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Credibility Quote by David H. Maister

“The best service professionals excel at two things in conveying credibility: anticipating needs, and speaking about needs that are commonly not articulated. For” quote by David H. Maister
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““The best service professionals excel at two things in conveying credibility: anticipating needs, and speaking about needs that are commonly not articulated. For””

David H. Maister

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Source Article: The Professional Service Firm, 1990

Credibility comes from foreseeing unspoken client needs and articulating them clearly.

In simple terms: Know what clients need before they do.

Key Takeaway

Anticipate and articulate hidden needs.

Themes

service excellence communication anticipation credibility

Mood

analytical strategic

Type

business advisory

When to use this quote

  • consulting
  • client meetings
  • product development
  • team briefings

Key Concepts

customer insight strategic listening professionalism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you validate hidden needs?
  • What risks arise from assuming needs?
A Different Perspective

Clients may not always trust unseen insights.

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