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Discussion Overview

This thread discusses experiences and opinions related to calling the Solution Center, particularly regarding wait times and the call back option. Participants share their personal experiences with hold times and the effectiveness of staying on hold versus opting for a call back.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions that they waited on hold for about 10 minutes despite being told the wait time was an hour.
  • Another participant shares their experience of missing call back attempts and facing a wait time of 57 minutes.
  • One participant reports a significantly longer wait time of 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours when calling for a host's missing item.
  • Another participant emphasizes the benefits of staying on hold, noting they received over $200 in outlet orders during a 20-minute wait.
  • One participant expresses impatience and a concern about using cell phone minutes for the call.
  • Another participant shares a positive experience after holding for 30 minutes, highlighting good customer service.
  • One participant notes the potential issue of longer wait times if many people choose to stay on hold instead of opting for call backs.
  • Another participant describes their experience of waiting for 35 minutes without a call back option, while still managing to prepare gifts during the wait.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the effectiveness of staying on hold versus opting for a call back, with some participants advocating for holding while others express frustration with long wait times.

Contextual Notes

Participants share varied experiences based on their individual calls, highlighting the unpredictability of wait times and the personal nature of their situations.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants who frequently contact the Solution Center may find these shared experiences relevant when considering their own calling strategies.

DebbieJ
DebbieJ
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...try waiting on hold.

When I called this afternoon, the recording said the wait time was about an hour. I waited on hold instead of getting the call back and someone picked up only 10 mins later.

Just an FYI.
 
Thanks Deb! Good to know!
 
Oooh dang, I should have tried that! I did the call back thing, then missed the two calls (do they do 2 or 3 tries?). So I tried again and now they're supposed to cal back...wait time this time was 57 minutes:mad: . I'd better get my list ready! I also need to replace my Santoku knife. :cry: The very tip tip is broken off.
 
I just called because a host was missing the ONE item she needs on the 24th for a Christmas present. The wait was 1 hr 45 min to 2 hrs. I took the call back option and I hope they call back soon!
 
Definitely stay on hold. The other day I was told the call back was 2 hours and 38 minutes to 3 hours and some odd minutes. I held for 20 minutes. During that time I sent an "outlet" reminder to my contacts and have gotten over $200 in outlet orders since then. It was worth the wait, and I wasn't stickin' around for 2 1/2 hours!
 
I wish I could wait on hold, I'm such an impatient person! Plus I have to call using my cell phone and I'm not risking my day time minutes.
 
On Hold NowI'm on hold now - been there for just under 10 minutes. No option for call back or any indication of what the wait time will be.
 
That should be good - usually when there's no option it's not too long.
 
Wait time not too bad . . .Held for 30 minutes and spoke with a very nice lady. Everything taken care of easily. We do have great customer service!
 
Only problem is if we all start holding and not opting for the call back the wait will get longer:)!
 
I just got my call back, about 2 hours since I first called. They are 2 day airing the items my host needs by Christmas. She was missing an item and the trifle bowl arrived broken. I made her guarantee my host would get them!
 
dianevill said:
That should be good - usually when there's no option it's not too long.
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This is what I thought too, but unfortunately it's not true tonight!! I'm on hold now and got no option of a call back....but I've been on holding for 35 minutes!!:cry: :cry:

At least I"m able to put teachers' gifts together as I listen to the Christmas music!!
 

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