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I always get push back from some people on this topic, but I feel strongly about the importance of language.\u00a0 I deliberately do not use words like ‘customers’ or ‘jobs’ when I am describing (client) relationships or service offerings\/partnerships.\u00a0 I have no interest in partnering with people who treat me or my services as disposable commodities, or more blatantly look down on me for detailing.\u00a0 Likewise, I do not operate from a scarcity mindset or treat my clients like a ‘number’ when I connect with them.\u00a0 Even for people who I know realistically will likely not be my client, me providing local referrals or finding a detailing business for people who have moved out of the state of Florida is not uncommon practice.\u00a0 I have provided some prospective clients with a basic tutorial on detailing and also referred to others to competitors, when I knew availability or budget for my services would be an issue.\u00a0 I have had a client reach out to me for a shopping list of interior detailing product recommendations.\u00a0 As soon as I had a free moment, I gave him a shopping list for the new car he purchased for his wife.\u00a0 This person also spent $3,000 for a couple of interior and exterior detailing services from me.\u00a0 He would later book for another detail later that year.\u00a0 Today, like other clients, I call this person a ‘friend’.\u00a0 Like me, he vetted my business and engaged in a conversation (imagine that) before booking.<\/p>\n

He has probably caught me doing what I did not have to do (yes even at that price point) to provide a better result and experience working on his cars.\u00a0 It never crossed my mind to stop learning about my clients or that my efforts to impress would end after he or she puts in a deposit.\u00a0 Every day is an opportunity to make an impression.\u00a0 The best way to stand out and be unforgettable is to genuinely stand out.\u00a0 Most of my clients told me my efforts on their cars feel personal.\u00a0 Not only is that true, I want the detail and overall experience with my clients to feel that way to them.\u00a0 He also received gifts that complimented not only the service but my impression of him personally from our time spent together.<\/p>\n

Just like in our non-professional lives we tend to remember the people who showed us or taught us things we did not know before.\u00a0 From links or notes to links towards video tutorials, shopping lists for maintenance products, or a assortment of business cards, the care package really helps cement the customer experience, and highlights your customers service.\u00a0 Business cards may not be as popular now, but they also are more likely easily kept when supplied in this manner.\u00a0 Also, with QR codes, business cards and print promotional items that are modernized may be making a comeback.\u00a0 Many people never experienced the difference between what they normally use and a Rag Company microfiber towel<\/a> or a Gyeon wash mitt<\/a>.\u00a0 Appropriate gift sets allow clients to really benefit on their investment.\u00a0 Products patterned for the service, their car, and their specific needs.\u00a0 It also will encourage customers to not neglect their car, wasting money and indirectly ruining the experience.\u00a0 Stand out in a way that is personal to you and your brand.<\/p>\n

Written Notes Experience<\/h2>\n

I try to take from the totality of the detailing experience, from first call\/message to the end, to craft a meaningful and personal thank you note.\u00a0 It can inspire devotion for a lifetime return customer and the unique impact can encourage me to push beyond 100 percent for future clients.\u00a0 It is also a great way to ask for reviews and feedback.\u00a0 It for one has a built-in reminder for you to ask for a review, whether you forget or feel uncomfortable asking.\u00a0 This along with a gift package can encourage reciprocity of a review.\u00a0 The gift with a card can yield a more meaningful personal feedback response.\u00a0 Considering I am not a high-volume detailer, more openly asking for reviews is something I wish I had done sooner.\u00a0 This process has helped me.<\/p>\n

\"Business-Cards\"<\/p>\n

Your behavior will communicate certain things, during the detailing service process.\u00a0 There is an opportunity to not only show off your superior expertise, but your kindness and professionalism.\u00a0 Now hopefully you genuinely are these things and working to improve on these qualities.\u00a0 This will make for not only customers for life but great word of mouth.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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