Episode 1020 – What’s the Right Salary for a Customer Happiness Manager in Your Cleaning Company?
Introduction
Defining the Role and Compensation:
During the session, Mike Campion delved into the specifics of the Customer Happiness Manager’s role. He emphasized that the base salary for this position should be in the range of $500, considering that the role typically requires around 5-10 hours of work per week.
Mike’s approach to compensation revolved around two key factors: reducing customer turnover and generating positive reviews. Here’s a breakdown of how he suggested structuring the bonus:
- Customer Churn Rate (75% of Bonus): Mike strongly advocated linking a significant portion of the bonus to reducing customer churn. He believed that this is a reliable indicator of a Customer Happiness Manager’s effectiveness. The lower the churn rate, the higher the bonus.
- Positive Reviews (Remaining 25% of Bonus): While not the primary focus, Mike suggested rewarding the Customer Happiness Manager for generating positive reviews. However, this bonus should be based on the reviews they specifically generate and should only apply when trust exists that the reviews are genuine.
Maintaining Clear Outcomes and Core Values:
Throughout the session, Mike emphasized the importance of clear outcomes and core values. He asserted that the success of this role should be evaluated based on concrete metrics like customer churn and specific tasks like scheduling quality checks.
Additionally, he underscored that the core values of the company should align with the actions of the Customer Happiness Manager. This alignment is crucial to ensure that the person hired for this role reflects the company’s ethos.