Stop “looming” over your customer!
Respecting personal space is a no-brainer for anyone who works in the customer’s home. But just what do we mean by “respecting” this space? Steve demonstrates one factor.
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How to deal with “I wanna a price now” callers!
Any phone script needs tweaking now and then… Steve Toburen’s SFS carpet cleaning phone script is due for a little fine tuning of its own. With these modifications you now have the option of giving a price over the phone and STILL book the job!
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.
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…
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.
“I’m hitting a road block on implementing the ‘Stay Beautiful’ program!”
A North Carolina SFS member is getting resistance from customers who don’t want to give up their credit card information for the regular monthly service agreement amount. Steve reminds him that many people are more comfortable with a second option …
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.
So should I ask to put up a carpet cleaning “yard sign”?
A Houston carpet cleaner is torn on asking his customers if he can install a temporary sign in their yard. Steve likes the concept but as always there are some pitfalls to consider …
“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.
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…
How to gracefully flip your customer’s “Thank you”!
When your customer says “Thank you” at the end of your job, how should you respond? I suggest flipping this exchange into a positive Moment of Truth with this reply.
What can a carpet cleaner present at a “ladies club” meeting?
Wouldn’t it be great to get “up close and personal” with over 100 top prospects for your carpet cleaning services? That is where one Minneapolis carpet cleaner finds himself, but how can he make the best of his opportunity?
Letters for Commercial?
Slow months can bring a cash crunch. How can a cleaning company best market to commercial accounts?