In 'Zingerman's Guide to Giving Great Service', Ari Weinzweig reveals the secrets behind outstanding customer service that goes beyond the ordinary. Set within the vibrant world of Zingerman's Delicatessen, this guide is packed with practical insights and heartwarming anecdotes that inspire readers to elevate their service experience. Weinzweig emphasizes the importance of genuine connections and understanding customer needs, transforming the mundane into the extraordinary. With his unique approach, readers are encouraged to embrace authenticity and resourcefulness in every interaction. Prepare to be inspired to rethink your service philosophy and create memorable experiences!
By Ari Weinzweig
Published: 2004
"Great service is not just about making customers happy; it's about creating an experience that fosters connection and loyalty, turning simple transactions into lasting relationships."
Entrepreneurial phenomenon Ari Weinzweig, co-founder of the much-loved Zingerman's Deli, shares the secrets to providing world-class customer service. Zingerman's in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is a beloved deli with some of the most loyal clientele around. It has been praised for its products and service in media outlets far and wide, including the New York Times, Men's Journal, Inc. Magazine, Esquire, Atlantic Monthly, USA Today, and Fast Company. And what started out as a small deli has grown to a flourishing restaurant, catering service, bakery, mail-order operation, creamery, and training business. Booming business and loyal customers are proof enough that the Zingerman's team knows a thing or two about customer service. Now in Zingerman's Guide to Giving Great Service, co-founder Ari Weinzweig shares the unique Zingerman method of treating customers, giving the reader step-by-step instructions on what to teach staff, how to train them, how to implement the training, how to measure their success, and finally, how to reward performance. Some of Zingerman's time-tested principles: --Customers who get a great product but poor service won't be as loyal as those who are disappointed with a product but get great service. --You'll get more complaints if people believe you care enough to listen to them. And that's a good thing. --Employees who are rewarded, respected, and well cared for treat customers the same way.
Ari Weinzweig is a celebrated author and co-founder of Zingerman's Community of Businesses, a renowned food and hospitality business located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. His notable works include 'Zingerman's Guide to Good Eating' and 'A Lapsed Anarchist's Approach to Building a Great Business.' Known for his engaging and informal writing style, Weinzweig combines storytelling with practical advice, drawing from his extensive experience in the culinary world. His passion for food, community, and entrepreneurship shines through in his guides, making complex concepts accessible to readers.
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“Great service is not just about making customers happy; it's about creating an experience that fosters connection and loyalty, turning simple transactions into lasting relationships.”
Zingerman's Guide to Giving Great Service
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