NCSA Effective Communication Strategies 2

Question 1

A customer is speaking very quickly and you are having trouble keeping up. What is the most effective strategy?

Accepted Answer

Politely ask them to slow down so you can better assist them

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Interrupt them immediately to slow them down

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Ask them to repeat everything from the beginning

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Take notes and guess at anything you missed

Question 2

Which of the following best describes 'mirroring' as a communication technique in customer service?

Accepted Answer

Matching the customer's tone, pace, and key phrases to build rapport

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Repeating the customer's exact words back to them verbatim

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Copying the customer's body language during in-person interactions only

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Agreeing with everything the customer says to avoid conflict

Question 3

When leaving a voicemail for a customer, what information should always be included?

Accepted Answer

Your name, company, callback number, and the purpose of your call

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Your full personal biography and work history

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Only your name and a request to call back

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The customer's account number and balance details

Question 4

A customer writes a very lengthy email complaint. What is the best approach to your response?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge all concerns raised and address each one systematically

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Address only the most important issue to keep your reply brief

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Send a template response that covers general complaints

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Ask the customer to call instead since email is too complex for this

Question 5

What does 'channel switching' mean in a customer service context?

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Moving a customer conversation from one communication medium to another (e.g., chat to phone)

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Transferring a customer to a different department

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Changing the topic of conversation to resolve tension

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Switching shifts with a colleague to handle a difficult customer

Question 6

Which statement best reflects the use of positive language in customer service?

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'I can't process that until Monday' vs. 'That will be ready for you by Monday'

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'Your issue is not my problem' vs. 'I understand your concern'

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'We never do that' vs. 'That is against policy'

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'You're wrong about that' vs. 'You are incorrect'

Question 7

When communicating with a customer from a different cultural background, what is most important?

Accepted Answer

Avoid all idioms and jargon that may not translate across cultures

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Speak louder and slower to ensure they understand

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Assume they prefer written communication over verbal

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Use technical terminology to appear professional and credible