What do you do when a customer threatens self-harm (in a phone call or email)? how to handle difficult customers Apr 22, 2023

People in my workshops ask, “What do I say when a customer threatens suicide?” 

Customers in distress are stressful for customer support teams. 

When customers threaten self-harm or harm to others, they’ve taken the interaction outside the boundary of sincere conversation.

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6 Ways to Boss Customer Service Calls how to handle difficult customers telephone skills training Apr 18, 2023

 

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When you want to end a circular conversation with an upset customer, I want you to say: de-escalation how to handle difficult customers Apr 14, 2023

 

When you want to end a circular conversation with an upset customer, I want you to say:

 

"We realize this is frustrating for you." {Then explain why you can't honor the request and offer the next steps.}

Example: "We realize this is frustrating for you, and I'd like to explain. Not only is...

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From Conflict to Resolution: Strategies for Winning Over Even the Most Difficult Customers contact center de-escalation how to handle difficult customers Apr 07, 2023

As a customer service representative, dealing with difficult customers is an inevitable part of the job. Whether it's an angry customer, a frustrated client, or a dissatisfied customer, it's essential to have the necessary skills and strategies to handle these situations effectively. In this article...

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