When irate customers sound threatening and overstate their claims, you will have the most success in getting them to accept your explanations if you make your tone match theirs.

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Matching an irate customer's threatening tone can escalate the situation rather than calm it down. It's more effective to maintain a calm, professional demeanor to help de-escalate the situation.

When Irate Customers Sound Threatening and Overstate Their Claims, You