Clarity and Fuzziness
Thursday, April 30th, 2009Dealing with ambiguity … one of the key traits of both leaders and recalibrators.
If you can’t see the video, click here.
Dealing with ambiguity … one of the key traits of both leaders and recalibrators.
If you can’t see the video, click here.
It’s true. Everyone wants a piece of your customers. And, in this economy, expect the promotions, offers and deals to explode.
In this Drivercam riff, I focus on how customer loyalty – True Loyalty – is probably the most valuable asset you have. But don’t mistake loyalty to the deal for loyalty to you.
Enjoy the video … it’s only two minutes. (Yes, the traffic was rotten.)
Relationships are ongoing conversations. I’m thinking about my ongoing conversation with my friend Ed, at a meaningful moment in his life.
Do you have ongoing conversations with your customers?
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