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Terence R. Traut

Handling Challenging Situations with a Customer-Focused Mindset

December 8, 2025April 26, 2015 by Terence R. Traut
Angry customer shouting

Customer service often means dealing with angry, frustrated, or rude customers. Let’s examine the specific steps of the Five-Step Process for handling these customers.

Communicating with Customer Focus

December 8, 2025February 22, 2010 by Terence R. Traut

What you say as a Customer Service Professional is key to increasing customer satisfaction. This article focuses on what you should say..

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