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Ramblings 15

Oct21
by seafarer2008 on October 21, 2015 at 10:51 pm
Posted In: 01 Ramblings from Thomas Yoon

Hi, how’s things? 🙂

Seafarers are people who travel the world for free. There was a slogan, “Join the navy and see the world.” Well, if you have quit the sea, you still can see the world for free. Find out more from our article below …

If you are in the corporate world, chances are that you will have to travel on business trips every now and then. Sometimes, it can be quite a hassle, especially when you are not prepared for the unexpected. My next article could be what you are looking for if you do business traveling often.

Talking about business, I am sure you know that customers are the ones who will sustain your business and make you successful. If that is the case, what are you doing to make them happy or to delight them? YOu can get your business back on track by focusing on customer service …

Successful people always think about how to provide people what they want and grow their business. Find out what you are good at by taking an assessment test, and keep smilin’ always 🙂

And best of Luck!

Thomas

└ Tags: business trip, corporate, customer service, navy, seafarers, travel, traveling
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How To Travel The World For Free

Oct21
by seafarer2008 on October 21, 2015 at 10:49 pm
Posted In: 02 Marine Scene

It sounds like a dream doesn’t it? Hopping onto a plane and taking a flight to the destination of your choice. Imagine collecting your flight tickets to New York, London, Goa – or wherever takes your fancy – and not having to pay a cent for them.

For a few people, this dream is actually a reality. How? Simply put they have discovered a little travel secret – namely that a lot of companies will actually pay the travel expenses for you to oversee their package or document from one country to another. Now this may bring to mind images of having to smuggle a microfilm past some dodgy russian customs ala James Bond, but the reality is nowhere near as exciting or dangerous – which is great news for the budget traveller. The even better news is that with a little know how, any adult can act as a courier and score free and deeply discounted flight tickets to the destination of their choice.

It’s completely legal and can save you thousands in saved airfare every year. Courier companies are continually on the lookout for willing travellers to carry their items overseas. There is nothing sinister about it and nothing is hidden from the authorities – the traveller is paid with a deeply discounted (and sometimes free) air ticket. According to a survey by the Air Courier Association the standard saving that travellers get when they act as a courier is 85% on the normal flight price. There isn’t a travel agent in the world that will match such a discount.

So what are your responsibilities as a courier? Well it’s as simple as turning up to the airport on time and meeting the courier companys representative at the destination airport. As soon as you walk through the customs area at your destination, your job is over.

What are the drawbacks of this deeply discounted travel? Well for a start you’re probably only going to be allowed one carry on bag as your luggage – so learning how to travel light & pack efficiently is essential. It’s also important to have some degree of flexibility in terms of when you’re able to fly, though usually you can get many flights comfortably in advance. You also need to be at least 18 and obviously have a valid passport.

Assuming you’re ok with these drawbacks, you can really fly to just about any destination at incredibly low costs. You can learn more about how to be a courier at http://www.global-ebooks.com/TravelFree.htm or if you are looking for more budget travel tips check out http://www.my-online-powerpack.com/traveldiscount.htm

Ready to go? The whole world awaits you!

Discover how to travel at great discounts & even for free at: http://www.global-ebooks.com/TravelFree.htm. For the best travel newsletter in the world today including destination reviews & regular deep discounts send me a mail to tukshad@global-ebooks.com

└ Tags: airfare, courier, destination, discounted, discover, dream, flight tickets, free, legal, travel, travel secret, traveller
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10 Tips for Hassle-Free Business Travel

Oct21
by seafarer2008 on October 21, 2015 at 10:47 pm
Posted In: 03 Job Scene, Studies, Findings

If you’re a road warrior, these travel tips will help reduce the stress of your journeys.

1. Choose your Travel Modality Wisely Planes, trains or automobiles: what’s the choice to be? While air travel is clearly the only way to go for long journeys, shorter trips of a couple of hundred miles might be faster via train, bus or auto. When making your decision, consider time spent traveling to and from airports, plus time spent lining up for check in, security and departure. Also consider the effects inclement weather can have on your travel choice. It’s no fun hearing the announcement that your plane can’t land due to poor visibility and you’ll be returning to your departure airport.

2. Consider Alternative Airports If you’re flying, consider alternative airports that are outside the city you’re going to visit. As a rule, these airports have fewer flights, less overbooking and less delays than their larger counterparts.

3. Obtain an International Drivers License If traveling outside your own country, an international driver’s license will be more readily recognized than your locally issued driver’s license. The cost is not prohibitive and in most regions, the licenses are easily obtained by showing your local driver’s license. Inquire at your local Automobile Association.

4. Get Your Maps Before You Leave Home Travel is less stressful if you know how to get around. Before leaving home, obtain maps of your destination city. One approach is to visit web sites such as City Search (http://www.citysearch.com/) and print out maps. Place your printed maps in plastic folders for protection against the elements. Trying to read a road map while standing on a rainy street corner has its obvious disadvantages.

5. Carry Electronic Documents Rather than Hard Copy Rather than carry heavy stacks of brochures or sales letters, take electronic documents on diskettes and have them printed at a local printing service. Similarly, if you are working a booth in a trade show, it’s a good idea to carry electronic documents in case you run out of the stack you shipped from the office.

