LA County BBC Customer Service Competency Flashcards
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A customer calls to complain that they have been transferred three times and still have not received help. What is the best response?
Answer: Apologize, take ownership of their issue, and resolve it yourself or connect them directly to someone who can
Taking ownership and preventing further transfers demonstrates commitment to customer satisfaction.
Which behavior best demonstrates active listening during a customer interaction?
Answer: Nodding or providing verbal acknowledgments and summarizing what the customer said
Active listening involves engaging cues and summarizing to confirm understanding.
A customer becomes verbally aggressive and begins using inappropriate language. What should you do first?
Answer: Calmly ask the customer to refrain from using that language so you can continue helping them
Calmly setting boundaries while maintaining helpfulness is the professional first step.
A customer requests a service that is not available in your department. What is the most helpful response?
Answer: Provide them with the correct contact information and, if possible, offer to connect them directly
Directing customers to the right resource and facilitating the connection reflects excellent service.
Which of the following is the most appropriate way to close a customer service interaction?
Answer: Confirm the issue was resolved, ask if there is anything else needed, and thank the customer
A proper closing confirms resolution and leaves the customer with a positive impression.
A walk-in customer arrives five minutes before closing. What should you do?
Answer: Greet them and assess whether their need can be addressed before closing or schedule a follow-up
Assessing the customer's need before turning them away reflects a service-first mindset.
When communicating with a customer who has limited English proficiency, you should:
Answer: Use plain language, avoid jargon, and utilize available language assistance resources
Plain language and proper language access services ensure equitable service for all customers.