2224. How would you deal with a difficult customer?

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Tell me about a time when you had to handle a difficult customer. How did you manage the situation, and what was the outcome?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Conflict resolution : Demonstrates the ability to handle disputes and resolve disagreements in a professional manner.

  • 2. Communication : Shows the capacity to convey messages clearly and listen to customer concerns effectively.

  • 3. Composure : Being able to remain calm and maintain self-control in challenging situations.

  • 4. Problem-solving : Reflects the capability to find solutions to customers’ issues and provide satisfactory resolutions.

Purpose
  • 1. Customer service skills : Evaluates your proficiency in providing excellent service to customers, even under stress.

  • 2. Behaviour under pressure : Assesses how you perform when faced with stressful or uncomfortable situations.

  • 3. Adaptability : Looks at your ability to adjust your communication and actions according to the customer's needs and emotions.

  • 4. Conflict management : Determine your ability to navigate and defuse conflicts that may arise with customers.


Hints
  • 1. Detail your approach : Discuss the specific steps you take when dealing with difficult customers, which may include listening, empathizing, and finding a resolution.

  • 2. Reflect on the outcome : Talk about what you learned from the experience and how it improved your customer service skills.

  • 3. Stay positive : Keep the focus on the positive aspects of the situation, such as how it strengthened your problem-solving or conflict management skills.

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Topics: 
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Roles: 
Crew Member
Server
Front of House Staff
Food Server
Retail Assistant
Line Cook
Server/Waiter
Janitor
Supervisor
Cashier
Sales Associate/Cashier
Team Member
Associate
Guest Service Team Member - Cashier
General Staff Member
Manager
Sales Associate
Front End Cashier
Customer Care Assistant
Causal Staff
Companies: 
McDonald's
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