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Added for You - To Complain and Win! - My Personal Recipe
A shocking 80% of Americans all have something in common. Can you guess what that is? They hate their jobs! Imagine this scenario. It’s 6:00 A.M. The alarm clock starts its Incessant buzzing. How many people do you know jump out of bed excited that they are going to work that day? Why should they be happy? Here’s what they face. Their job actually starts with the process of getting ready for work. No pay of course. Personal grooming, eating that important first meal. Locking up and making sure the home front is secure. Dropping the kids off to school or the babysitter. Then the dreaded commute. Have you noticed no one in the other cars is smiling? There are the miles and miles of road construction and all the early morning accidents to contend with.
Ask to speak to a supervisor. Do this sooner than later (see above). Don't make the "lateral move mistake!" As soon as you detect you’re being stonewalled
Business traveling, even with all of its hustle, bustle, and flat hotel pillows, does have one perk: your company pays for it. Whether they reimburse you for cars from rental agencies or for the miles you put on your own vehicle, one thing stands between you and your financial compensation: tangible proof of what you’ve spent.Keeping financial records of business trips may seem – on the surface – quite simple. However, when more pressing matters get in the way – late plane departures, important business meetings, getting lost in a new city – it’s rather easy to lose track of what you are spending. Adhering to some of the following tips of advice can help you to keep track of all your expenses and allow you to stick it to “the man,” one mile at a time.Put your Receipts somewhere safe: Receipts on busi
First thing: If you have a legitimate claim denied or a beef with a company (my method can be applied to insurance companies, dealerships, bad fish, or whatever), prepare yourself for the likelihood of frustrating conversations with people who either can’t think for themselves or have been told by their boss not to.
If whoever takes your initial complaint is reasonable you'll be pleasantly surprised. If, however, what you’re being told sounds like it isn’t addressing your individual problem beware – the answer you’re getting may be being read from a script. Companies often give their customer service reps pat, formulaic responses they must give and not stray from!
Get a name!! The person who answers your call will often say their name, if at all, in an inaudible light-speed mumble. Take the time to ask them to repeat their name if necessary. 3 times if necessary. Be sure you write the name down. When you call next time and the person answering doesn’t know what you’re talking about you want to be able to answer the inevitable “Who did you talk to?”
Always, always, always: Keep notes on not only who you talked to, but when, the gist of the conversation, and the date and time. These records may be invaluable (see below).
If you expect BS you won’t get as upset when you get it. This is especially true with the first person you talk to. By definition this is the low person on the totem pole. Anticipate they have zero decision-making authority and you’ll save lots of energy right at the get-go.
Ask to speak to a supervisor. Do this sooner than later (see above). Don't make the "lateral move mistake!" As soon as you detect you’re being stonewalled m
This is my second attempt at cooking the Turkey. Last year I bought the traditional frozen turkey and utilized a recipe from the Food Network's web site. Resulting in a typical and predictable outcome, average.This year I went to my local meatery (if this turns out to be a word, just remember, you read it here first) and purchased a fresh bird. Although it was small (11 pounds), it was more than enough for my family. I cooked it unstuffed and 2.25 hours later we consumed a bird that required extra napkins. I could not distinguish between the juice from the bird or the salivation from the anticipation of the next bite. A homerun at my table.Customer service notwithstanding, there is a convenience to one stop shopping (e.g., Walmart Super stores, Costco, etc.) but I truly believe in the charm and comfort of t
If whoever takes your initial complaint is reasonable you'll be pleasantly surprised. If, however, what you’re being told sounds like it isn’t addressing your individual problem beware – the answer you’re getting may be being read from a script. Companies often give their customer service reps pat, formulaic responses they must give and not stray from!
Get a name!! The person who answers your call will often say their name, if at all, in an inaudible light-speed mumble. Take the time to ask them to repeat their name if necessary. 3 times if necessary. Be sure you write the name down. When you call next time and the person answering doesn’t know what you’re talking about you want to be able to answer the inevitable “Who did you talk to?”
Always, always, always: Keep notes on not only who you talked to, but when, the gist of the conversation, and the date and time. These records may be invaluable (see below).
If you expect BS you won’t get as upset when you get it. This is especially true with the first person you talk to. By definition this is the low person on the totem pole. Anticipate they have zero decision-making authority and you’ll save lots of energy right at the get-go.
