Opinion

October 19, 2021

How startups can set the bar for outstanding customer service

These five measures help you craft a great service experience and stand out from the competition.


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In the early 2000s, PayPal had entered hypergrowth, and the team was overwhelmed by customer inquiries. What did they do? They stopped answering the phone. 

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