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The Secret to Sustainable Growth: Kaizen, Lean, and the Rule of 1%

As a seasoned Kanban and Lean/Agile practitioner with over two decades of experience helping businesses of all sizes with continuous improvement, I’ve had the privilege of seeing firsthand the transformative power of Kaizen and Lean Systems thinking. These philosophies have been the bedrock of my approach to optimizing customer service and driving sustainable growth, and I firmly believe they are essential for any organization looking to achieve long-term success. Kaizen, the Japanese term for “continuous improvement,” is a mindset that has revolutionized the way I work with clients. It’s a philosophy that emphasizes the importance of incremental, ongoing enhancements to

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Elevating Your Customer Service Game with Deliver +1

As a business owner and coach, I know firsthand how crucial customer service is to the success of any venture. In my last post, I delved into understanding what customers truly want to ensure a positive experience. Today, I want to introduce you to the concept of Deliver +1 and how it can take your customer service to new heights. Consistency is the backbone of exceptional customer service. If you aim to transform your satisfied customers into raving fans, you must consistently surpass the average customer service experience. But how do you achieve this level of consistency? Let me share

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Turn your Customers into Raving Fans!

  Understanding your Customers is Key to Great Customer Service As a business owner, delivering exceptional customer service is paramount to success. In the previous post, we explored the first secret to building a solid customer service plan and establishing your vision for your business. Today, we dive into the second secret: knowing what your customers want. To elevate your satisfied customers to raving fans, you must understand their needs and expectations. In this post, we’ll discuss four key strategies to help you determine what your customers want and how to incorporate them into your customer service plan. Understanding Your

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Unlocking the Secrets to Exceptional Customer Service: A Small Business Owner’s Guide

As a small business owner, providing exceptional customer service is not just something you’re supposed to do – it’s the key to unlocking long-term growth and success in today’s hyper-competitive marketplace. In a world where consumers have countless options available at the click of a button, customer service can be the differentiating factor that sets your business apart from the rest. During a recent workshop I conducted for small business owners, one participant raised an intriguing question: “Isn’t providing good customer service just what a business owner is supposed to do?” This question struck a chord with me, as it

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Unlocking Business Growth

In today’s competitive business landscape, small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) must focus on driving growth and boosting profits to thrive. I aim to help SMEs improve their bottom line while growing top-line revenue. I’ve identified seven key areas entrepreneurs should prioritize to achieve sustainable success. Let’s explore these points and how they relate to the unique challenges and opportunities SMEs face.   Primary Aim: Defining Your Vision for Success   For SMEs, defining a clear primary aim is essential for long-term growth and profitability. As a business owner, you must look beyond the day-to-day operations and envision success for you

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