provide the right…
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