GET TO KNOW YOUR CUSTOMERS DAY
Fast Facts
- WHEN
- Celebrated on the third Thursday each quarter since 2020
- WHO
- Encourages business owners, big and small, the reach out their customers and show them appreciation
- ORIGIN
- Creator unknown. Celebrated by millions.
GET TO KNOW YOUR CUSTOMERS DAY
Get to Know Your Customers Day reminds businesses to reach out to patrons and get to know them better. The day is observed annually on the third Thursday of each quarter (January, April, July, October).
#GetToKnowYourCustomersDay
When businesses get to know their customers, they also get to know more about what they need to grow. Remember when Main Street businesses were locally owned and operated? The owners knew you by name and knew your shopping habits. Additionally, they typically knew what you wanted to buy. Not surprisingly, they were willing to get it in for you if they didn't have it.
Unfortunately, with the advent of the Internet and big-box stores, much of the personal attention has gone by the wayside. Get to Know Your Customers Day is a day to turn that around. Make it a point to get to know a little more about your customers. Most importantly, make each of them feel like they are your most important customer of the day.
Tips for Knowing Your Customer
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Ask your customers questions. Find out what services and products they need.
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Use social media. Get the word out about your specials and new products. Social media is a great tool to find out what your customers like and don't like about your store. It's important to respond as quickly as possible. When you do, it will be noticed. Remember, fixing a negative customer experience in a positive way can show you stand by your word. In turn, it could transfer into multiple future multiple.
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Follow up on a purchase. Ask your customers how their purchase or service worked for them. Not only will you find out about your product, but you will learn more about your customer and the services they need.
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Network with other businesses. Learning and sharing best practices for getting to know customers from other successful businesses will also grow your business.
HOW TO OBSERVE GET TO KNOW YOUR CUSTOMERS DAY
- Grow your business by taking the time to get to know your customers. In doing so, you'll be planting a seed that will flourish!
- Ask your customers what you're doing right and what they would like to see improved.
- Use #GetToKnowYourCustomersDay to post on social media.
GET TO KNOW YOUR CUSTOMERS DAY HISTORY
We have been unable to find the creator of Get to Know Your Customers Day.
Get to Know Your Customers FAQ
Q. Is this day for online or brick-and-mortar businesses?
A. It's for ALL businesses. Knowing your customers and their needs is important to any kind of business, large and small.
Q. Are there other observances on the calendar dedicated to customers?
A. Yes! March 19th is International Client's Day.