I say "no problem" way too much. I work in a hotel, and I know customers hate it when you say that. Does anyone have any suggestions for something else I can say?
2007-10-09 06:29:45 · 19 answers · asked by Sandy Lou 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
It's my pleasure.
I'm glad to help.
Certainly.
You're very welcome.
If I can be of further help, please let me know.
It's what I'm here for.
I'm here to serve you.
With my compliments.
You betcha!
2007-10-09 06:45:07 · answer #1 · answered by lfh1213 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I monitor employees at a large company for a living. Our employees are never permitted to say " No problem." Here's how we address the "no problem" issue when we hear employees saying it.....Of course it's not a problem, it's your job, the minute it becomes a problem, it will no longer your be job....
Replace " No problem" with "You're welcome" If someone thanks you, that is always the appropriate response. If you feel you want to add something to that, you can add, "It's been my pleasure talking with / assisting / seeing you today" or " Is there anything else I can do to help you", " Enjoy your day / evening / stay" or "I look forward to seeing you again."
The key is never to forget "You're welcome" and never replace it with anything else while working. You can add on to it, but never leave it out.
2007-10-09 19:57:33 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're very much welcome
You're welcome
I'm hear to serve
At your service
Let me know if I can do anything else to help
Make a list of about 6 or 7 phrases like this.
Make an effort to say each one several times per day. Track yourself on it. It'll help break up the boredom of your day.
Even try rotating through your list.....
2007-10-09 14:13:14 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No problem... uh... sorry.. try using Absolutely, or yes we/I can do that or yes we/I can take care of that for you. Not all customers hate the "no problem" response when used appropriately by the way.
2007-10-09 15:18:20 · answer #4 · answered by Brewspy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some of your patrons, particularly older ones (think grandma or great-grandma's generations) may view "no problem" as rude. My grandma told me when people say that, she thinks it is a bother for them, but they are just doing their job. Try a simple "you're welcome", or "it's my pleasure", and of course, always with a smile.
2007-10-09 14:22:29 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No worries, mate (Australian accent)
Hakuna matata (no worries, in Swahili)
I'd be happy to do that.
I'll take care of that right away.
My pleasure.
2007-10-09 13:39:01 · answer #6 · answered by teresathegreat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
always a pleasure(english)
mon dai nai(japanese)
mei wenti,bu ke qi,bu yong xie(mandarin)
walang problema(tagalog)
2007-10-09 14:02:04 · answer #7 · answered by koton4 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could try just saying your welcome or its my pleasure. Personally, I don't see whats wrong with "no problem".
2007-10-09 13:43:26 · answer #8 · answered by Schoolgirl504 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just smile and maybe not say anything at all. If someone says thank you to you, just say you're welcome.
2007-10-09 13:38:43 · answer #9 · answered by kiwi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you're welcome!
It's my pleasure or simply my pleasure!
2007-10-09 14:59:31 · answer #10 · answered by redzonecash 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