ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. My Comment: If a post goes “viral” and brings a lot of attention to a company or brand, there is an opportunity for customer acquisition. Here are my top five picks from last week. The future is happening today!)

Customer Service 80

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Retail Loyalty 80

CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Sixty percent of customer service managers say it’s going to be “the toughest winter yet” as they worry about losing customers in the run up to the holidays. Customer confidence is crumbling in the current environment . This was closely followed by staff shortages and falling sales.

Tips 93

Tips Customer Service Management Comparison 93

CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Providing excellent customer service is key to the success of your call center, and having sound strategies in place can help make that happen. Follow these helpful tips to ensure a smooth running call center environment in 2023.

Call Center 52

Call Center Tips Contact Center Policies 52

ShepHyken

MAY 28, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Cramer sat down with Apple’s SVP of services Eddy Cue earlier Tuesday at the inaugural CNCB CEO Summit in Santa Barbara. Here are my top five picks from last week. I refer to this as a hospitality mentality.

Customer Service 65

Customer Service Hospitality Customer Centricity B2C 65

ShepHyken

JULY 31, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. The author, Simeon Atkins, has a podcast, The Business of Customer Love , and he’s sharing the top seven lessons he learned from his guests. Here are my top five picks from last week. That’s a great start.

Customer Service 62

Customer Service Chatbots Customer Centricity Loyalty 62

ShepHyken

JANUARY 2, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Loyalty Is Your Holy Grail for Success. Entrepreneur) Customer loyalty is an essential source of revenue for any business. Entrepreneur) Customer loyalty is an essential source of revenue for any business.

Customer Service 65

Customer Service Loyalty Programs e-support Loyalty 65

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Plus, we gathered two examples from brands that are creating stellar customer experiences at scale. Dave Salisbury (Call Centre Helper) Here are 17 top tips for managing big changes well in the contact center.

Customer Service 65

Customer Service Contact Center Average Handle Time Customer Service Strategies 65

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Constructing Care: How Your Customers Know They Matter by Chip Bell (Forbes) It sounds like a broken record. When customers know you care, you create an emotional connection that fosters trust and loyalty.

Customer Service 64

Customer Service Contact Center Loyalty Tips 64

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. My Comment: The “mental load” referred to in this article is about frustration, anxiety, and fatigue over a customer service/support experience. There are plenty of examples and tips to get you thinking.

Self Service 67

Self Service Customer Service Contact Center Loyalty 67

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Elevating Customer Experience: Embracing Hospitality as the Foundation by Charles Ryan Minton (Newsweek) When it comes to providing exceptional customer experiences, few industries excel quite like the hotel business.

Customer Service 67

Customer Service Hospitality Hotels Customer Retention 67

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. My Comment: When our clients are interested in our customer service training for their “new” customer service/CX initiative, they are excited and ready to start. Here are my top five picks from last week.

Customer Service 60

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Loyalty Customer Service Training 60

Helen Dewdney

JANUARY 23, 2023

The Institute of Customer Service January 2023 figures The Institute of Customer Service (ICS) has today released its latest UK Customer Satisfaction Index (UKCSI) figures, based on the organisation’s own research. The UKCSI shows that overall UK customer satisfaction fell by 0.7 out of 100).

Customer Service 70

Customer Service Consumers Customer Satisfaction Tips 70

Lithium

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

A Cautionary Tale: The time TikTok users shut down a billion-dollar company’s page - When it comes to crafting TikTok content, there are a lot of tips and tricks floating around the marketing industry. If you are a customer and unable to access anything, click the chat bubble (bottom right), and type Customer Access.

Self Service 52

Self Service Social Media Hospitality Omni-Channel 52

ShepHyken

JUNE 11, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. B2B Customer Experience Examples: Think Like A B2C by Dan Gingiss (Dan Gingiss) While B2B businesses are technically providing products and services to companies, they are selling to individual buyers who are consumers.

