Experience Investigators by 360Connext

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

When working to grow their business and revenue, companies often focus most (if not all) of their resources on attracting new customers. If a customer tries a new brand that fails to deliver on their needs—especially during the earliest interactions—they have little reason to support it. Customers expect (and deserve!)

Customer Retention 271

Customer Retention Loyalty Loyalty Programs Social Media 271

InMoment XI

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

What’s more, they expect brands to adapt to as their needs and expectations inevitably evolve. Research from Salesforce found that 61% of customers say most companies treat them as a number. Chatbots can be an effective tool for enrolling guests in loyalty programs, increasing the chances of repeat business.

Hotels 260

Hotels Guest Experience Travel Chatbots 260

ShepHyken

MAY 13, 2024

Magazine) With the advent of the internet, social media, and instant communication via texting, customer expectations for service, as part of their entire customer experience, have changed. Something has to change, and the author has given companies and brands some ideas to think about. When he talks or writes, I listen.

Customer Service 73

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Customer Retention Metrics 73

Lumoa

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

According to research, 95% of consumers believe customer experience is the key to brand loyalty. The customer experience (CX) is a customer’s impression of an organization or brand based on their interactions with you. Customer experience can make or break relationships between companies and customers.

Retail 236

Retail Net Promoter Score Strategy Customer Experience 236

Comm100

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

Customer loyalty is having customers who are committed your company and your products , not just a price point that a competitor can easily emulate. But customer loyalty goes two ways, and first you have to prove your loyalty before expecting to receive any in return. A solid customer loyalty program.

Loyalty Programs 100

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Rewards Programs Airlines 100

SurveySensum

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

I started by reading reviews, seeking advice from friends, and checking social media. In such a situation, you might have opted for a different brand, potentially missing out on a fantastic product and exceptional customer service, right? This is where brand advocacy comes into play. What is Brand Advocacy?

NPS 52

NPS Brands Social Media Net Promoter Score 52

Michelli Experience

MARCH 2, 2016

Recently Starbucks announced a change in their highly regarded loyalty program and I heard both praise and deep criticism. Sadly, I felt very old because in 2004 the mere mention of a loyalty program at Starbucks was not well-received. That goes for both good and bad news!

Loyalty Programs 100

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Rewards Programs How To 100

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 9, 2022

This week, we feature an article by Nick Bandy, Chief Marketing Officer at LiveVox , an omnichannel platform that helps brands seamlessly communicate with their customers. He shares how you can align your customer’s journey with their brand expectations. The customer journey is essential to any company’s success.

Customer Journeys 124

Customer Journeys Brands Sales Contact Center 124

ShepHyken

MARCH 31, 2018

Earlier this month I attended Social Media Marketing World , the largest conference on social media marketing in the world. Over the last few years, customer service has shifted from traditional phone support toward social media channels like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and others. Social Proof.

Social Media 87

Social Media Self Service Customer Service Marketing 87

Beyond Philosophy

JUNE 11, 2015

Without fear of (much) argument, it’s a fair statement that all companies want, and try to generate and achieve, optimum loyalty from their customer base. Some companies reach this goal through superior value delivery, built on quality products and services and positive, consistent customer experiences. What’s behind it?

Loyalty Programs 60

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Airlines Retail 60

BirdEye

APRIL 28, 2023

Social media marketing Consumers generally prefer to choose brands they trust and can obtain reliable information about online. And they are increasingly using social media to get that information. In fact, 75% of online users take to social media to research a brand or product.

Insurance 98

Insurance Strategy Marketing Social Media 98

CX Journey

OCTOBER 24, 2018

Out of the companies working actively to improve customer experience, about 84 percent saw an increase in revenue. Show That You Care Seventy-nine percent of people want to know that a brand cares before they buy something. Interact with Your Customers Most people are on at least one social media platform.

Omni-Channel 237

Omni-Channel Customer Experience Social Media How To 237

Retently

APRIL 5, 2024

Understanding Retail Customer Experience Customer experience in retail refers to the perception and sentiment of shoppers toward a brand throughout their journey – from the first point of contact to post-purchase interactions. However, with technological advancements, now most companies operate in both spaces: in-store and online.