6. Find Hotels that Cater to Business Travelers Hotels that cater to business travelers will have Internet capabilities and offer access to business machines such as faxes and photocopiers.

7. Remember Adaptors and Converters If you’re traveling to a foreign country, remember that you might need special voltage adaptors for electricity. You might also need plug adapters to accommodate both electrical plugs and telephone jacks. A good travel store will be able to help you decide what’s needed.

8. Use Calling Cards When you’re staying at a hotel, the phone bill can be a major expense. The cost of calling your family, checking your voice mail and checking your email is best handled by using a telephone calling card or a corporate credit card.

9. Check your Cellular Service Cellular phone companies regularly offer new rates. Check to be sure you’re getting the best deal — some now include long distance charges in the monthly fee. If your business travel will take you to small, out-of-the way towns, your digital phone might not work. You will need an analog or dual digital/anlog phone for such trips.

10. Protect Yourself Against Theft Before leaving home, make copies of your travel documents (passport, airline tickets, travel insurance, credit cards and itinerary).

Take copies with you and leave a copy with a contact at home. Take special precautions for your electronics. See what your local travel store has to offer in terms of protective luggage. You can purchase laptop cases that disguise the fact that they’re used for laptops, or laptop cases that look old and battered. And of course, you already know how fast and savvy a pickpocket can be. Avoid carrying important documents in your purse or hip pocket.

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└ Tags: adaptors, airport, airports, business travel, business traveler, contacts, converters, credit card, departure, documents, flights, flying, gps, hotels, license, maps, mobile, office machines, phone, theft, travel, trips
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Putting the Service Back in Customer Service

Oct21
by seafarer2008 on October 21, 2015 at 10:44 pm
Posted In: 04 Management, Self-Help, Leadership

The future of customer service is here. Technology has made seeking out support faster and easier than ever. But, has your digital age company sacrificed true service in the name of automation?

Today, finding customer support is as simple as writing an e-mail or picking up the phone. But, even though you’re not face-to-face with your customers, you still leave a lasting impression. Do you come across as caring and competent, or menacing and mechanical?

Offering stand-out service on the Internet isn’t as hard as it is rare. Take these simple steps towards old-style service in the digital age:

* Give Each Customer a Personal Response * Be Clear, But Sincere * Offer Live Customer Support * Make Sure Your Support Reps Have All the Answers

GIVE EACH CUSTOMER A PERSONAL RESPONSE

When a customer sits down to e-mail your company, it’s because he needs help. He chooses e-mail because it’s quick, but his request still warrants a satisfying and personal response!

Companies eager to save time and money often take automation too far in their customer support. Each customer has a unique question, and deserves a unique answer. Even if you save time by copying and pasting stock replies, change the opening and closing to make the message sound less robotic.

BE CLEAR, BUT SINCERE

When responding to customers’ e-mail, be sincere and to the point. Before sending a message, try turning the tables. Ask yourself, “Would this answer satisfy *me* if I were the customer?”

Take that extra moment to give your customer the help he deserves. It might mean the difference between a satisfied customer and a credit card chargeback!

OFFER LIVE CUSTOMER SUPPORT

E-mail has become an acceptable form of communication. But, live customer support is still necessary. The plethora of information available online can be overwhelming to customers, especially those new to the Internet!

Single your company out from the crowd by providing customers with a real person to talk to. Live phone support is an invaluable way to foster trust. When your customer has reached the end of his Internet rope, and just needs *help*, your toll free number is the answer he’s looking for.

MAKE SURE YOUR SUPPORT REPS HAVE ALL THE ANSWERS

The presence of phone support will do no good if your staff doesn’t know your product! Customer support reps should be warm and friendly, and willing to help with any aspect of your product.

What a good feeling it is to talk to someone who feels confident in his product. It’s even better if he’s knowledgeable enough to solve your problem without transferring you all around the company!

PROVIDE STAND-OUT SERVICE; GAIN LIFELONG CUSTOMERS

Too many e-businesses skimp on customer service, hiding behind web sites and message boards. Customer support is an integral part of every company, even those operating solely online. Be one of the few to offer stellar service, and gain customers for life!

Customer Service is becoming a lost art, but Sean Cohen wants to make sure that never happens at AWeber Communications! Find out what service is meant to be:
http://www.aweber.com/a/p163/lcs.htm

└ Tags: answer, automation, caring, clear, company, competent, confident, customer service, customer support, digital, good feeling, help, live support, personal response, robotic, satisfied customer, sincere
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Excepts from Classified Sections of City Newspapers

Oct21
by seafarer2008 on October 21, 2015 at 10:39 pm
Posted In: 05 Lighter Side

Actual excerpts from classified sections of city newspapers:

Used Cars: Why go elsewhere to be cheated. Come here first.

Christmas tag-sale. Handmade gifts for the hard-to-find person.

Wanted: Hair cutter. Excellent growth potential.

Wanted. Man to take care of cow that does not smoke or drink.

└ Tags: cheated, christmas, cow, gifts, hair cutter, used cars
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