Category Archives: Part 7: Communicating with the Customer

This sub-category encompasses establishing and maintaining a retail image, and promotional strategy.

Customer Relationships in a High-Tech World

External customer relationships, post-purchase customer relationships, and internal company relationships are always vital. And so are customer relationships in a high-tech world. But first, let’s explore “customer relationship” from a few sources: Entrepreneur Magazine. Company relationships refer to “ways in … Continue reading

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Tracking Small Business Trends

As with large firms, tracking small business trends is imperative. IF small firms want to adapt to the marketplace! To best face competition, they must do so. Before studying trends, read these posts: Small Business Saturday Marketing Tips for Small … Continue reading

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Changing Customer Experience Expectations

To succeed, changing customer experience expectations must be monitored. And fulfilled. A great customer experience facilitates repeat business. For example, look at these posts. Consistency Makes Good Customer Experiences Better. Closing the Customer Experience Gap. Better Customer Experience: Factor Consideration. … Continue reading

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