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Hiring the Right Employees to Deliver Exceptional Customer Service
Shep Hyken interviews Eric Chester. They discuss tips, tactics and strategies on hiring from his latest book, Fully Staffed: The Definitive Guide to Finding & Keeping Great Employees in the Worst Labor Market Ever.
Top Takeaways:
When the economy is bustling and the unemployment rate is low, the resultant labor shortage makes it very difficult to find (and keep) the best employees for the job.
Even a single bad employee can dramatically impact the morale of other employees. But customer service ultimately suffers the most at the hands of a bad employee.
When you understand the differences between yourself and your employees, you will understand how to manage them better and ultimately be a better boss and leader. Additionally, try to help your employees get where they want to go.
Research your present workforce—understand what makes your current