Never “bicker” over how you measure
Steve shares his tips on avoiding the needless and time-consuming “discussions” with the customer on how the work area should be measured.
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Better than a business card?
It is essential to keep your business contact info in front of your customers. Here is one simple, inexpensive “in-the-home reminder” that really works.
Giving more “R&R” to your employees
The more “public” your R&R the more impact it has with an employee. Here is an easy way for clients and coworkers to publicly R&R your employees’ efforts.
Make a “day before” phone call
A “day before” Confirmation Call creates efficiency and profitability for you. Even better, it is a great positive Moment of Truth for the home owner…
Gently ‘encourage’ marginal employees to move on!
Nothing is more important to your financial future (and personal happiness) than finding stellar employees that “buy in” to your business vision.
Avoid negative cell phone Moments of Truth
You’ve worked really hard to polish your company image. Don’t let bad cell phone habits bring it down. Get started with these TIPS from the frontlines of a really successful carpet cleaning operation.
Consider part time instead of full time workers
Ready to hire your first employee? Or maybe due to expansion you are eying the possibility of hiring more. Steve highlights the benefits of using part-time help.
Got more time than money?
Steve shares the fastest, simplest, cheapest (but not the easiest) way to get more jobs.
Never “present”- RECOMMEND!
Become an expert consultant sincerely interested in solving your client’s problems and they will respond by becoming loyal (and very profitable) Cheerleader Customers.
Use “Creative Scheduling” for commercial accounts
Steve’s stack of regular commercial “Service Agreements” let him sleep much better. But he did want to SLEEP at night. Learn how Steve avoided doing late night commercial work with his “Creative Commercial Scheduling” technique!
Why you should ban the phrase “No problem”!
When your customer says “thank you” how do you reply? Steve reminds us to “keep it positive” while reminding your client about reviewing you online.
“Seeing” is selling…
When first meeting a prospective customer you must “break through” their skepticism. After your contact gives you a tour and shows you their “areas of special concern” simply ask this key question…
Always be “on time”!
It is the little details (what we call positive “Moments of Truth” in SFS) that add-up when starting a business relationship.
Don’t “surprise” me!
Success in business is based on clear, honest and open communication between all involved. Make it easy with a Production Day Sheet.
Do the right thing! In life and on the job.
What is the best way to “differentiate” yourself from your competition? Steve Toburen says displaying (and feeling) old-fashioned “care and concern” for your clients…