CSM Magazine

JULY 30, 2021

Today’s customers increasingly expect live and real-time communication. A unified communications (UC) solution can help make this possible by integrating audio, video and mobile capabilities that enable a new level of customer service. Key Components of Unified Communications. Voice and VoIP.

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Comm100

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

This is why it’s so important for financial institutions to know the trends and expectations their existing and potential customers have regarding the customer experience. In this article, we’ll share five customer experience trends that financial institutions should keep up with in 2023.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 28, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Marcelle Santos, a copywriter at TextExpander , a software that helps individuals and teams communicate efficiently and consistently with their customers. She shares why customer standards matter and how your organization can meet them. Raise your customer service standards.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Prabhjot Singh at Knowmax , a company that empowers customer experience teams to improve engagement through AI-powered knowledge management. He talks about the trends that customer service and experience professionals can expect for the remaining months of 2023.

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CSM Magazine

JUNE 19, 2023

One key aspect of providing first-rate support is ensuring that your customer service team members are approachable and relatable. This means understanding and acknowledging their feelings, needs, and concerns during the entire customer interaction. Honesty can eliminate misunderstanding.

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CSM Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

What makes clients so frustrated that they vent their anger at service representatives? In this article, let us look at three common factors behind client discontent. To make matters worse, clients can sometimes be more knowledgeable about the subject than the official customer service representatives.

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CSM Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2024

For those inclined toward people interaction and seeking a sought-after career with specialization opportunities, we advise them to study the consumer services field. This article explores the definition of consumer services, the advantages and disadvantages of pursuing related jobs, and guidance on choosing it as a career path.

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2023

As a matter of fact, 49% of customers have left a brand due to poor customer service , as revealed in a study back in 2021. Note that most of these customers were once very loyal to the brands they supported. This highlights a significant issue: neglecting customer service.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

This week we feature an article from Emily Lavin, Content & Social Executive at Oak Engage. She shares a 3-step guide on how to improve the employee experience while maximizing customer engagement. Where would a business be without a customer service team? Step 1: Implement Employee Engagement Software .

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Playvox

APRIL 21, 2023

First, it’s important to understand the difference between multichannel and omnichannel customer service centers. Both serve customers in multiple channels, but a multichannel environment doesn’t connect those channels — every interaction is siloed. Self-service can be a win-win for agents and customers.

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CSM Magazine

MAY 17, 2023

The psychology of customer service delves deep into the human mind, examining how emotions, motivations, and perceptions influence consumer behavior. By grasping the importance of these psychological factors, businesses can tailor their strategies and interactions to better cater to customers’ needs and desires.

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CSM Magazine

MARCH 31, 2022

Voice is the fastest form of human communication and has long been the backbone of the customer service industry. In this article, we will discuss the basics of voicebot technology and how it is changing the customer service industry. What is a voicebot? How does a voicebot work?

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Magellan Solutions

APRIL 19, 2023

According to the HubSpot Research Trust Survey , companies with excellent customer service will have a 93% chance of getting repeat business. To survive in this fast-paced business environment and focus on core functions, you should outsource customer service in insurance.

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Comm100

JUNE 30, 2021

It’s why we’re here to talk about how your customer service team can give your customers a positive experience, no matter the circumstance or query. If you want to make sure that your customer service skills are up to par, then this article will help point you in the right direction.

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BirdEye

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

As a business owner, you already know communication is key to maintaining a successful operation. Whether you’re chatting with employees, customers, or vendors, it’s important to have a clear and concise communication method. Here is a list of the top benefits: Improves communication between employees.

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Retently

MARCH 29, 2023

With 805 Supercharger stations in 2017, Tesla’s interactive map illustrated its plan to expand them over the next few years. Interaction with the car via a smartphone. Check our dedicated article on customer service tips for actionable ideas to improve customer satisfaction.

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CSM Magazine

MARCH 22, 2024

Customer service processes have evolved dramatically with the advent of advanced workflow automation tools. These innovations provide a robust solution to the age-old challenges of managing customer interactions efficiently.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 31, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Josh Centers, a Business Journalist at TextExpander , a platform that empowers teams and individuals to save time and eliminate repetitive typing with just a few keystrokes. He shares the challenges that customer service representatives face and how companies can overcome them.

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CSM Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2021

Well, that is precisely what we are going to explain in this article. We are going to tell you about seven practical ways you can improve your online customer service. Train your employees to interact positively. The first thing you need to do is training your employees on how to interact positively with customers.

