Customer Service Training 101


Book Description

Your service team may represent the first, last, or only interaction point between your customers and your company. Your front-line service professionals make or break countless opportunities, leads, sales, and relationships every day. Completely revised and updated to meet the challenges of a new service landscape, the second edition ofCustomer Service Training 101 presents proven techniques for creating unforgettable customer experiences. The book covers every aspect of face-to-face, phone, Internet, and self-service customer relations, and provides simple yet powerful tips for: * Projecting a positive attitude and making a great first impression * Communicating effectively, both verbally and nonverbally * Developing trust, establishing rapport, and making customers feel valued * Confidently handling difficult customers and situations New features include "How Do I Measure Up?" self-assessments, and "Doing It Right" examples from the author's extensive customer service experience. Every step-by-step lesson in this comprehensive and inspiring training manual is augmented with instructive sidebars, a summary of key points, practice exercises, and so much more.




The Employee Customer Service Guide


Book Description

With the recent technological changes and the growth of the service industry, customer expectations are changing rapidly. Customer service is becoming a major factor of differentiation and a great competitive tool. Recruiters are now focusing on the culture fit of employees and their ability to interact with customers efficiently. This increased pressure on employees, necessitates that both companies and employees understand what customer needs truly are, identify the right skills needed to offer great customer service and learn customer service best practices and engagement rules.This book, clearly defines what customer service is and why it is important for both the company, the employee and the customer. It identifies the causes of bad customer service and proposes practical solutions on how to improve customer service. The concept of customer experience is also evoked with emphasis on its 3 major variables and ways to shape customer expectations. The first section of this book ends with a detailed appraisal of the 6 primary customer service skills, and explains how to acquire and use them.The second section looks at customer needs. It analyses the difference between Customer core and auxiliary needs and explains how to continuously ensure customer satisfaction. Some basic customer psychology tips as well as the different stages of customer relationships are also discussed here.The last section identifies ways in which we can improve our interactions with customers. Beginning with the right employee attitude, this section describes the different types of difficulty customers and provides a guide on what employees must do when faced with difficult customers. The section ends with the 34 rules customer service professionals need to live by and the values that make great customer service agents.The overall objective of this book is to provide a simple guide for onboarding new employees, training old employees and ensuring that organizations are successful in their customer service efforts. This book can be used as a guide for any organization that seeks to transform its customer service delivery, as well as a guide for any employee who wants to develop their customer service skills.




The Little Customer Service Book


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A handbook detailing the basics of effective customer service.




Unleashing Excellence


Book Description

A step-by-step guide to designing and implementing an amazing customer service culture In today's competitive business environment, keeping customers happy is the key to long-term success. But some businesses provide much better customer service than others. It's not always clear what works and what doesn't, and implementing new customer service practices midstream can be a difficult, chaotic task. Business leaders who want to transform their business culture into one of customer service excellence need reliable, proven guidance. Unleashing Excellence gives you practical tools and step-by-step guidance tailored to your company's individual customer service needs. It shows you how to navigate your teams through every step of the implementation process to achieve true customer service excellence. The book covers the training and education of your group, how to measure the quality of your service, how to build a culture of personal accountability, and how to recognize excellence and reward it. Fully revised to include updated information on the latest tools and best practices, as well as the stories and lessons learned from those organizations that have used the process described in the book. Offers proven best practices for designing and implementing an excellent customer service culture Simple format divides content into nine "leadership actions" that guide you through a step-by-step process Shows you how to build a common customer service vision for your entire organization Customer service is vital to the survival of your business. If you want to move your organization's customer service practices from good to great, Unleashing Excellence is the key.




Service Failure


Book Description

What causes poor customer service? You might be surprised.




Value-added Customer Service


Book Description

Goes beyond the sale to explore what an organization must do to build and maintain a solid client base.







180 Ways to Walk the Customer Service Talk


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180 Ways To Walk The Customer Service Talk is the resource you'll want to read and distribute to every person in your organization. Packed with powerful strategies and tips to cultivate world-class customer service, this handbook promises to be the answer to getting everyone "Walking The Customer Service Talk" and building a reputation of service integrity. At its low price, if everyone adopts just a few ideas to help ensure customers come back again, this book will pay for itself. All employees at every level of the organization need this powerful guide ... from front line employees, to call center representatives, sales people, telemarketers, managers, client services and marketing teams.




The Employee Customer Service Guide


Book Description

Embark on a transformative journey towards service excellence with "The Employee Customer Service Guide: Using Customer Service as a tool for career development and competitive advantage." This comprehensive manual is your indispensable companion in mastering the intricate art of customer service and experience management. From laying the groundwork with fundamental concepts to honing advanced interaction skills, this guide equips you with the tools and knowledge to elevate your customer service game to unprecedented heights. CHAPTER I: Introduction to Customer Service Dive into the heart of customer service as we unpack its essence, significance, and core components. Discover why exceptional service isn't just beneficial for your company but also pivotal for both employees and customers. Gain insights into the factors that differentiate superior service from the rest and develop a robust skill set encompassing communication, organization, and subject matter expertise. CHAPTER II: Know Your Customer Unlock the secrets of understanding your customers on a deeper level, unraveling their primary and secondary needs. Learn to identify and categorize potential, actual, and post customers, while understanding their pivotal role in your product or service offering. Delve into the psychology of customer behavior and tailor your approach to exceed their expectations consistently. CHAPTER III: Experience Management Fundamentals Navigate the landscape of experience management with a focus on five key pillars: Brand Experience (BX), Product Experience (PX), Employee Experience (EX), Customer Experience (CX), and Societal Experience (CX). Explore the elements that shape each experience and discover how employees can become catalysts for enhancing them. Equip yourself with strategies to manage customer expectations effectively and craft memorable experiences that foster lasting relationships. CHAPTER IV: Interacting with Customers Master the art of customer interaction with practical insights on cultivating a service-oriented attitude, managing challenging situations, and upholding a code of conduct. Embrace the power of positivity, willingness to serve, and meticulous attention to detail in every customer encounter. Craft personalized resolutions to address both strengths and weaknesses in your customer service approach, paving the way for continuous improvement. --- "The Employee Customer Service Guide: Using Customer Service as a tool for career development and competitive advantage" isn't just a book-it's your roadmap to unlocking the full potential of customer service mastery. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a novice in the field, this guide empowers you to deliver exceptional service that leaves a lasting impression on customers. Elevate your skills, exceed expectations, and become a driving force in shaping unforgettable customer experiences.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Great Customer Service


Book Description

You're no idiot, of course. You skillfully manage your kids' temper tantrums, diplomatically handle office politics, and even pleasantly deal with your friends' bickering. But when it comes to handling customer service, you feel utterly lost. It's time to make great customer service an indispensable part of your daily operation! The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Great Customer Service teaches you how to create the "Service Difference"—service that genuinely pleases your customers and sets your organization apart from the pack.