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  • First impression does count so make sure it is a good one.

  • Customer service is the cornerstone of business success. If you want to retain your customers and your business to succeed, work on it!

  • Empower your staff to provide great service to the customers. The staff should be given authority to do whatever it takes to ensure total customer satisfaction.

  • Be courteous and friendly to your customers. Your customers include those people from outside the company as well as those from within your company, i.e. your colleagues!

  • Make sure that your customers are happy and satisfied when they leave your shop!

  • Go out of the way for your customers! Take that extra mile!

  • Train and train your staff to provide excellent customer service.

  • Every member of the company is a service provider, not only the customer services department.

  • Practice saying "let me double check for you". This shows the customers that you listen to them.

  • Ask questions. Help your customers to determine their needs. Get involved with what your customer is planning or purchasing. Talk to them about their choices and needs.

  • Remember the maxim "Do unto others what you would have them do unto you".

  • Be genuine, service comes from the heart.

  • Stay focused on your customers. Maintain eye contact. Be courteous. Do not do other things while talking to your customers.

  • Do not just offer one-word answers to your customers. Do more, talk to them, listen to them.

  • Care for your customers!

  • Take the time to laugh with your customers and to enjoy their company.

  • Smile, smile and smile!

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