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Customer Service - Do we pass the test?

So, my wife was in a car accident three weeks ago. It was stressful enough, but I was incredibly surprised by the process we went through. I've heard all kinds of horror stories about the process of getting a car fixed and dealing with Insurance companies.

I was surprised at the amount of attention and care that was sent my way by all parties involved. It was pretty incredible to feel that sense of security. It made me feel like the money I had spent on car insurance had been well placed. At this point, I feel like every dollar I've spent with the certain company has been worth it.

It drew my attention to our company, JL Hufford. The past few weeks I have been considering what we do and how we do it. I ask myself questions like, "If I were a JL Hufford customer, would I feel like my money had been placed with the right company?"

I started with evaluating our researching experience, our buying experience, our communication experience, and if need be, our returns experience. I wanted to know what it was like to be a customer who first wanted to research a product, buy a product, and then deal with a un-satisfaction or warranty issue.

I found our ::Articles Section:: a great place to get started. With great information about different coffees, teas, and machines, I felt that as a potential customer, there was plenty of information available to help me make decisions. There are plenty of other articles as well to quench any knowledge you might seek. As a potential customer, I felt that if a company could provide me with enough information to make an informed choice, then surely they knew the industry well enough to service me in a satisfactory way.

I then navigated through the website as if I’d never been there. I set out to buy a machine. I wanted to make those “tasty drinks” that the coffee shops made. After reading the articles about the different types of machines I was able to decide that a Super Automatic was what I would want. I was able to locate the machines and make a decision based on customer reviews provided and the machines that fell into my desired price range.

I felt that as a potential customer, it would be nice to talk to someone. Since I work in the office, I know that we have our 1-877-554-8336 phone number available for all customers during the 9-5 business day EST. This would help answer any further questions I could have or to check on the order once it had been processed.

I thoroughly read our ::Returns Policy:: to make sure that everything was worded in a way that was easy to understand and something I could rely on. Sometimes it’s difficult not to feel insecure about what a company will do once they have your money. Will they let me return it if I don’t like it? Will they help me get a repair if it breaks? These are all things that a potential customer like me would want to know.

The answer I came to was, “yes”. I've seen what others offer and I've also seen what brick and mortar stores offer. The thing I keep finding is the dedication to clear communication, absolute honesty, and a dedication to a customer first attitude.

I am proud to represent a company with such a strong reputation and history of customer service. That’s not where we want to stop though. If there is anything we can do for you as our customer or future customer, let us know.

Call us: 877.554.8336

Email Us: support@jlhufford.com

Happy Brewing

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HeArT dAy!

Every year for Valentine’s Day, my boyfriend does his best to surprise me with something.  Even if I know everything that is planned and he just wants to surprise me with flowers.  Unfortunately I tend to figure things out.  It’s not his fault, but I have a type A personality and will pay attention to any detail that seems out of place.  The poor guy can’t even buy me anything with his credit card because I could see the charge. 

Well this past year, we were saving money to go on a vacation and decided to keep the holiday low key.  I didn’t expect anything from him except that he was making me dinner and I had gotten him a DVD.  On the 13th, I got home from work and was in the middle of emptying the dishwasher before dinner when I noticed this strange green sticklike object sticking out of the top of the garbage disposal.  I immediately thought it was a stem of some sort, but had no idea where it came from.  When questioned, my boyfriend said it was part of an asparagus.  Well that would have made perfect sense if we had eaten asparagus in the last month.  I didn’t want to ruin anything else so I just kept my mouth shut.  I had completely forgotten about the incident by the next morning.  We were on our way out the door when I noticed there were those little Dove caramel filled chocolates on every step going upstairs.  I one by one picked up the chocolates, but there became too many to hold so I just followed them after that.  They led me upstairs to the bedroom where I found a card and…a bouquet of flowers!  I didn’t have the heart to tell him I knew about the flowers because he was so sweet in planning everything.  We always joke that he’ll never be able to buy the ring before he proposes because I’ll know.  I know this all sounds pretty cheesy, but sometimes you  need a little cheese in your life.

Torani Flavored Cream Cheese:  1/4 - 1/3 cup Torani syrup, 8 oz. (1 cup) cream cheese, 1/4 cup chopped nuts or berries, if desired

Instructions:  Let cream cheese soften at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours. Beat with a mixer until smooth. Add Torani and blend well. Blend in nuts or berries, if desired.

*Enjoy with crackers or a tasty bagel and help make someone in your life feel special.

 


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A Lovely Month

February is the month of love.  It’s the red month.  It’s the month where feelings are shared and love is spread.  Well it’s really the month of boxes of chocolates, Valentine’s Day cards, and going out to eat.  I’m sure your honey is thinking about their plans to woo you on the 14th night.  But what about you?  What are your plans?  Even if you’re not with someone, don’t sit at home and wallow in your sorrow!  Get out there and have some fun with your best friends.  Take another single friend out to dinner so you are both entertained for the evening and the night will pass beautifully.  Take your date to a nearby coffee shop, I’m sure they’ll know Torani, and treat them to the best beverage they’ll ever have. 

Use this recipe to make your favorite person’s favorite flavored drink.  They will appreciate your efforts to make the night, and them, feel special.

Torani Brewed Coffee:  1 Tbsp. Torani syrup, 1 cup dark brewed coffee

Instructions:  In a glass or mug, add Torani syrup to strong brewed coffee and stir gently.

Does this next recipe sound familiar?  It should!  It’s practically a Chocolate Turtle!  This one is like handing your special someone a big box of those tasty little nougats.

Torani Caramel Almond Turtle:  1 Tbsp. Torani Caramel syrup, 1 Tbsp. Torani Orgeat (Almond) syrup, 3/4 cup milk, 1/4 cup espresso

Instructions:  In a small saucepan, gently heat milk and Torani syrup together, whisking until frothy. Pour heated flavored milk into a tall glass and add brewed espresso*. Spoon a thin layer of foamed milk over top of beverage.

*If needed, 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee can be substituted for 1/4 cup brewed espresso.


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