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How do I respond to negative reviews when I don't know what to say

May 29, 2026

You see a bad review. You freeze. Don't know what to say. Worried about making it worse. So you say nothing. That's a mistake. Not responding signals you don't care.

What not to say

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What to say instead

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The template that works

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Why responding matters

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When to respond publicly vs privately

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