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Guest Post: Exceptional Customer Service Doesn’t Start Where You Think

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The differences between companies with exceptional customer service and the ones that don’t shine in quite the same way show up long before any interaction with a customer. Where Customer Service Really Starts. The Hidden Segment in Customer Service. The second is the company’s values.

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Empowering Retail Staff: Training for Exceptional Customer Service

CSM Magazine

Ultimately, a welcoming smile, attentive service, and the ability to interact face-to-face with knowledgeable staff can make a world of difference. Key Components of Effective Customer Service Training The human interaction that a retail store can offer is a huge advantage.

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Ten Ways Peer-To-Peer Lending Companies Can Provide Exceptional Customer Service

CSM Magazine

As a peer-to-peer lending company, you want your platform to stand out from the rest, and one way to achieve this is by delivering exceptional customer service. This article explores the various ways that peer-to-peer lending companies can provide a great customer service experience. What is Peer-to-peer ending?

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This is What Exceptional Customer Service Looks Like In 2018

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In other words, why invest in chasing after customer expectations when you could be shaping those expectations yourself? This blog post is not about the top customer service trends to watch out for in 2018. What we have compiled here is a list of today’s industry-leading customer service examples.

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5 Habits of Exceptional Customer Service Managers

CSM Magazine

What separates great customer service managers from others with similar training? The best customer service managers (CSMs) are masters at multitasking. They perform administrative duties, demonstrate efficient management skills, and manage teams of customer support representatives. Customers are always first.

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The Primacy Effect and Its Impact on Customer Service

CSM Magazine

This concept, rooted in cognitive psychology, suggests that initial experiences form a strong mental impression, setting the tone for all subsequent interactions. The Power of First Impressions in Customer Service In customer service, the Primacy Effect underscores the importance of initial interactions.

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How to Develop Good Rapport in Customer Service

CSM Magazine

Building strong rapport with customers is crucial for any business, as it promotes loyalty and satisfaction, and can be a differentiating factor in today’s competitive market. An example of a company known for having excellent rapport with its customers is Apple. Can you tell me more about how this has impacted you?”