Customer Service Principles and Expectations
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A Defining Moment is any point in time when a Customer judges the service you provide—and by extension, judges the organization as a ______.

whole

When you strive to create positive Defining Moments, you help build ______.

loyalty

Customers want service that is ______.

seamless

The ability to provide what was promised, dependably and accurately is described as being ______.

<p>trustworthy</p> Signup and view all the answers

Customers want you to provide caring and individual attention, which is referred to as being ______.

<p>attentive</p> Signup and view all the answers

A series of positive Defining Moments can combine to create a Positive, Memorable Customer ______.

<p>Experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

Customers expect you to coordinate events on their behalf to make the service ______.

<p>invisible</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you make a mistake, customers expect a quick and ______ recovery.

<p>thorough</p> Signup and view all the answers

Customers want you to meet their human needs as well as the business needs and to welcome the opportunity to serve them as they want to feel ______.

<p>valued</p> Signup and view all the answers

When customers are disappointed or angry, you need to act quickly to regain their trust and ______.

<p>confidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ability to provide prompt service and creative solutions is known as being ______.

<p>resourceful</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the HEAL guidelines, the first step is to ______ out the customer.

<p>hear</p> Signup and view all the answers

To defuse negative feelings and lead the customer to business, you should ease the ______.

<p>tension</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the Way It Is model, each person interprets events based on their own ______.

<p>perceptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

A customer might say, 'Recognize my time is ______.'

<p>valuable</p> Signup and view all the answers

Leaving a positive impression includes making a small, extra gesture of ______.

<p>goodwill</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Defining Moments

  • Defining Moments are instances when a customer evaluates the service and the organization itself.
  • These include greetings, answering questions, offering options, problem-solving, and recovery from service breakdowns.
  • Handling Defining Moments positively strengthens customer loyalty and can create a Positive Memorable Customer Experience (PMCE).

Customer Expectations for Star Service

  • Customers consistently value four service qualities across industries: seamless, trustworthy, attentive, and resourceful service.
  • Seamless: Customers want a smooth, coordinated service experience without dealing with multiple people or complicated details. They want the organization to handle coordinating events on their behalf.
  • Trustworthy: Customers need confidence the organization will keep its promises and handle situations correctly. First-time success and quick, thorough recovery from mistakes are expected.
  • Attentive: Customers appreciate prompt, polite, respectful, and considerate service. They want recognition of their unique needs and personal circumstances.
  • Resourceful: Customers expect flexible, prompt, and creative problem-solving for addressing their needs in a prompt and innovative way.

The HEAL Guidelines

  • Used when customers express dissatisfaction or anger.
  • Hear: Listen without defensiveness.
  • Ease: Calm the situation.
  • Act: Fix the problem and Explain. Confirm the customer's understanding.
  • Leave: Make a positive impression with extra goodwill, fulfilling promises, and follow-ups.

The Way It Is Model

  • Individuals interpret events through unique perceptions and values shaped by their background.
  • "The way it is" describes the objective reality. Subjective interpretations (the way "I see it" or "the way you see it") can differ.
  • Important to respond in a way that creates a productive outcome.

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Explore the essential principles of customer service, focusing on defining moments that influence customer perceptions. Understand how seamless, trustworthy, attentive, and resourceful service can impact customer loyalty and create memorable experiences.

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