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Posted by Parthiv Shah on Mar 30, 2019 12:50:17 AM

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Guarantee

Why a Guarantee is in your client’s best interest?

Ever bought a phone or an electronic device without warranty and smacked yourself because the cost it took to repair the equipment, when it broke down, went into thousands of dollars? We often see this happen when more important purchases like expensive gadgets, daily utility items like kitchen tools, handiwork tools, and even cars break down. While it is unthinkable to make expensive purchases like a car or that swanky iPhone without insurance, most often it is the "guarantee" factor that attracts customers while making a purchasing decision, no matter what the price or variety is, of the product/service you sell. In this post, we explore more into why offering a guarantee on your products/services does a ton of good for you and more importantly, your customers.

Marketing teams go to great lengths to work out an aggressive, creative and one-of-a-kind strategy time and again, in hopes of attracting new customers,  increasing sales and building a unique and fantastic brand image. An essential cog in the wheel in this setup could be providing a guarantee on your products/services to your customers. While a large amount of content can be created and curated showcasing why your product/service is the best for your customers, merely offering a guarantee on your product/service adds gravitas to your brand, icing on the cake, if you may - by instantly adding credibility to your brand.

This works because, it subliminally sends out a message that you and your company know exactly what you're doing, is confident about your value, and don't shy away from proclaiming it to the world.  It's a strong message to put out there, along with all the features and benefits that are already being spoken about.

While most products in the market to come with a time-specific guarantee - like a cover for repair work for a year, or free servicing for five years, it is an uncommon practice to place a warranty on a service - something that is underleveraged  by companies offering a service. However, offering customers a guarantee that emphasizes on providing them a great experience, makes all the difference. It helps new customers become comfortable in their buying decision - that their business and money is taken seriously. Including a buyer and seller assurance in your terms and conditions helps not just to make a bold statement, but also assure your customers that they're getting their money's worth.

There are many great examples of companies going all out with their guarantees - all of them listed here offer a lifetime guarantee to their customers - it acts as a win-win for both the customer and the seller. The customer gets immense value out of their purchase which in turn encourages them, automatically, to refer the seller to their family and friends, thereby increasing the seller's sales just through word-of-mouth - which is easily the most effective ways of expanding your customer base, since your new customers trust their friends’ opinions, and it’s free of cost to you! It is a classic example of risk reversal.

Another excellent way to offer a guarantee to ensure maximum satisfaction is to provide multiple warranties on the same product. JanSport is a company that is iconic in making sturdy backpacks that people love going back to, for their incredible quality, durability and their favorite colors. Owning a JanSport was made a "cool" thing very soon after they launched. The reason why customers love going back to their products, is they offer to either repair it, replace the piece or provide a full refund on the customer's purchase if they aren't satisfied. As a result, the company has a niche customer base, despite having competition from several other brands.

While ensuring your brand's messaging is put out there for people to consume, making a guarantee - like a money-back or a lifetime guarantee emphasizes on the quality you as a company would like to offer to your customers, helping them understand the value they would be receiving. It goes a long way in ensuring a loyal customer base and an influx in sales.  Just like that one-year guarantee on your phone gives you a sigh of relief when it breaks accidentally, your guarantee on your product/service would help relieve your customers.
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