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When Silence Isn’t Golden: A Lesson from a Shipping Delay Gone Wrong

When Silence Isn’t Golden: A Lesson from a Shipping Delay Gone Wrong

by Barbara Khozam | Apr 18, 2025 | Customer Service Training

A few months ago, I ordered a gift online with plenty of time to spare — or so I thought. The delivery date came and went, with no package, no tracking updates, and no proactive communication from the company. After reaching out, I received a generic response that did...
Building Trust When the News Isn’t Great

Building Trust When the News Isn’t Great

by Barbara Khozam | Apr 16, 2025 | Customer Service Training

Bad news is never easy to communicate — especially when customers are already feeling exasperated with business changes. In times of change, your approach can either strain the relationship or strengthen it. One of the most effective strategies for building trust...
Social Media Responses in Customer Service

Social Media Responses in Customer Service

by Barbara Khozam | Mar 13, 2025 | Customer Service Training

Customers are turning to social media more than ever to get help with issues, which can send social media managers into panic mode. But instead of seeing complaints as a headache, think of them as a chance to show how professional, responsive, and trustworthy your...
Beware: The Towing Trap That Could Cost You $480!

Beware: The Towing Trap That Could Cost You $480!

by Barbara Khozam | Mar 13, 2025 | Customer Service Training

Imagine parking in what appears to be a public lot, only to return and find your car gone—towed without warning and costing you nearly $500 to get it back. That’s exactly what happened to me at the Courtyard by Marriott in El Cajon, CA, and I’m not alone. This is a...
Prevent Problems Before You Need to Solve Them

Prevent Problems Before You Need to Solve Them

by Barbara Khozam | Feb 14, 2025 | Customer Service Training

In 2025, proactive customer service isn’t just a trend—it’s basically customer service with a crystal ball. Instead of waiting for customers to reach their boiling point over a lost package or a tech glitch, businesses are using AI, predictive analytics, and real-time...
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