SUBJECT: Lesson #1 - 5 Traits You Should Have In Your Support Emails {!firstname_fix} When you're in business, you want to make a good lasting impression with every customer you come into contact with. And yes that even includes the 'difficult' ones. Here are 5 things you should strive for in your customer support... 1. Dependability and reliability Consistently provide accurate answers and follow-through on your promises. Your users should get the same courteous, pleasant and knowledgeable service every time they contact the Help Desk. 2. Responsiveness You or your team need to have the willingness to respond to customer's needs by answering their email requests quickly, and being willing to do what it takes to respond to their request. 3. Competence Provide an informative service, with accuracy and confidence. Technical competence goes without saying. Know your product/service inside out and answer according to know questions are left unanswered. 4. Empathy Provide caring and personal service. You can convey empathy when you listen for the hidden meaning in what a user is saying, acknowledge the emotion, and offer caring assistance. 5. Professionalism The way you answer emails and contact your customers reflects a high level of training and expertise. This becomes the professional image that you project to your end users. Follow the link below to see how to set up your own support desk to reduce the time you spend tinkering with emails!.. YOUR LINK To Your Success, YOUR NAME