Sales & Marketing · Short course
Client Management Strategies for Retention and Growth
It has been estimated that it costs five times as much to get a new customer as it does to retain an existing one. The Internet has provided customers with a plethora of comparison and switch tools that make retaining these…
The programme
Programme overview
It has been estimated that it costs five times as much to get a new customer as it does to retain an existing one. The Internet has provided customers with a plethora of comparison and switch tools that make retaining these important, profitable customers more difficult than ever before.
Clients expect their suppliers to become trusted advisers. This training course shows how putting the client rather than services first can yield improved results in terms of client retention. It stresses the importance of having highly engaged employees and applying best marketing and business development practices in a highly competitive and dynamic marketplace. This Ratomac Client Management Strategies for Retention and Growth training course will also introduce you to our unique ‘Client Management Model’ which has been designed to suit the specific needs of organizations in Africa.
Who should attend
Who is this programme for?
The Client Management Strategies for Retention & Growth training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Any Manager responsible for Client Management and/or Customer Retention
- Project Managers and Engineers
- Anyone working in Customer Service type roles
- Marketing and Sales Staff
- Internal Consultants (Marketing, Finance, IT, HR, Strategy)
- Senior Managers needing to develop their skills in Client Management and Communication
Learning outcomes
What you will learn
At the end of this Client Management Strategies for Retention & Growth training course, you will learn to:
- Describe the Client Management Model
- Discuss the Reasons for Clients Leaving
- Apply Continual Improvement Strategies to Increase Customer Retention
- Differentiate between the Ways to Best Influence Others
- Design a Strategy for Client Retention and Growth
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Detailed programme outline
- The True Cost of Client Churn
- Understanding Client ChurnDefinition and Types of ChurnMeasuring Churn RatesIdentifying Warning Signs of Potential Churn
- Financial ImplicationsCalculating the Cost of Losing a ClientImpact on Revenue and Profit Margins
- Case StudiesReal-life Examples of Churn and Its ImpactLessons Learned from High Churn Industries
- How to Become a Client-Focused Organisation?
- Client-Centric CultureBuilding a Culture of Client FocusEmpowering Employees to Serve Clients Better
- Client Segmentation and PersonalizationIdentifying Key Client SegmentsCustomizing Services and Interactions
- Client Feedback MechanismsCollecting and Analysing Client FeedbackImplementing Feedback for Improvement
- How to Understand and Use the Client Portfolio?
- Client Portfolio AnalysisAssessing the Value of Each ClientRisk and Opportunity Assessment
- Client Relationship Management (CRM) ToolsLeveraging Technology for Client ManagementBest Practices in CRM Implementation
- Strategic Client PlanningDeveloping Client Account PlansAligning Client Needs with Business Goals
- How to Create Genuine, Compelling, and Lasting Value for Clients?
- Value Proposition DevelopmentIdentifying Unique Selling PointsCommunicating Value Effectively
- Client Engagement StrategiesBuilding Trust and Long-Term RelationshipsDelivering Consistent Value
- Innovative SolutionsTailoring Solutions to Client NeedsContinuous Innovation and Adaptation
- The Psychology of Influence and Persuasion and How to be Authoritative
- Principles of InfluenceUnderstanding Social Proof, Reciprocity, and ScarcityApplying These Principles in Client Interactions
- Building AuthorityEstablishing Credibility and ExpertiseUsing Authority to Influence Client Decisions
- Persuasive Communication TechniquesEffective Communication StrategiesOvercoming Resistance and Objections
- World-Class Communication Skills
- Effective Communication TechniquesActive Listening and EmpathyClear and Concise Messaging
- Client Communication ChannelsChoosing the Right Channel for Different MessagesDigital Communication Best Practices
- Handling Difficult ConversationsConflict Resolution and NegotiationMaintaining Professionalism Under Pressure
- Using Social Media to Dialogue with Clients
- Social Media StrategyDeveloping a Comprehensive Social Media PlanIdentifying the Right Platforms for Your Audience
- Engagement and InteractionCreating Engaging ContentResponding to Client Queries and Feedback
- Monitoring and AnalyticsTracking Social Media MetricsUsing Data to Improve Social Media Efforts
- Implementing a Kaizen System for Continuous Improvement
- Kaizen PrinciplesUnderstanding the Philosophy of Continuous ImprovementKey Concepts and Tools of Kaizen
- Implementing Kaizen in Client ManagementIdentifying Areas for ImprovementInvolving Employees in Improvement Initiatives
- Measuring SuccessSetting Benchmarks and KPIsContinuous Monitoring and Adjustment
Learning approach
How you will learn
Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:
– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.
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Dates, duration & arrangements
Contact Ratomac to confirm dates, duration, delivery format, entry requirements and any applicable assessment or certification before booking.
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