ShepHyken

JUNE 6, 2022

It is the client’s well-being that to a large extent determines the satisfaction with the stay at the hotel and the willingness to use its services once again. And it all starts with the first contact when the customer visits the website. Fred Auzenne- 14 Steps to Creating a Customer Loyalty Program That Works by Anna Duke.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Avoid phrases customers hate, such as, “It’s not my department,” or, “That’s our company policy.” I refer to these as loyalty killers. . Train and empower your employees. If you have good people and train them well, let them do their job. Customers love working with empowered employees. . Be customer focused.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 18, 2021

I recently released my 2021 Achieving Customer Amazement research. and asked them numerous questions about topics related to customer service, customer experience, loyalty, reviews, and more. Knowing your customers better than your competition knows them may be the differentiator that earns you their business. .

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Ace Hardware Goes Thanksgrilling in Customer Service Strategy by Judy Mottl. Retail Customer Experience) Ace Hardware is going all out in stores this Thanksgiving to help customers not only find the right grill equipment but also chef tips on making the feast a success. Customers learned new ways of doing business.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Our customer experience research found that 83% of people trust a company or brand more if it delivers good customer service. The benefit of building trust is potential customer loyalty. Your happy customers become the best members of your marketing department. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

And when you can add that you make the customer smarter – and therefore more confident about their buying decisions – you are hitting the trifecta that can increase the odds of repeat business and possible customer loyalty. . Most customers, whether they are conscious of it or not, want to make informed decisions.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 4, 2023

Customers Want to Do Business With Companies and Brands They Trust – This concept has become more important in the past few years. Trust is an emotional connection that drives repeat business and loyalty. Eighty-one percent of consumers we surveyed said a great customer experience increases trust. . Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

JULY 22, 2019

My Comment: Companies are using social media customer care/service to increase loyalty and gain market share. If you’re not already strong in the area of social customer care, this article will help you get started. What a French Creole Cooking Term Can Teach Us About Customer Loyalty by Josh Linkner.

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Social Media Customer Service Trends Tips 117

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 28, 2019

How To Build A Customer Service Strategy And Drive Repeat Business by Krishna Charan. Freshdesk) Building an airtight customer service strategy is the best way to weather the demands of today’s savvy customers. Bring Customer Loyalty Under the Customer Experience Umbrella by Phil Britt.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Deliver an experience your competitors don’t, and watch how many of your customers say, “I’ll be back!” Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling business author. Get more information on The Customer Focus ™ customer service training programs.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 21, 2020

How to Provide the Best Possible Customer Experience? GISuser) If you don’t have a well-planned customer service strategy, you are highly likely to lose business. According to Channels, after just one negative experience, 51% of customers will never do business with that company again. by GISuser. Here’s Why.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Unfortunately, I don’t have the perfect answer, but I do have an idea to avoid a big part of the problem, which is how the customer experience is being impacted. . I’m seeing that customer loyalty is up for grabs. In our research, we see customers demanding a great experience in exchange for their repeat business.

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Integrity Solutions

OCTOBER 27, 2021

In fact, exceptional customer service is more than a functional role; it’s a purpose, rooted in a culture and an understanding of what it means to be truly customer-focused. Just as significant, 96% of customers say customer service is important in their choice of loyalty to a brand.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 28, 2021

It’s important to have conversations like these to keep service and experience front of mind. 10 Ways to Gain the Loyalty of Return Visitors by Lauren Voges. It’s obvious the author recognizes there is a difference between repeat customers (She refers to them as return visitors.) and loyalty. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Without the ability to take payment, they could close the bakery, or they could trust that their customers to pay later. It’s obvious, the team at the bakery took the customer-focused approach. . On occasion, a customer would leave their wallet or purse at home. The post How Much Do You Trust Your Customers?

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B2B Customer Service Training Customers Retail 138

ShepHyken

MAY 9, 2022

I like how this article makes us consider what will make the most positive impact on our customers. Three Stats That Will Change the Way You Think About Customer Loyalty Stats by Wise Marketer Staff. Are your customers coming back out of true loyalty, habit, or some other reason? Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 13, 2018

Are You Making This Critical Connection With Your Customers to Strengthen Relationships and Drive Loyalty? Business2Community) Customer Success is typically defined as, “ensuring customers achieve their desired outcomes while using your product or service.” Consider two types of loyalty; behavioral and attitudinal.

