Tristan is a receptionist at a car dealership. Right when his lunch break is about to begin, a distressed customer storms in and begins to yell. Though her anger makes much of what she is saying incomprehensible, Tristan gathers that the customer feels cheated by one of the salespeople because the car she bought just two days ago has broken down. What should Tristan do to BEST handle the situation?

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He should write down the details and type up an official complaint against the salesperson responsible for the customer’s distress. He should write down the details and type up an official complaint against the salesperson responsible for the customer’s distress. He should listen carefully and try to help the customer regain her composure. He should listen carefully and try to help the customer regain her composure. He should try to change the customer’s attitude and show her a different perspective. He should try to change the customer’s attitude and show her a different perspective. He should immediately take the customer to the salesperson that made the sale.

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10 days ago

The best option for Tristan to handle the situation is: **He should listen carefully and try to help the customer regain her composure.**

Listening actively and showing empathy can help de-escalate the customer's distress. Once she feels heard, Tristan can gather more details about the issue and then determine the best course of action, such as involving a manager or the salesperson in question. This approach prioritizes customer service and addresses the customer's emotional state effectively.