So, what do you do or say to create a strong last impression? First, don’t leave this to chance. Or maybe it was an online transaction, and moments after the customer hit the “Confirm Purchase” button, that customer received a confirmation and thank you email, letting the customer know that the order went through. Online, offline, in person and over the phone, there are many ways to create that last impression. Maybe the last impression came as a result of a simple “Good bye” or “Have a nice day.” Or perhaps it was someone who stepped up and demonstrated expertise or went above and beyond, creating a confidence that the customer didn’t have before the interaction began. In other words, the last impression lasts. Maybe that positive reinforcement will express itself during the ride home when the customer thinks back about how nice it was to do business with someone who smiled, could answer questions, was helpful, respectful and more.
If we make sure the customer’s last experience during the service encounter is a positive one – an above average experience, even an amazing experience – then the customer will self-reinforce that positive emotion on your behalf for a long time after the actual experience. This one is just as important, if not even more so. This is what leaves a lasting impression. And, not too dissimilar to the old adage of first impressions, you may not ever have another chance to make a last impression. It’s a very important moment.Īnd then there is the last impression. It sets the tone for whatever the interaction is that follows. There is an old expression that says, “You never have a second chance to make a first impression.” It seems people are giving a lot of weight to that first impression, and for good reason. Leave a Lasting Impression in Customer Service As you will learn in this week’s story on Platinum Rules for Success, creating a lasting impression with your client base is a recipe for success in any industry! The effort is minimal and the benefits are great. This week’s story discusses the how and the why behind the concept and what a difference it can make for your company. Leaving a lasting impression might be one of the easiest and most important ways to ensure customer loyalty.
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