e. The nicer you are, the better
Although some negative feedback may not be necessarily true or fixable, show that you care about the customer’s opinion and you want to help. If you disagree with the feedback, it won’t get you very far.
Different kinds of client feedback
There are different types of negative feedback. These include feedback about a problem that needs fixing, and feedback where people are just being antagonistic and you can’t do anything about it. Spotting the type of feedback will determine on how you should respond.
a. A direct problem: A customer may have a problem with your product or conduction of service. Although this could impact a business’s credibility negatively, but it can also be a learning experience. If a problem is presented to a business, do what you can to address it.
b. A representative’s character: Even though some feedback and complaints may not put any restraints on a business’s reputation, the issue the customer brings up may be important, and you have a disappointed customer.
c. Don’t take everything personally: Sometimes, criticisms come with advice that can benefit the business in the future. If you receive negative feedback with a few suggestions on how to solve the problem, you should consider this to prevent any more future complaints.
How to react and reply
The first step was identifying the type of response you receive from your customers. Next, you have to choose the correct way to address the critics. How you respond can determine how your customers see your business, which is very important. Always stay upbeat and be open minded to any criticism, especially if it is constructive.
a. A direct problem: You must absolutely respond to this sort of criticism. Whether your response is public or more universal and personal depends on what the issue is and the amount of people that it is affecting. It does not matter what the issue is. Someone like you, a business person, should show that you are proceeding with steps to fix whatever the problem could be. At times the criticism happens to be a result of an anticipated problem rather than an actual one. When that type of problem occurs, even then should criticism be consulted. When that kind of situation happens, you should thank the client for the advice and ask if they would like to know why the problem has occurred.
b. A representative’s character: When it comes to merited attacks, you can’t let your feelings get in the way of an optimistic response and a quick response. These are harder for businesses to deal with because some feel as if they’re being attacked personally.
c. Don’t take everything personally: When a customer leaves their ideas or possible improvements, a business may not always agree. In order to show your loyalty
To Be Continued…