Ask to speak to a supervisor. Do this sooner than later (see above). Don't make the "lateral move mistake!" As soon as you detect you’re being stonewalled
Personalised mugs have many benefits, which is why they are often used in marketing campaigns as promotional giveaways.Mugs are available in a wide choice of materials, including ceramic, earthenware, bone china, frosted glass, metal, acrylic and even recycled plastic. Different styles of personalised mugs will appeal to different target markets, for example, contemporary latte mugs are ideal for a young audience, whereas traditional bone china mugs may be more appropriate for an older market. Companies or organisations looking for inexpensive promotional items for giving to customers, prospects and employees often turn to personalised mugs. Their low unit cost makes them ideal for company events or trade shows where a large number of items are needed as giveawaysUnlike many other less valued promotional
Get a name!! The person who answers your call will often say their name, if at all, in an inaudible light-speed mumble. Take the time to ask them to repeat their name if necessary. 3 times if necessary. Be sure you write the name down. When you call next time and the person answering doesn’t know what you’re talking about you want to be able to answer the inevitable “Who did you talk to?”
Always, always, always: Keep notes on not only who you talked to, but when, the gist of the conversation, and the date and time. These records may be invaluable (see below).
If you expect BS you won’t get as upset when you get it. This is especially true with the first person you talk to. By definition this is the low person on the totem pole. Anticipate they have zero decision-making authority and you’ll save lots of energy right at the get-go.
Ask to speak to a supervisor. Do this sooner than later (see above). Don't make the "lateral move mistake!" As soon as you detect you’re being stonewalled
Change Management situations can occur anywhere and sometimes they create situations that are so serious that they indeed could threaten national security. For instance take an upper management change in the public sector such as within the top ranks of the computer and cyber security division of Department of Homeland Security for instance. Just imagine the importance that these top positions hold and the potential chaos and controversy that could occur if someone suddenly leaves?Next realize that such a departure creates a temporary power and leadership vacuum and allows holes in security to be overlooked for even a brief time period. Well this is what almost occurred at the Department of Homeland Security when the head of the IT department left and that leadership position was not filled right away. Luckily due
Always, always, always: Keep notes on not only who you talked to, but when, the gist of the conversation, and the date and time. These records may be invaluable (see below).
If you expect BS you won’t get as upset when you get it. This is especially true with the first person you talk to. By definition this is the low person on the totem pole. Anticipate they have zero decision-making authority and you’ll save lots of energy right at the get-go.
Ask to speak to a supervisor. Do this sooner than later (see above). Don't make the "lateral move mistake!" As soon as you detect you’re being stonewalled
This section talks about the importance of having a mentor in your life. Mentors are individuals who you look up. You may or may not know them personally, but they inspire you to move towards a certain direction.Key To your SuccessHaving a mentor is a crucial key to success—one that many women in today’s workforce simply do not have. And it’s no surprise. With only six women at the helm of Fortune 500 companies, less than 13 percent of the corporate officer ranks made up of women, and the time pressures all working women confront, finding a mentor may seem next to impossible. But be open-minded about potential mentors. A good mentor can be a man, a woman, a person of a color different from yours, or even your boss. The most important factor is that you and your mentor can comfortably exchange feedback and i
Ask to speak to a supervisor. Do this sooner than later (see above). Don't make the "lateral move mistake!" As soon as you detect you’re being stonewalled move up. Get a supervisor, then their supervisor, and on and on. Go as far as you have to go. You’re looking for a person who sounds reasonable, understands your problem, and can do something about it.
Save time and energy, big-time. When you’re connected to a “supervisor,” make sure you haven’t been passed to someone on the same level or, worse, some unrelated and useless department (happens a lot). As soon as you get a supervisor ask their position. Ask also, “Do you have authority to remedy my complaint?” If not, move on immediately.
Present yourself as cool and confident. This sends the message “I know I’m right and you’re not going to wear me down.” Some industries (did someone say "insurance companies?") count on you getting frustrated and giving up. Don’t let them know if you are upset. Remember: If the facts are on your side you don’t have to sweat. They do.
Depersonalize the issue. Don’t become what psychologists call “ego invested.” It will help you to be polite and in control if you keep in mind you’re dealing with a human being who’s got a hard job, is almost certainly underpaid, and is very likely working for a jackass.
Keep your eyes on the prize! Keep in mind your goal; you want to get your money or promised services – not to get angry at the person you happen to be talking with.
Don't be a wimp! Lots of people tell you to be nice because you can catch more
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