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Customer Service- Why It Still Matters

11/19/2019

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In this fast-paced world, we need to solve our problems quickly so we could move on. If there is one thing that could help us to solve our problems quickly and thrive is great customer service. Many businesses invest in other things to attract buyers when the real investment is having a customer service that compels buyers to remain loyal to your brand. After all, your business should be there to solve a problem for your customers. 
Instead, businesses seem to be in a constant rat-race, overlooking customer satisfaction and trying to bring new customers to buy their products when really their focus should be retaining the ones they have. Here’s why customer service should not be given the backseat and why it still matters: 
Customers Will Come Back 
Customers tend to come back when they are satisfied with their purchases and their complaints are heard. Great customer service will lead to a relationship of trust between the seller and the buyer and so loyalty of customers can be easily won over by satisfying a customer. A company with good customer service compels people to continue investing in their brand which is also less expensive than trying to acquire new customers each time.
Higher Quality of Product
When customers trust a brand, they are likely to become a recurring customer allowing you to put their money for product development. Companies usually emerge with newer products when their roots have become strong and they have many loyal customers. When this happens, customers tend to buy from these brands even if they become pricier because they become convinced that these brands will always deliver the best without disappointing and fix anything that is less satisfactory.
As a Medium of Communication
Customer service is usually the only medium of communication between the buyers and the sellers and therefore often a customer’s opinion and judgment are formed by the customer service provided by a company or brand. When customers know they have an avenue where they can voice their complaints and they will be heard, they feel more secure and so have a positive perception about a company.
Customers Will Unconsciously Advertise
When customers are happy with a brand and feel comfortable voicing their queries and complaints, they tend to refer other people to brands with better customer service as well, unconsciously or consciously promoting the said brand and bringing more customers to buy from them and hence widening the business and prompting more people to purchase from those brands.
Minimizes Chances Of Business Failure
When businesses fail, one of the largest contributing factors is poor customer service. Customers stop buying from and coming back to brands when they are responded to very late when their requests and suggestions are disregarded or their problems are left unanswered. On the other hand, good customer service will leave the customers happy and therefore chances of complete failure will be close to none.
In conclusion
Hence, customer service is a vital part and determines largely the success of a business as it helps retain customers, creates a good impression of a brand and maximizes success. Moreover, it urges customers to be loyal and is the backbone of most businesses.
References
https://www.teamsupport.com/blog/trends-customer-service-2019
https://freshdesk.com/customer-support/customer-support-trends-2019-blog/
https://blog.hubspot.com/service/customer-service-2019
​https://www.business2community.com/customer-experience/6-reasons-great-customer-service-drives-powerful-word-mouth-marketing-results-0636835
https://www.effectivebusinessideas.com/prevent-business-failure-successful/
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5 Ways to Connect With Others at a Coworking Space

9/19/2019

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Sometimes the difference between a good coworking space and a great coworking space is all about the community and relationship. This is essential for fostering a good working environment for everybody.
Knowing fully well that these different sets of individuals who work for different organizations are in the same space as you require some extra effort to bond. So, how do you make your stay in that coworking space work? Highlighted below are five ways through which you can bond with your remote coworkers as a remote worker:
  • Effective Communication
An important aspect of developing a bond with those around you is communication. This is very essential that you get to know a little bit about others around you. This will help you in understanding their goals and personality. 
Communication between you and the other members fosters for improvement in the level of privacy required for your respective jobs. You can easily work up to your fellow members to discuss issues that could be affecting you from their actions if the avenue for communication has been created.
  • Remote Coworking Space Activities
Different coworking space activities are set up to increase the communication and bond between members in that space. This is useful for effective communication and increasing the familiarity between members.
You must attend these coworking space activities to create and maintain the bond between your remote coworkers. These activities which could include exercises, extended invitation to their organization programs, mental health activities, and so on may also be useful to you.
  • Put A Face To The Name
Most times, you get to know your remote coworkers over social media interactions. You must put a face to the name you already know. There is a distinct bond that is generated from meeting face to face and not just interacting on social media or other provided mediums.
This method of increasing the bond level that exists between you and your other remote coworkers might develop into an unexpected friendship. Your meeting could be at the activities organized by your coworking space or at an invited company retreat.
  • Always Make A Point To Converse
It is always important to make it a habit to exchange at least pleasantries between you and others. This increases familiarities and nurtures the bond that exists between you and the other remote coworkers.
Through conversing, you might discover others who share your passion or have similar interests as you do. It is a good medium to network and improves your field of knowledge. Through this medium of bonding, there could be a collective structuring for a better corporation in the coworking space.
  • Invite Them To Your Company Initiatives
This is another great way to bond with other members. By inviting them to your company’s initiative, you are breeding a link between them and yourself for a better understanding of what you do. This medium allows you to network and foster deeper connections.