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Horizon CX

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

This experience reminded me of a great article I read a few years back called 4 Reasons Why Excellent Customer Service Should Start With A Smile by Kaan Turnali in Digitalist Magazine. In the article, Kann explains that what’s often missing is a smile , a key element of customer service and business interactions.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 19, 2020

This week we feature an article by Daniel Ramsey, founder and CEO of MyOutDesk. He discusses the pros and cons of AI customer service tools, as well as the benefits of utilizing a virtual assistant. When small teams don’t have the time, there’s a solution to still continue improving AI customer service: with human touch.

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ClientSuccess

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Have you ever wondered about the difference between customer success and customer support? While both are important for ensuring customer satisfaction and retention, they have different objectives and approaches.

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

OTRS surveyed 500 global customer service leaders to find out if and how they are supporting their business’ revenue goals. percent said agents have access to complete customer data and 39.31 OTRS surveyed 500 global customer service leaders to find out if and how they are supporting their business’ revenue goals.

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CSM Magazine

JUNE 4, 2021

Coming out of the pandemic, financial services remains a people business. In fact, across our industry the demand for human interaction has only increased over the past year. Of course, over time we’ve seen human interaction for many day-to-day transactions become unnecessary. Communication is critical.

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Inbenta

DECEMBER 21, 2023

To help companies navigate the topic of Generative AI and come up with a thoughtful point of view, Inbenta developed the following article to educate readers on Generative AI, the use cases it can address, and how it can be used responsibly. Plug Generative AI into different customer experience workflows. What is Generative AI?

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ViiBE Blog

JANUARY 19, 2022

ViiBE Blog Customer service challenges of remote work Anna Gorina January 19, 2022 Share this article Contents Share this article Contents Before 2020, only a few companies across the globe had remote work best practices in place where they were used to allowing team members to work from home for a certain period of time regularly.

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Playvox

APRIL 19, 2023

Related Article: WFM ROI: Why You Need Workforce Management Software Now How Can Time Management Strategies Help Contact Center Agents? Time management skills can help customer service representatives improve their productivity, reduce overall stress throughout the day, and meet their personal and organizational targets.

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

There are many skills that a customer service manager needs to succeed in their chosen career. In addition to dealing with customers, you will also be managing a team of customer service representatives, and you will need to understand how to do this effectively.

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

However, there are certain pet peeves that frequently get in the way of customers’ satisfaction. In this article, we’ll discuss the top ten customer pet peeves and how businesses can avoid them. Poor Communication One of the primary customer service frustrations is poor communication.

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NobelBiz

JULY 25, 2023

Interaction Analytics often termed the keystone of customer engagement strategies, provides businesses with a profound look into customer behaviors, preferences, and patterns when engaging with products or services. What is Interaction Analytics?

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CSM Magazine

JULY 10, 2023

Check out our blueprint for becoming a customer service rockstar for more on this. Customer service emails are a crucial part of maintaining and enhancing customer relationships. A well-written, responsive, and personalized customer service email can leave a lasting impression and cultivate customer loyalty.

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Comm100

JULY 20, 2021

A chatbot is a computer program that interacts with your site’s visitors to help them find what they’re looking for. In other words, they’re essentially a way to attend to different types of customer needs automatically. If it doesn’t, it’ll direct the user to a knowledge base article or to a live agent who can help.

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Inbenta

OCTOBER 30, 2023

To help companies navigate the topic of Generative AI and come up with a thoughtful point of view, Inbenta developed the following article to educate readers on Generative AI, the use cases it can address, and how it can be used responsibly. Plug Generative AI into different customer experience workflows. What is Generative AI?

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Here are some examples: Solved communication issues by implementing active listening training for 20% of the entire company. Average resolution time: This is the time it takes between receiving a customer complaining and resolving it. If you have shorter resolution times, it shows your problem-solving and communication abilities.

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NobelBiz

APRIL 3, 2023

Generally speaking, in the contact center space, people tend to look at the one-to-one interaction with an agent as the primary means of obtaining information about products and services. A functioning self-service system generally empowers clients with the tools and resources necessary for their inquiries.

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CSM Magazine

MAY 23, 2023

Types of Vulnerability There are various types of vulnerability that customers may experience, including: Cognitive vulnerabilities : These are difficulties with memory, processing, or decision-making abilities which may be caused by health issues or cognitive decline.

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CSM Magazine

JANUARY 11, 2022

Human interaction matters now more than ever, and according to pwc 82% of U.S. customers want more of it in the future. Given the impact of the customer experience on purchase behavior, customer service managers need to pay attention to the level of customer assistance they provide. and 74% of non-U.S.

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