Just Listen

Just Listen

When was the last time you just kept your mouth shut and listened? No really. Think about it. I would bet if you really put your mind to it, you would shocked at the last time you kept your agenda in your pocket and really engaged with the person across from you and...
Stop Skimping on the Recognition

Stop Skimping on the Recognition

Everyone loves to feel appreciated. I can tell you that in most businesses there is a distinct lack of recognition and encouragement. I can also tell you that most folks really do like to hear that they are doing a good job. This is the reason why many engagement...
Customer Service Tips From Black Friday

Customer Service Tips From Black Friday

Black Friday: Synonymous with long lines, deep discounts, a turkey-hangover, and shopping! Some think of it as the shopping equivalent of spending time in the Thunderdome. I find it to be a great time to sharpen my service acumen. The term was coined in the sixties in...