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Posts by Diane Mettler

Six Ways to Improve Customer Service . . . at No Cost

YellThumbDon’t miss an opportunity to make your customer experience special. People remember when you treat them well, and they share that information. Just ask my dad. 

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Customer Service Recovery

HelloThumbThere’s no way to eliminate the occasional frustrated or upset customer. But there are simple steps in dealing with them.

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When Co-workers Don’t See Eye to Eye

ArmThumbFive steps to assist in conflict resolution.

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Ten Tips for Managing Stress

StressThumbStress is part of life, but it doesn't have to overwhelm our lives. Take control and put your health first. You’ll be happier and more productive.

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Customer Service -- The Power of Smiling

SmileThumbIt's time to start smiling. Smiling is good for our health, it's good for our souls and it's good for business.

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Customer Service -- Is Your Sales Staff Sending the Right Message

WineThumbWe went wine tasting in Eastern Washington and enjoyed gracious hosts sharing details about their vineyards and labels . . . that was until we met the TMI Sommelier.

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The Power of Storytelling

TypewriterThumbA great story will move us, entertain us, and open our minds to new ideas.

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Customer Service - Keys to the Art of Listening

ListeningThumbWithout mastering the art of listening, it is hard to provide the right solutions. Truly listening means not only hearing the words, but also practicing empathy.

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Updating Your Emergency Plan

StormThumbnailCompanies must be ready for a wide variety of emergencies, from flooding to fire, and from human error to hurricanes. Do you have an emergency plan?

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Safety Training -- Making it a Habit

Caution ThumbnailWe narrowly avoided what could have been a serious accident. We hope our wakeup call can also be yours.

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