Conclusion
A coworking space can be the best place for you to work in if you like a community. You should try some of the points highlighted here to help you improve the bond that exists between you and the other members. Our kitchen in Treehouse Society is always a perfect place where our members enjoy coffee or lunch together and share updates of their creative journey. 

References
​https://slackhq.com/team-bonding-remote-workers
https://medium.com/s/story/11-remote-workers-on-the-strategies-they-use-to-bond-with-co-workers-e326f29aaca2
https://www.shareyouroffice.com/blog-syo/build-community-coworking-space/
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How Cofounders Relationship Goes Sour And How To Fix The Issues

9/9/2019

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Different types of unique relationships exist between people, family, romantic, business, etc. Some people might not realize, but relationships take a lot of active work, especially the relationship of cofounders. It is a lot more than even a significant other, as cofounders not only need to share the same idea and dream but also need to manage finance and build a team together.
Smart cofounders are sensible enough to give their best and look great when the occasion arises. It is very unwise to reveal the cracks that may exist in their relationship during a pitch. Cofounders make point of fixing their strain to get the best productivity out of themselves.
Numerous reasons could cause sour development in the relationships that exist between cofounders. This could be one of the determining factors that determine if they are staying together or going their separate ways.
Below are some of the ways cofounders' relationships go sour and how to fix these issues:
  • Personal Dynamic
Giving the kind of job that you do and the amount of time you invest in your job, you could be spending more time with your cofounder than any other person. Of course, this period will showcase a variety of personal habits that may drive either of you crazy. Personal habits could cause conflicts and could drive cofounders apart.
Here, there has to be some level of compensation and a genuine understanding of your partner’s perspective. It could be the energy level or other commitment issues. It could be health issues or another side project. These differences have to be worked on to continue that positive desired relationship.
  • Planning And Expectations
Frustration arises when expectations and reality aren't matched. One way to mitigate this is by communicating from the beginning. Here, sorting out things through extensive planning helps you and your partner iron out the blueprints of whatever you are doing.
However, if you are already into the project for a long time and there still exist some level of differences, you should consider redefining and communicating your mind.
Having a detailed cofounder agreement is also useful to help keep everyone in line. The honesty and openness that exists between cofounders help in bringing out the best versions.
  • Relationship Status
The closeness of the relationship is also important. Cofounders that already had a sort of relationship before having a joint venture usually last longer than those who met at a hackathon.
Interestingly, it is not always hinged on history. It depends on how well you think you know your cofounder and your dynamic as well. Irrespective of the time spent previously, there seems to be a correlation between a deeper friendship with your cofounder and the longevity of the relationship. Earmark out time to further bond with your cofounder to develop a deeper bond.
  • Total Openness
Just like marriage, if complete openness does not exist, the possibility of the marriage crashing is very high. The same thing applies to the relationship between cofounders. You must learn to communicate and provide candid feedback irrespective of how hard the pill is to swallow.
Interestingly, your business going well and the positive profit being made does not necessarily reflect that your relationship is working. Investors always have an eye in spotting any form of strain that might exist between cofounders. This may affect the business in the long run.
Wrapping It Up
Understanding your cofounder’s perspective and effective communication is very vital in preserving cofounder’s relationship. For a longer and more productive business, cofounders have to make it work through various practices in their cofounder relationship.
References
https://medium.com/lessons-from-startup-ceos/https-medium-com-timjax-co-founder-relationships-what-makes-them-last-longer-and-how-to-fix-them-b9186f61c775
​https://www.forbes.com/sites/theyec/2014/05/07/10-tips-for-healthy-co-founder-relationships/#27775c92d357
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