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How to Fix Other People’s Problems – 1/31/23

January 31st, 2023 (No Comments)

I was helping a friend navigate some healthcare processes recently, so I conducted a 3-way call with my friend and the physician practice to try to get things cleared up.  The employee I spoke with on the phone – let’s call her Katie. There had been poor communication between different employees at the clinic, but […]

What to do When You’re in the Middle – 1/24/23

January 24th, 2023 (No Comments)

Bob and Sarah are arguing, and you’re in the middle.  Bob’s an employee, and Sarah is a customer, and they have a difference of opinion.  Somehow you’re involved even though you didn’t have anything to do with the interaction in question, the complaint being addressed.  You find yourself being the moderator, the mediator, the facilitator. […]

Is the Customer Issue an Organizational Issue? – 1/17/23

January 17th, 2023 (No Comments)

Customer retention is vital.  Most of next year’s customers are going to be those who are this year’s customers. So, the more you lose today, the fewer you will have tomorrow.  Organizations conduct research, data mine, or bring in consultants to help identify those customers who may be most at-risk of being lost. But every […]