Retail Customer Service Tips For Improving Your Level Of Service
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Retail Customer Service: Elevate Your Service Experience
Summary
Have you witnessed great customer service lately? In the retail world, following essential guidelines can ensure customers keep returning.
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Recently, I experienced a remarkable example of customer service. While visiting a local fast food restaurant with my son, a woman approached the counter with a crushed Styrofoam cup. She demanded a new drink and assistance to clean her table, as if the restaurant was at fault for the mishap. Despite not receiving a "thank you," the staff promptly replaced her drink and cleaned up with smiles, exuding professionalism and a genuine desire to serve.
This restaurant is always bustling?"not just because of the quality food, but because of the exceptional people who make you want to return.
My encounter perfectly illustrated the principles we emphasize in our customer service courses. While these rules are straightforward, consistency is key. If you're in retail, consider how closely you follow these guidelines.
Tips for Exceptional Retail Customer Service
1. Smile when greeting customers, both in person and on the phone. (Yes, they can sense it over the phone!)
2. Use age-appropriate greetings and avoid calling older customers or women "guys."
3. Be proactive and ask how you can assist.
4. Stay visible and available, but avoid hovering.
5. Never ignore or evade a customer as they approach.
6. Prioritize the customer in front of you over phone calls.
7. Treat all customers equally, regardless of age or appearance.
8. Keep food and beverages confined to the break room.
9. Avoid discussing your upcoming break with customers.
10. Make personal calls during your break, out of earshot.
11. If unsure, say, "I don't know, but I'll find out for you."
12. If an item isn’t on display, check the stock room.
13. If unavailable, offer to call another store or place an order.
14. Read body language to identify if assistance is needed.
15. Don’t let chatty customers monopolize your time if others are waiting.
16. Call for backup if lines form.
17. If a credit card is declined, discreetly ask for another payment method.
18. Never discuss customers in front of others.
19. Verify merchandise before bagging to ensure quality.
20. Ensure customers receive everything they've paid for before leaving.
21. Smile as you say goodbye, encouraging them to return.
Finally, aim to exceed customer expectations whenever possible.
By following these simple yet powerful tips, you'll create a shopping experience that not only satisfies but delights your customers.
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