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ShepHyken

MAY 18, 2020

Customer Loyalty Is Flat. What Should Your CX Strategy Look Like Now? CMSWire) A fair portion of customer loyalty may have been flattened over this 90-day period of the pandemic for businesses that haven’t been able to function as usual, and that includes a large portion of the business world.

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Customer Service Customer Retention Loyalty Strategy 93

ShepHyken

APRIL 18, 2023

Even if you’re selling a big machine to a factory, there are still expectations that are shaped by retail experiences with customer-focused companies like Amazon. Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, award-winning keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling author.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

But, how do you think a customer, such as myself, feels when we see the deal, then calls the company to ask for the same deal, and is told that it’s just for new customers? Isn’t my loyalty worth something? For information on The Customer Focus customer service training programs, go t o www.thecustomerfocus.com.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 24, 2022

Create an experience that builds confidence and trust, and you’ll build a relationship that gets your customers to say, I’ll be back. . Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 20, 2022

It’s the line that will turn your angry customers into loyal customers who say, “I’ll be back!” . Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author. For information on The Customer Focus customer service training programs, go to www.thecustomerfocus.com.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 5, 2018

What’s the Difference Between Customer Satisfaction and Customer Loyalty? HubSpot) Customer satisfaction is a measurement of a customer’s attitude toward a product, a service, or a brand. It’s usually measured by a customer satisfaction survey on a numerical scale. by Jimmy Rodriguez.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

A summary of the seven principles that will help your organization become even more customer-focused. And, have your customers saying, “I’ll be back!” . Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 16, 2022

So, manage for the reaction – not the opposite reaction – that you want to happen, which is to get the customer to say, “ I’ll be back.” . Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken. Copyright © MMXXI, Shep Hyken).

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

My Comment: This is a very interesting way of looking at customer loyalty. It appears the biggest issue preventing loyalty is consistency – actually a lack of consistency. A lack of consistency will create a lack of confidence, which leads to a lack of trust, which erodes the possibility for loyalty.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 17, 2020

Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling business author. For information on The Customer Focus™ customer service training programs, go to www.thecustomerfocus.com. For information, contact 314-692-2200 or www.hyken.com. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 15, 2018

And, if the ideas are coming from the customers giving you high ratings, then the suggestions are giving you the opportunity to improve on greatness. Let’s assume you are customer focused and your organization is providing a level of customer service that earns consistent high scores. Where can you go from here?

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

The “20th Annual Mystery Shopping Study” recognizes seven retailers who excel in customer service. My Comment: It doesn’t matter what type of business you have, there are plenty of lessons you can learn from the top customer focused retailers. Customers want it and are expecting it.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 23, 2017

Personal touch for customer service drives retention, loyalty by Helen Leggatt. BizReport) Despite more service providers moving towards digital interaction, a more personal touch in customer service helps drive loyalty and retention, according to a global study from Verint Systems.

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Self Service Social Media Customer Service Fashion 48

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 6, 2021

My Comment: Some may refer to this as a marketing article, but I’ll argue that marketing is part of the customer experience – and vice versa. Consider that the first strategy is about content marketing, which when done well, is a wonderful customer experience. And, there’s the strategy of customer loyalty programs.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 1, 2020

These days, there are three things I focus on when it comes to customer service. My Comment: We start this week’s roundup with a very short article (two-minute read) about three simple ideas to increase loyalty; keep customers informed, no surprises and good follow-up. Sounds like common sense, doesn’t it?

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 9, 2017

The best companies know what data helps them get the answers and info they need to help their customers. Building Long Term Customer Loyalty in Disposable Times by Deborah Shane. My Comment: Loyalty is about long term relationships. It starts with getting the customer to come back next time.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 20, 2018

(Forbes) Businesses must now understand customer expectations as they continue to rise as a function of customer relationships with technology. And, brands must also rethink innovation and service to deliver faster, easier and better customer experiences (CX) to drive business growth and loyalty.

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Customer Service B2B B2C Innovation 69

ShepHyken

AUGUST 1, 2016

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. 12 Unique Ways to Build Brand Loyalty Through Social Media by YEC. Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, professional speaker and New York Times bestselling business author. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 12, 2016

And the answers about how Zappos is using – or not using – some of the hot technology (such as chatbots) in the customer service industry is fascinating. Social media ROI, loyalty and the customer experience by Chris Teso. For information contact or www.hyken.com. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 7, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How to Build Customer Loyalty by Sharing the Inflation Burden by Joel Comm. Here are a few ways you can take a page from their playbook to build more customer loyalty. It endears them to us.

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