Blake Morgan

JANUARY 16, 2023

If a company wants to be customer-centric and operate in the experience economy, they have to succeed in two areas; psychological and technological. Gary Kelly is arguably to blame for lacking Southwest Airlines’ runway vision – and it has culminated in a very public PR nightmare. Most airlines recovered after two days.

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Blake Morgan

JANUARY 3, 2023

                 . If a company wants to be customer-centric and operate in the experience economy, they have to succeed in two areas; psychological and technological. Gary Kelly is arguably to blame for lacking Southwest Airlines’ runway vision – and it has culminated in a very public PR nightmare. .

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Customer Bliss

APRIL 4, 2017

Southwest Airlines has an industry-standard approach to promoting people from within. Sonya Lacore has proudly served Southwest Airlines for 15 years, Sonya began her career as a flight attendant. Sonya has a wealth of knowledge, experience and understanding of the needs in the airline industry. Episode Overview. About Sonya.

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ijgolding

MAY 2, 2017

Last week I wrote an article on the subject of ‘common sense’ To be more accurate, I wrote about the lack of common sense and how it’s absence was continuing to destroy customer experiences all over the world. Nor I am about to launch another diatribe about an already beleaguered brand. Customer centric?

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Beyond Philosophy

JUNE 19, 2017

I’ve been flying major airlines for a long time, and like everyone else, I’ve noticed the changes – and not in a good way. As the New York Times recently reported , “Rich bonus packages for top executives are now largely tied to short-term income targets and fatter profit margins instead of customer service.” The checked baggage fees.

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Michelli Experience

AUGUST 22, 2017

It’s hard to believe it has been seven months since United Airlines faced the first of three monumental customer experience debacles. In fairness, other airlines have faced similar flight delays due to computer-related “glitches” during the same time frame. Overbooking and United’s Technology Initiatives.

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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. Customers expect (and deserve!) 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.

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Beyond the Arc

MARCH 10, 2020

You may be hearing those words a lot lately, as many major airlines recently sent Coronavirus updates to frequent fliers. And if not — how did it impact your impression of their brand? The post Comparing Airline Coronavirus Emails – CX Lessons appeared first on Blog @beyondthearc.com. Comparing emails from Alaska, United, [.].

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Michelli Experience

APRIL 18, 2017

I was going to write a blog about all the missteps involved in the United Airlines customer experience disaster. Then I started seeing an “abundance of critics” rushing out of the woodworks – some of whom clearly have never tried to help a company strike a balance between customer needs and profitability. Such things as….

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InMoment XI

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

In particular, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool, revolutionizing the way companies understand and enhance the customer experience. As we delve into the realm of AI in Customer Experience (CX), we will explore how this technology is reshaping the customer-business relationship. What is AI in CX?

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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. Seventy-five percent surveyed are more likely to be loyal to a company or brand that delivers a personalized customer experience. .

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Customer Bliss

APRIL 25, 2017

The United Airlines incident is eventually going to fade from public consciousness, but I wanted to try and address it a few times. As we all know, customer experience happens in the real world — it’s companies and organizations interacting with their customers. Episode Overview. Spirited entrepreneur.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Functionality versus customer experience: Do they belong together? And both dealerships – Ford and Ferrari – provide stellar customer service. While both may appreciate a good customer experience, one wants a different product experience.   Here’s another example. One buys a Ford EcoSport, and the other buys a Ferrari Roma.

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ijgolding

NOVEMBER 13, 2014

I have always described Ryanair as ‘the brand we love to hate’ Famed for its ‘no frills’ approach, for years, millions of consumers decided that despite the appealing cost, the un-acceptability of the Ryanair experience was a big turn off. If I were any other airline in the industry, I would be very afraid.

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Conversocial

JULY 14, 2021

Knowing that there’s been an increase in customer conversations with your company doesn’t provide insight into a customer’s mindset - it’s only half the battle. You need to know what they’re actually saying (customer intent data) in order to deliver great customer experiences.

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Seaton CX

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

My creative branding formula for projects is: Hobby/Interest + CX Goal = Memorable Initiative. Past work examples include: Tennis + Reduce Customer Churn = It’s Game, Set, Match for Churn. Space Exploration + Voice of the Customer = The VoC Booster Rocket. Travel + Improve Customer Service = Service Transformation Airlines.

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Beyond Philosophy

JANUARY 2, 2018

This past July 23rd, Southwest Airlines passenger Stacy Hurt called the airline’s customer service desk at the Pittsburgh International Airport. She immediately called Southwest’s customer service line at the airport. Sarah Rowan, a customer service staffer for Southwest at the Pittsburgh airport, took the call.

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Kitewheel

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

The customer experience for airlines is made even worse by the shrinking window for customers to reach their gate, frustration at people cutting in line, or a sense that there are not enough attendants at the front desk, gate, or any other location. For an airline, long or unwieldy lines also represent a business problem.

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Customer Bliss

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Mattress Mack is obviously a small business (only two locations), but even without enterprise-level resources, they did the right thing both (a) for society and (b) in the interest of potential customers of the neighborhood. It’s good branding, yes — but it’s also what companies should be doing, regardless of size.

