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“I can’t get no satisfaction… ’cause I try and I try.” —The Rolling Stones Your customers should never be singing this about your business. One disappointing visit can send them down the street—and that’s not a $60–$100 loss; it’s $4,000–$5,000 over the life of the dog. The Real Secret: Communication Most service failures aren’t about skill—they’re about poor communication. Hearing is passive;&nbs …

The other day my wife sent me on an errand to her salon. When I walked in, I was struck by how polished everything was—the décor, the smells, the staff. The stylists looked like they had stepped out of a fashion magazine: trendy hair, manicured nails, stylish clothes, jewelry. Even though I was out of my element, I quickly realized something: they were marketing themselves. Their business depends on the confidence customers feel the moment they walk in. By showing proof of thei …