Episode 132

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Published on:

31st Jul 2024

How to Deal with Unhappy Customers

We’ve all had those shitty phone calls, right Name?

When they hang up, you feel bloody awful. 

The customer called, unhappy with the job. 

Your stomach sinks as you process what just happened. 

They said it’s not up to standard... 

Not what they were promised... 

They’re disappointed and angry, and it’s all your fault. 

They want you to fix it.  

Now. 

You’re totally gutted.

You worked hard on this project. 

Take pride in your work. 

You want to leave your customers happy. 

But fixing it’s gonna cost you money. 

Take up your team’s time. 

You’ve already moved on to the next job…

Of course, you want to put it right.

But how?

To find out, catch my latest training video where Phil and I deep dive into customer complaints.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

  1. How to Turn an Angry Customer into a Happy One 
  2. Simple Ways to Keep Your Business Reputation Strong 
  3. 5 Steps to Turn Disasters into Opportunities 

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The Profitable Tradie Podcast
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