Retail 78

Retail Engagement Strategy Customer Experience 78

BirdEye

JULY 5, 2023

Relationship marketing is the strategy of cultivating meaningful relationships with customers to ensure long-term satisfaction and brand loyalty. Relationship marketing focuses on growing a business by building brand loyalty, improving customer retention, and, ultimately, increasing customer referrals.

Examples 98

Examples Strategy Marketing Social Media 98

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

A gentleman who travels extensively and is a top-tier member of a hotel loyalty program was telling me he just wished they’d ask him a few questions. When conducting a recent touchpoint inventory workshop, the client was surprised when I pressed for what their brand promise really was. A great experience, but for whom?

Brands 259

Brands Hotels Consulting Loyalty Programs 259

Retently

JUNE 28, 2022

It’s a valuable metric – for most companies and it’s the most valuable metric available for measuring customer loyalty and satisfaction. Ask customers to spread their love on social media. Give them direct links and ask to share their satisfaction on social media. Great feedback?

NPS 148

NPS Net Promoter Score Feedback Case Study 148

Currency Alliance

MAY 9, 2017

For many years companies have given rewards to customers in exchange for increased share of wallet and information that enables marketing activities. But getting real value from loyalty programs has become harder and harder. The old business model might have worked when only a few very large brands had loyalty programs.

Loyalty Programs 40

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Social Media Consumers 40

CX University

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

Marketing teams use it to get to know their customers, to personalise their brand reach and encourage brand loyalty. Ask five different people what customer experience means to their brand and you would probably get twice as many correct, but different answers. This list goes on. The truth must be told.

Net Promoter Score 98

Net Promoter Score Brands Effort Score Loyalty Programs 98

Comm100

JANUARY 21, 2020

Whether you’re new to digital omnichannel or your company is already deep into digital transformation for customer service, it’s always important to check the health of your digital customer journey. Here are four elements to consider, plus some customer service best-practices to make the most of them: Social media vs. SEO reach.

Customer Journeys 209

Customer Journeys Social Media B2C Omni-Channel 209

Currency Alliance

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

For many years companies have given rewards to customers in exchange for increased share of wallet and information that enables marketing activities. But getting real value from loyalty programs has become harder and harder. The old business model might have worked when only a few very large brands had loyalty programs.

Loyalty Programs 40

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Social Media Consumers 40

Beyond Philosophy

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Take a moment to consider to whom in your life you feel loyalty. Surprisingly, it’s these same emotions that you have with brands to whom you feel loyalty. Most organizations don’t have a way of measuring loyalty, but they do have a way of measuring repeat business. Usually, people will say family and friends.

Loyalty 88

Loyalty Rewards Programs Loyalty Programs Airlines 88

SurveySensum

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Suddenly, you come across a post of your favorite shoe brand, but the comments are full of bad reviews. You see, around 54% of people like you check out a brand or product on social media. This timely action can prevent potential grievances from spreading like wildfire across social media platforms.

Social Media 52

Social Media Strategy How To Loyalty Programs 52

ProProfs Chat

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Efforts to retain customers, help you formulate effective loyalty programs that your customers enjoy being a part of. Let’s take a look at customer loyalty statistics and observe the various ways that help a business improve and boost customer loyalty. Benefits of Improving Customer Loyalty.

Loyalty 109

Loyalty Loyalty Programs Social Media Retail 109

Michelli Experience

MARCH 11, 2016

Media-centric advertisements, immersive SMS and dynamic social media environments are to be expected. Companies are urged to adopt mobile strategies, and for many reasons. Modern shoppers are fully engaged with their devices, and they’re preferring brand providers capable of offering text-heavy engagement platforms.

Technology 100

Technology Company Marketing Loyalty Programs 100

SurveySensum

AUGUST 1, 2023

Understanding what loyalty really means and how it impacts a brand’s growth is absolutely crucial in coming up with killer strategies. Loyal customers not only make frequent purchases, but they also tend to spend more, ultimately boosting a brand’s revenue and profitability. Let’s find out!