Customer Service 62

Customer Service B2B B2C Retail 62

ShepHyken

MAY 15, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 4 Ways to Create the Authentic Relationships Customers Crave by Ed Hallen (Fast Company) In a world of infinite choices, customers remember brands that provide genuine, trustworthy, and authentic experiences.

Net Promoter Score 65

Net Promoter Score Self Service Customer Service NPS 65

Eptica

JANUARY 13, 2023

Date: Friday, January 13, 2023 Author: Pauline Ashenden - Demand Generation Manager Understanding the options for call recording in Microsoft Teams Published on: January 13, 2023 Author: Pauline Ashenden - Demand Generation Manager Recording calls and other customer service interactions is key for compliance, quality control and improving the overall (..)

Call Recording 105

Call Recording Tips Interaction System 105

BirdEye

JULY 24, 2023

Common challenges and solutions when doing customer feedback analysis Dos and don’ts of customer feedback analysis Use of AI in customer feedback analysis Best customer feedback analysis tools in 2023 FAQs on customer feedback analysis Improve your performance with Birdeye Insights What is customer feedback analysis?

Analysis 98

Analysis Feedback Social Media Net Promoter Score 98

InMoment XI

APRIL 25, 2024

Softwares such as these can reduce the hassle of manually managing listings and reputation management for financial services organizations. Reputation Management Tips for Businesses in Financial Services Financial services reputation management can look different for organizations depending on which corner of the industry you operate in.

Financial 260

Financial Management Banking Insurance 260

Kustomer

JUNE 1, 2023

Using customer data to create a personalized customer experience is one of the top customer service trends of 2023, according to Forrester. Delivering excellent customer service isn’t just about responding when there’s an issue, resolving it and moving on.

Data 78

Data Customer Service CRM Customer Service Strategies 78

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 8 Ways to Enhance Your Call Center Customer Experience by Eric Sims (CustomerThink) In today’s business landscape, providing an exceptional customer experience is essential to the success of any company.

Customer Service 62

Customer Service Call Center Ecommerce Call Center Experience 62

ShepHyken

JUNE 13, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 10 Tips for Success with Subscription Business Models by Amanda Davis. Here you’ll find some of the ingredients that can turn around that unhappy customer. 4 Things Customers Want in 2023 by Salesforce.

Customer Service 67

Customer Service Sports Customer Journeys Government 67

BirdEye

MARCH 10, 2023

Determine your objectives: Define the objectives of your social media presence, such as brand awareness, lead generation, customer service, or community building. Pro tip: Include all social media platforms, not just the ones you use regularly. This could include impostor accounts or copyrighted material infringement.

Social Media 98

Social Media Metrics Return on Investment Ecommerce 98

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How to Improve Your Team’s Customer Service by Evelina Brown (TechDay) A company’s customer service team is at the forefront and represents the company. Today, most customers want speed.

Customer Service 62

Customer Service Chatbots Culture Customer Service Training 62

CSM Magazine

JUNE 20, 2023

Every successful business knows that providing quality customer service is essential in getting customers to keep coming back. Keep reading for helpful tips and advice on how to use exceptional customer service as part of an effective digital marketing strategy! ” – it’s quite true!

ROI 52

ROI Customer Service Marketing Social Media 52

BirdEye

MARCH 24, 2023

In this guide, we’ll provide you with the tools, tips, and strategies you need to thrive in the year ahead. This is a secret weapon that leading businesses use to transform satisfied customers into repeat businesses and zero-cost brand ambassadors. Stay in touch with existing customers post-sale to nurture relationships.

Return on Investment 98

Return on Investment Social Media Sales Metrics 98

SurveySensum

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Facilitate Communication: Make it easy for customers to express their needs and feedback. Add feedback forms on your website or offer accessible customer support via live chat. Pro Tip: Ensure your customers feel valued and appreciated throughout their journey. is renowned for its customer service.

