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- Nerd-to-English Success Tip: In business, it is not only about hard work, but about smart work. G 2012/02/04
- "You have to expect things of yourself before you can do them." ~ Michael Jordan -- Why do so many expect so little of themselves? G 2012/02/04
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customer service Archive
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Never Waste a Crisis!
Whether you like it or not, many people need a crisis to move them to action. -
Pointless Appointments
There are different standards based on status, perceived status or profession. -
Disappointed in Your Actions
Our actions are representative of who we are as a person. However, mistakes can happen. -
Flying Blind
Ignoring problems usually does not make them go away, it makes them grow! -
Where’s the Joy?
Do you forget to appreciate life? Does it matter? -
Surprised by the Expected
Some call it denial. Or stupidity. Or carefree. Or happy-go-lucky. -
The Pause
Our first instinct to a threat can be fight-or-flight. There is another option. -
"Don’t be Immortal"
Ever tell someone you understood them when you really didn’t? -
Fail Quickly
Failure is not always bad. Really. -
Practicing at Waffle House
Being the customer is a great place to practice communication and usually results in better service too! -
You Can Tell Me "No"
Many people are so culturally geared to avoid the word “no” they would rather tell a lie. -
The Hospitality Business
We are all in the hospitality business. Not just service. Not just customer service. Hospitality. -
Your Call is Not Important
The phrase “your call is very important to us” really looses crediblilty after 30 repeats. -
The Power of Genuine Appreciation
You cannot accidentally appreciate. It is a deliberate action but also an action with rewards.

