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SERVICE EXCELLENCE
The Office of Human Resources has designed a Service Excellence Program which has been very well received. The workshop focuses on the three main topics:

1)     An introduction to new SHU Service Excellence Standards:

a.      PROFESSIONAL COURTESY
·          Provide a memorable positive experience
·          Show respect for all internal & external constituents
·          Be empathetic listeners
·          Be friendly and polite in every situation
·          Treat each individual as a person, never a number
·          Respond to each inquiry in a timely manner
·          Be an advocate for the customer
·          Exhibit a professional sense of pride for the University Community

b.      OPERATIONALLY EFFICIENT
·          Provide a safe and inviting environment to all
·          Encourage employee empowerment at all levels
·          Expect all to take responsibility and be accountable for their actions
·          Reduce and eliminate bureaucracies
·          Bring projects to timely resolution and communicate results
·          Provide proper training and tools for all employees
·          Make efficient use of systems, working conditions and equipment
·          Assure appropriate workloads to achieve the best productivity

c.      KNOWLEDGEABLE
·          Provide correct information to internal & external customers
·          Know with confidence the responsibility and expertise of each area
·          Share general information about the University freely
·          Understand the Mission and advocate its values
·          Maintain confidentiality

d.      EDUCATIONAL
·          Provide education for students and when appropriate for their parents
·          Foster holistic learning:  in and out of the classroom
·          Promote life-long learning in both skills and knowledge

2)     A motivational component designed to help employees recognize the importance of enjoying their work and the impact their behavior has on customers.

3)     A skill-based training designed to assist employees with enhancing their interpersonal, listening and problem solving skills.

Programs will now be scheduled at intervals to continue with plans for University-wide training.

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