tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6220049951646758125.post810112388729035172..comments2024-03-18T22:51:22.201-04:00Comments on MoneySavingMethods.com: From Rags to RichesCarrie @ Moneysavingmethods.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03180111156666321863noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6220049951646758125.post-61040519157278701082008-08-15T07:11:00.000-04:002008-08-15T07:11:00.000-04:00Last week my husband and I were on vacation and we...Last week my husband and I were on vacation and we had dinner at Red Lobster. It was yummy food and I had a coupon! Unfortuately it seemed like the server was in a hurry to turn the table and she cleared my DH's plate before I was finished with my entree, and she tried to push dessert on us while I was still eating my entree. She really blew a good tip because I felt so rushed. When we got back home, I sent off an email to RedLobster telling them of our experience. I was nice and told them that the food was good, and the server was friendly, but they really have to be careful about rushing people to turn tables. I didn't ask them for anything.<BR/> <BR/>They emailed me the next day to tell me they got my email and that they would be sending a letter by regular mail. Lo and behold, just a week after the incident, I got a letter of apology from them and $20 in gift certificates. WOW! This was amazing customer service and I get a free lunch! Aren't you proud of me?! :-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6220049951646758125.post-48880728875116084722008-08-06T10:42:00.000-04:002008-08-06T10:42:00.000-04:00I have had similar experiences with yogurt and bab...I have had similar experiences with yogurt and baby food. <BR/><BR/>My son ate some Stage 2 chicken and threw up later that night. I thought the chicken smelled sort of funny (not bad, otherwise I would not have given it to him) but stage 2 meats all sort of smell funny. Anyway, I called the manf just to let them know and see if they had any other reports of illness. They didn't but were grateful for the info and sent me a bunch of coupons for free jars! <BR/><BR/>Once I emailed a yogurt company about the lack of variety of flavors in their variety pack. All the variety packs seemed to have strawberry which I can't eat. They sent me a bunch of coupons for free or $$ off variety packs (which sort of defeated the purpose) but still it was a nice gesture.Lorihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07423829624321507584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6220049951646758125.post-51939185928743663382008-08-05T20:46:00.000-04:002008-08-05T20:46:00.000-04:00I recently wrote to Hoggy's in Crestview Hills bec...I recently wrote to Hoggy's in Crestview Hills because the waiter gave me conflicting information about a menu item (first he said a certain extra was free, then he ended up charging me for it). I just wanted clarification on it. They sent me an email and said to print it out and bring it for $20 off my next meal! Oh my!<BR/>When I write a complaint letter I almost always try to have a compliment as well about the experience, (if there was something good about it). This way you can cushion your complaint a little and help the restaurant or store know what they were doing RIGHT as well. <BR/>Good topic!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6220049951646758125.post-35394967598272307362008-08-05T19:18:00.000-04:002008-08-05T19:18:00.000-04:00I have gotten a stack of coupons once, but haven't...I have gotten a stack of coupons once, but haven't gotten as much back for that, but I send them anyway.<BR/><BR/>My favorite letters to write are about servers at restaurants ( since I am in direct contact with an actual person that is doing a great job ).<BR/><BR/>We have this restaurant down here called Dewey's Pizza, and our server was excellent...great with our kids, even though it was busy.<BR/><BR/>I sent a letter in and never heard back. But, I have to believe they gave him the glowing report. At least, I hope.<BR/><BR/>I also have a general letter I have on hand for "good" comments to stores/establishments. If anyone wants a copy...I can send it out. <BR/><BR/>It is SOO much easier to actually take the time to send letters such as this when you don't have to type much out...just duplicate and add a minimal story of what happened.<BR/><BR/>That way, I don't have to retype it every time, and I just change the middle paragraph to tell who or what was good about the service.<BR/><BR/>Have you had luck getting "stuff" when you send compliments in? <BR/><BR/>This might be a great money maker/saver post if others are having luck!Carrie @ Moneysavingmethods.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03180111156666321863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6220049951646758125.post-91407937955854569752008-08-05T18:59:00.000-04:002008-08-05T18:59:00.000-04:00Have you had any luck getting free coupons when yo...Have you had any luck getting free coupons when you write to sponsors to tell them how great their product is? Occasionally they will send freebie coupons in response to your letter. I'm a firm believer in writing about GOOD stuff if you're going to complain about the bad stuff too. It's freebie karma!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com