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Episode 358 - Minisode - The Cost of Not Recovering

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This minisode delves into a scenario where a guest misunderstood the online ticketing process for an attraction. Josh brings up the topic of service recovery, highlighting its importance in hospitality. He recounts a recent workshop where the issue of a guest misunderstanding online ticketing surfaced, sparking a discussion on the perception of service failures.

Josh presents a case where a guest expected VIP treatment upon purchasing tickets online but faced a 20-minute wait upon arrival. He emphasizes how service failures can be self-imposed perceptions rather than actual wrongdoings by the business. Josh proposes considering the cost of not recovering from such situations and explores the potential long-term negative impacts on guest satisfaction and business reputation.

Matt relates the discussion to his personal experience in Iceland, where he encountered similar situations. He stresses the importance of doing the right thing for the guest and highlights the emotional toll of unresolved issues on guest experiences. Matt and Josh discuss the significance of acknowledging guest frustrations and the potential benefits of proactive service recovery efforts.

Josh suggests addressing guest concerns empathetically and considering solutions that align with guest expectations, even if it means deviating from standard procedures occasionally. He emphasizes the value of creating positive experiences that outweigh initial frustrations and leads to guest satisfaction and loyalty.

This minisode advocates for a guest-centric approach to service recovery, emphasizing the long-term benefits of addressing guest concerns and exceeding expectations to foster positive guest experiences and business success.

What do you think? Should you consider recovering from service failures, even when they’re self-imposed? Let us know by commenting on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, or Instagram.

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This minisode delves into a scenario where a guest misunderstood the online ticketing process for an attraction. Josh brings up the topic of service recovery, highlighting its importance in hospitality. He recounts a recent workshop where the issue of a guest misunderstanding online ticketing surfaced, sparking a discussion on the perception of service failures.

Josh presents a case where a guest expected VIP treatment upon purchasing tickets online but faced a 20-minute wait upon arrival. He emphasizes how service failures can be self-imposed perceptions rather than actual wrongdoings by the business. Josh proposes considering the cost of not recovering from such situations and explores the potential long-term negative impacts on guest satisfaction and business reputation.

Matt relates the discussion to his personal experience in Iceland, where he encountered similar situations. He stresses the importance of doing the right thing for the guest and highlights the emotional toll of unresolved issues on guest experiences. Matt and Josh discuss the significance of acknowledging guest frustrations and the potential benefits of proactive service recovery efforts.

Josh suggests addressing guest concerns empathetically and considering solutions that align with guest expectations, even if it means deviating from standard procedures occasionally. He emphasizes the value of creating positive experiences that outweigh initial frustrations and leads to guest satisfaction and loyalty.

This minisode advocates for a guest-centric approach to service recovery, emphasizing the long-term benefits of addressing guest concerns and exceeding expectations to foster positive guest experiences and business success.

What do you think? Should you consider recovering from service failures, even when they’re self-imposed? Let us know by commenting on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, or Instagram.

To connect with AttractionPros:

  continue reading

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