Customer Retention 52

Customer Retention Strategy Gamification Loyalty Programs 52

SurveySensum

JULY 4, 2023

Through initiatives such as fast and reliable shipping, easy returns, personalized recommendations, and exceptional customer service, Amazon has positioned itself as a leader in delivering a positive customer experience. In the first quarter of 2023, Amazon reported a significant increase in net sales, amounting to $127.4

Customer Satisfaction 52

Customer Satisfaction Strategy Tips Social Media 52

SurveySensum

JULY 4, 2023

Through initiatives such as fast and reliable shipping, easy returns, personalized recommendations, and exceptional customer service, Amazon has positioned itself as a leader in delivering a positive customer experience. In the first quarter of 2023, Amazon reported a significant increase in net sales, amounting to $127.4

Customer Satisfaction 52

Customer Satisfaction Strategy Tips Social Media 52

ShepHyken

JANUARY 30, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. ChatGPT: 6 Ways It Will Transform Customer Experience by Paul Pember (CX score) The promise of how AI will revolutionise the world has often lacked practical application on how it will impact our day to day lives.

Customer Service 23

Customer Service Banking Effort Score Tips 23

Helen Dewdney

JUNE 13, 2023

Figures published today (14/06/23) by the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) show an increase in complaints received. The statistics show 164,560 complaints in 2021/22 versus 165,149 during April 2022 to March 2023. From 1 July 2023 the Consumer Duty will require financial companies to act to deliver four “good” outcomes for customers.

Insurance 67

Insurance Financial CRM Banking 67

Horizon CX

APRIL 3, 2023

You know you’re in for a lame and frustrating customer service experience when the recorded voice says to you, “Please listen carefully as many of our options have changed.” What the customer hears while waiting can have a meaningful impact on their perception of the overall call experience. Don’t repeat messages on a loop.

Contact Center 130

Contact Center Call Center Entertainment System 130

ShepHyken

MAY 1, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Looking Ahead for Loyalty in 2023 by Meg Tronquet (Concentrix) Loyalty programs were the talk of the town in 2022. My Comment: Another one of my favorite topics is customer loyalty. Does this really work?

Customer Service 13

Customer Service Customer Retention Loyalty Customer Service Training 13

ShepHyken

JULY 10, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 70% of Consumers Are Tired of Tipping and It’s Pushing Your Most Valuable Customers Away: Here’s How to Respond by Molly Burke (Capterra) Capterra’s 2023 survey of over 780 U.S.

Customer Service 12

Customer Service Tips Social Media Consumers 12

Lumoa

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It is no wonder, then, that businesses have started paying much closer attention to their customer experience (CX) strategy. A multi-dimensional CX strategy can be much more beneficial for your brand than one-dimensional customer service. How customers experience your brand is more important than ever before.

Strategy 208

Strategy Customer Experience How To Multi-Channel 208

Helen Dewdney

MARCH 31, 2023

From today, 1 April 2023, that will change. From 1 November 2023 postal operators “must have policies and procedures in place to ensure disabled customers can communicate their delivery needs to them, and firms will need to ensure couriers will meet those needs when delivering parcels.” Couriers must do better!

Policies 70

Policies Consumers Retail Tips 70

CSM Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2023

Magnus Geverts shares his top tips for beating agent burnout—and the competition—in 2023. 2023 has arrived and the same tough economic challenges prevail, requiring urgent remedies to beat agent burnout and restore the contact centre to full health for a profitable New Year. Here are our top tips: 1.

Self Service 52

Self Service Gamification Analytics Tips 52

Helen Dewdney

MARCH 22, 2023

In January of this year the Institute of Customer Service published research showing that 14.3% of consumers said they experienced a problem with customer service pre-COVID , rising to 17% during the 6 months from July 2022 – December 2022. packed full of information, advice, guidance, consumer laws, tips and templates.

Financial 61

Financial Insurance Banking Consumers 61