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Experience Investigators by 360Connext

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Our customers provide us all the success of our businesses. Yet most business plans don’t have a “customer appreciation program” section. And when talking business strategy, showing customers gratitude is hardly mentioned. So let’s get proactive about how we thank customers. Chewy THANK YOU!!!

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How To Airlines Social Media Tips 372

ijgolding

SEPTEMBER 2, 2015

On the one hand I am referring to a well known brand as ‘the world’s largest’ and on the other, I am asking whether or not they have changed. If a brand is the world’s largest, why would it even need to change? In April 2014, I wrote a Customer Experience Review of Ryanair – they did not fare so well!

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QuestionPro Audience

JANUARY 3, 2018

Mobile technology creates a completely different experience at the airport, for both the customer and airline. A good mobile app adds to the customer experience, and creates brand loyalty. Airlines are looking to extend the customer experience in 2018.

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Lithium

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

The frustrations of dealing with the various customer care teams aren't generally baked into their travel plans. Khoros is here to say that there’s much more to customer engagement in the travel industry than Twitter and outdated phone systems. Thankfully, Khoros’ customer Airbnb has provided a perfect game plan. A New Approach.

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Brandwatch CX

JANUARY 30, 2019

We use social media to research brands and get suggestions before we purchase products. We reach out to brands on social media, and expect them to respond to us. As a reflection of both a brand’s promise and a commitment to customer service, social media is every company’s main channel for showcasing customer experience.

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Beyond Philosophy

OCTOBER 7, 2021

To most companies, it invariably means “customers give us all their money.” So, today we’re going to talk about the five rules that will build customer loyalty. Having that kind of bond with your customers is fantastic for your business. However, customer loyalty necessitates thinking long term.

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LoyaltyPlus

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

We’re all very aware of the unique and unprecedented challenges airlines face today. As a well-established Loyalty Solution provider, previously sold as the branded solution for a well known PSS, we are perhaps one of the best kept secrets in the airline market in terms of our own brand. Sound interesting?

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GetFeedback

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

If you’re new to Customer Satisfaction Score (CSAT), a good starting point is seeing how you compare to peers in your industry. To do so, you can rely on the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI). . The ACSI is the only national economic indicator that measures customer satisfaction across the U.S. Airlines: 73%.

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Kayako

MAY 13, 2022

In recent years, the rise of social media put the customer in charge of the brand conversation. As e-commerce and demand for online help expands, companies have to meet and exceed new expectations to keep customers satisfied. Fortunately, customers also like to help themselves. What Is Customer Self-Service?

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ShepHyken

MARCH 10, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Drawing inspiration from my experiences and insights into the evolving dynamics of customer interactions, let’s explore five pivotal strategies that can elevate your small business from being good to unforgettable.

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CSM Magazine

APRIL 26, 2018

After a year of customer service crises and rising ticket prices, customer satisfaction with airlines drops 2.7 percent year over year to a score of 73 on a scale of 0 to 100, according to the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI®) 2018 Travel Report. Airline customer satisfaction declines.

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GetFeedback

JANUARY 12, 2020

About eight out of ten business leaders say they want to “improve” the customer experience (CX) to be more competitive. In CustomerThink’s recent study of 200+ CX initiatives, 74% agreed: “By 2020, customer experience will overtake price and product as the key brand differentiator.”. And for good reason. The product failed.

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Beyond Philosophy

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Both understand (in the case of Sir Richard at Virgin Group) and understood (in the case of Herb Kelleher at Southwest Airlines) the value of putting people and customers first, HR practice second. Among airlines, working in a supportive, trusting, fun, responsive and energetic culture isn’t confined to staff at Virgin.

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Experience Investigators by 360Connext

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Our customers provide us all the success of our businesses. Yet most business plans don’t have a “customer appreciation program” section. And when talking business strategy, showing customers gratitude is hardly mentioned. So let’s get proactive about how we thank customers. Chewy THANK YOU!!!

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How To Airlines Social Media Tips 143

Uniphore

OCTOBER 7, 2021

It’s increasingly vital for organizations in all industries to provide superior customer service that exceeds expectations and meets users’ needs quickly and efficiently. Here are impressive examples of superior customer service: 1. Sainsbury’s Gives a Young Customer Exactly What She Wants U.K.

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Clarabridge

OCTOBER 17, 2017

Clarabridge released a report, Customer Experience in the Clouds , last month that looked at the airline industry through the lens of passenger expectations. One of the more surprising findings was that almost three quarters of travellers don’t bother complaining to airlines when things go wrong. This is not good.

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Alida

JANUARY 29, 2018

An angry customer is still a customer—until they’re not. That’s why it’s important to keep your cool when concerned customers reach out to your brand, especially in the age of social media, where a misstep can go viral quickly. Customer anger management 101. Take tweets seriously.

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Beyond Philosophy

MAY 30, 2020

However, if you can open your mind to trying new things other than what you normally would do, you might discover the magic trick that makes it all work well for managing your customer behavior. matter a lot to the Customer Experience and can have a significant effect on customer. Here is what we discussed.

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