Retail 52

Retail Loyalty Connections Loyalty Programs 52

GetFeedback

MAY 5, 2019

You want to treat yourself by buying the latest model of a super popular brand. And allowing your business to not address customers’ after-sale needs, you’re ruining the future of your brand. To make sure your first-time buyers will remain loyal to your brand, you should think beyond just selling a product. And that’s not all.

Sales 277

Sales Loyalty Programs Social Media Policies 277

SurveySensum

JULY 26, 2023

It is far more expensive to acquire new customers than to retain existing ones and brands understand that. Recognizing this, many brands have shifted their focus toward customer retention strategies. These programs will help you foster a long-lasting and meaningful relationship with your customers.

Customer Retention 52

Customer Retention Retail Strategy Social Media 52

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

They quickly switch from one brand to another if these needs aren’t met. For some small brands, a viral moment can be game-changing for putting their brand on the map, and for larger retailers, it can draw attention to a new product line to significantly boost sales. How to Make Loyalty a New Business Line for your Brand?

Customer Service 81

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Retail Loyalty 81

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

DECEMBER 15, 2014

This often means creating special loyalty programs , elite experiences, and special perks to maintain the top 1% of customers. Airlines have recently taken to creating secret, invitation-only loyalty programs for their most valued customers. A few of my favorite examples of how brands are getting it right: 1.

Loyalty Programs 268

Loyalty Programs Airlines Social Media Loyalty 268

Second to None

MARCH 22, 2019

Companies often assume that Millennials and Gen Zers are similar enough to apply the same engagement tactics across both groups. 1] That being said, you must allocate efforts towards creating a positive reputation of your brand online. Influence is a major factor for Gen Z when it comes to making a purchase and connecting with a brand.

Connections 75

Connections Brands Social Media Loyalty Programs 75

TechSee

MAY 19, 2021

Companies have invested in their customer service function to differentiate and personalize their brand and improve overall operational efficiency. In today’s digital age, companies can get a comprehensive or 360? view of customers by accumulating data from the various touchpoints that a customer may use to contact a company.

Technology 159

Technology Self Service Customer Service Competitive Advantage 159

Doing CX Right

AUGUST 23, 2020

ShoppingGives asked 21 Customer Experience experts about proven ways to create brand loyalty, especially during an increasingly competitive eCommerce space. Experts agree that it can be challenging to engage your customers with your brand. It is even harder to build consistent loyalty throughout your customer base.

Loyalty 52

Loyalty Brands Social Media Competitive Advantage 52

CSM Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2021

To do so, cultivate excellent brand loyalty that will post great reviews of you, your product, and your service. What Is Brand Loyalty? Brand loyalty is best defined as your customers’ tendency to make multiple purchases of your goods and services over competitors. Tips To Cultivate Brand Loyalty.

Loyalty 52

Loyalty Brands Rewards Programs Social Media 52

Qualtrics

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Get started today with our simple guide to measuring brand equity What is brand equity and why does it matter? The concept of brand equity takes advantage of this customer behavioral tendency to maximize profitable sales over time. This creates: A marketplace that favors the company with the strongest brand equity.

Measurement 59

Measurement Brands Net Promoter Score Social Media 59

SmartMessage Blog

JULY 20, 2023

Every brand dreams of loyal customers. Building customer loyalty is essential for growth. Companies build strategies and heavily invest to maintain a solid customer base in today’s fiercely competitive business world. Keeping customers loyal is critical for financial success and a reliable brand image.

Loyalty 52

Loyalty Management Loyalty Programs Competitive Advantage 52

Second to None

MARCH 22, 2019

Companies often assume that Millennials and Gen Zers are similar enough to apply the same engagement tactics across both groups. 1] That being said, you must allocate efforts towards creating a positive reputation of your brand online. Influence is a major factor for Gen Z when it comes to making a purchase and connecting with a brand.

Connections 63

Connections Brands Social Media Voice of Customer 63

Comm100

OCTOBER 8, 2016

Your customer retention is super important to your bottom line—after all, customer loyalty is well-known for being more valuable than customer acquisition. But 68% of consumers will not go back to a provider once they’ve left, and 80% of them believe the company could have done more to retain their business in the first place.

Customer Retention 151

Customer Retention Loyalty Strategy Loyalty Programs 151