Listen "Episode 9: Building Lasting Customer Relationships"
Episode Synopsis
Smoke Break - Episode 9: Building Lasting Customer RelationshipsEpisode Duration: 8 minutesJoin host Mike Hernandez as he shares practical strategies for creating genuine connections with regular customers. Learn how to transform routine transactions into meaningful relationships that benefit both customers and your store.Episode OverviewMaster essential relationship-building skills:Customer recognition techniquesPersonalized service approachesGenuine interest developmentProfessional boundary maintenanceRelationship management strategiesCustomer Connection FundamentalsLearn to implement:Purchase pattern recognitionName memorization techniquesPreference awarenessTiming anticipationPersonal detail managementService Enhancement ApproachesDevelop strategies for:Preparing regular ordersProviding product updatesOffering personalized recommendationsHandling complaints from regularsBuilding trust through consistencyCommunication TechniquesMaster methods for:Reading customer preferencesBalanced conversation skillsAppropriate topic selectionFollow-up questionsSocial awarenessProfessional BoundariesLearn effective ways to:Maintain friendly professionalismCreate appropriate connectionsRespect customer privacyBalance efficiency with friendlinessAdjust approach to different customersSales Associate Action ItemThis week's relationship-building task:Identify three regular customersLearn one new appropriate detail about eachUse information to enhance serviceNotice impact on customer satisfactionBuild on successful interactionsResources MentionedVisit cstorethrive.com for additional customer service resourcesNext Episode PreviewComing up: Handling busy rushes while maintaining excellent service."Smoke Break" delivers weekly insights for convenience store sales associates in bite-sized, actionable episodes under 10 minutes.#ConvenienceStore #CustomerRelationships #RetailSkills #CustomerService #CareerDevelopment #RetailSuccess
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