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Bob

Developing Confidence: How to Ask for Feedback from Clients

Posted by Bob on January 4, 2012 to , , , , ,

You can ask your clients for feedback in several ways. The easiest and most direct method is simply to ask them immediately after doing some work for them. You might say, “I just want to take a moment to confirm that you are satisfied with the quality of our service.” …Read Full Entry


Jeff

Client Satisfaction Surveys: Who Should Conduct the Survey?

Posted by Jeff on November 2, 2011 to

In this uncertain economy, confirming and enhancing client satisfaction is crucial for your firm to stay competitive. A client satisfaction survey, when implemented strategically, dramatically strengthens client loyalty and uncovers new business opportunities. Because your intention is to elicit candid, detailed responses, carefully consider who will best carry out the survey. …Read Full Entry


Jeff

Client Satisfaction Surveys: Methods of Implementation

Posted by Jeff on October 21, 2011 to

In this uncertain economy, confirming and enhancing client satisfaction is crucial for your firm to stay competitive. A client satisfaction survey, when implemented strategically, dramatically strengthens client loyalty and uncovers new business opportunities. Once you have chosen your clients and created your questionnaire, the next step is to decide how to execute the survey. …Read Full Entry


Jeff

Client Satisfaction Surveys: Crafting Questions That Get Results

Posted by Jeff on October 12, 2011 to

In this uncertain economy, confirming and enhancing client satisfaction is crucial for your firm to stay competitive. A client satisfaction survey, when implemented strategically, dramatically strengthens client loyalty and uncovers new business opportunities. Once you have chosen your clients, the next step is to create your questionnaire. …Read Full Entry


Jeff

Client Satisfaction Surveys: Pick the ‘Right’ Clients

Posted by Jeff on September 30, 2011 to

Lawyers often mistake a lack of complaining from clients as a sign of satisfaction. Yet research by Tarp Worldwide shows that most consumers of professional services will not express dissatisfaction—they just leave. For every client who complains, there are twenty-six others you will not hear from. Ten of their friends and associates, however, will hear about their unhappy experience. …Read Full Entry


Jeff

Client Satisfaction Surveys: Leverage Positive Feedback

Posted by Jeff on September 21, 2011 to

A positive survey result gives the lawyer an opportunity to cross-sell services. Glowing feedback also sets the stage to appropriately ask for referrals. Consider the following strategies:

  • Personally call the client within one week after receiving the feedback. …Read Full Entry

Jeff

Client Satisfaction Surveys: Common Issues of Dissatisfaction and How to Respond

Posted by Jeff on September 9, 2011 to

When you conduct satisfaction surveys with your clients, you may encounter these common issues of dissatisfaction. Here is how you can handle them:

  • A lack of responsiveness. Attorneys are notorious for not returning calls and emails promptly. First, clarify the client’s expectations. Then specify how responsiveness will be improved. …Read Full Entry

Jeff

Client Satisfaction Surveys: Respond to Negative Feedback First

Posted by Jeff on August 31, 2011 to

It is important that you take your client’s preferences and problems seriously. The lawyer must follow up on all survey responses. Legal marketers can maximize follow-up efforts by working with the lawyer to create an action plan.

If the servicing partner personally conducts the survey, negative feedback should be addressed immediately. …Read Full Entry


Jeff

Client Satisfaction Surveys: Interview Tips to Obtain Qualitative Feedback

Posted by Jeff on August 19, 2011 to

A well-executed client satisfaction survey yields qualitative feedback. Candid, detailed responses let you address problems and recognize opportunities to increase profitability. Unfortunately, lawyers are notorious for not responding to their reconnaissance. To help with that situation, here are guidelines to effectively conduct satisfaction survey interviews: …Read Full Entry