ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. The gold in the article is his simple three-step approach to building a customer-focused culture. Is it that simple?

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Customer Service Chatbots Culture Customer Service Training 62

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. Help Customers Find Their Own Answers.

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Self Service Knowledge Base e-support Policies 275

ShepHyken

APRIL 8, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. To Provide the Best Customer Experience, Be Proactive by Frank Konkel. A good service opportunity went bad.

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Experience Investigators by 360Connext

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Before you ask for any additional buy-in from your CEO, make sure you’re speaking the same language around what Customer Experience is and what Customer Experience Management requires. Related: [Article] Customer Experience Management Defined: How is it Different From CX? Article] Want Greater CX Success?

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Customer Experience Net Promoter Score Customer Experience Management Feedback 376

CSM Magazine

MAY 19, 2023

As a peer-to-peer lending company, you want your platform to stand out from the rest, and one way to achieve this is by delivering exceptional customer service. This article explores the various ways that peer-to-peer lending companies can provide a great customer service experience.

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Horizon CX

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

However, in the pursuit of automation and streamlining processes, there’s a risk of losing the human touch that is vital for delivering exceptional customer experiences (CX). In the context of CX, empathetic interactions are crucial for fostering emotional connections with customers.

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Self Service Loyalty Customer Service Representative Strategy 130

CSM Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2024

What if employers could improve customer service by changing how they hire new customer-facing employees? One company just released a report demonstrating how skill-based hiring technology improved the on-the-job performance of new customer service representatives. bottom skilled employees attrit.”

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C3Centricity

AUGUST 4, 2020

The current pandemic has clearly highlighted those companies who care about their customers and who provide them with customer service excellence. If you claim to be customer centric are you sure you’re truly walking the talk and not just talking about customer service excellence?

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Customer Service Social Media Customer Service Representative Self Service 177

ShepHyken

MARCH 24, 2017

Over the past year or so, company after company have launched new, super-intelligent chatbots to manage some of their processes. Companies like Dominos Pizza and Mila, an on-demand tech support startup, have seen great success integrating chatbots into their business models. You aren’t the only one.

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Magellan Solutions

MARCH 30, 2021

What Are The Best Call Center Outsourcing Companies in USA For Your Business? There are a lot of companies outside the country that offer call center services. However, it is hard to look for call center outsourcing companies in USA. The estimated cost in outsourcing in a US company is $22 – $35.

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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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Self Service Trends Customer Service Chatbots 61

TechSee

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Over a quarter say that getting their questions answered by customer service is becoming harder. Although 91% of companies have invested heavily in contact center knowledge bases, very few are seeing real ROI. What’s worse is that most of these articles are written by and for experts. But how can companies get there?

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 5, 2021

A Holistic View of the Customer. Empowering Customer Service Agents with Knowledge. Shep Hyken interviews Daniel Fallmann, founder of Mindbreeze , a tool that helps companies capture a holistic view of their customers’ data. Quotes: “Customers today have an “I need it now” approach.

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Customer Service Representative Customer Satisfaction Knowledge Base Technology 80

Comm100

MAY 25, 2022

Further social upheavals amongst workers and customer expectations have also occurred. Ultimately, customer service and contact centers have not been immune to these changes. In this article, we’ll look at some of the new challenges that have emerged to impact contact centers. Redefining the Customer Agent Experience.

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Contact Center Customer Service Omni-Channel Social Media 130

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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Meeting Customer Service Self Service Customer Service Representative 64

CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2023

In customer service, employees are the face of the company and the effectiveness of the onboarding process cannot be overstated. This article outlines techniques and best practices for human resource (HR) managers to use to effectively onboard customer service employees.

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Customer Service Handbook Tips Customer Service Representative 52

Happy or Not

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Looking for ways to help your organization achieve success, you’ll most likely stumble upon a very important question: “What do happy employees have to do with retaining customers?” While the impact of negative employees is clear, many managers are wondering if satisfied employees make happy customers. So let’s find out.

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Customer Service Representative Customer Satisfaction Competitive Advantage Employee Engagement 36

ShepHyken

AUGUST 11, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Nandini Sharma, marketing manager at ProofHub. She writes about how to listen to your customers with the goal of connecting. I am not here to talk about childish stuff like, “Listen to your customers.” Even if it is not your fault, empathizing with your customers is not going to harm you.

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Poor Customer Service Customer Retention Customer Service Representative Connections 62

InMoment XI

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In the era of customer-centricity, contact center analytics stands as a beacon, guiding businesses and contact centers toward informed, data-driven decisions. This article delves deep into the intricacies of contact center analytics, showcasing how they can be the linchpin in enhancing customer experience and driving business growth.

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Contact Center Analytics Multi-Channel Effort Score 260

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

I recently wrote an article in Forbes about how to get customers to pay more. The focus, of course, was on customer service and experience. Research has irrefutably proven that customers will pay more for a better experience. It’s the same for certain aspects of customer service.

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Customer Service Customer Service Training Training Customer Service Representative 167

GetFeedback

JANUARY 21, 2020

Every business decision, including those regarding technology, should be made with the customer at the heart. The last few years and the rise of computerization has resulted in a huge increase in the amount of data that companies are able to utilize. Artificial Intelligence in self-service. About the Author.

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CSM Magazine

APRIL 18, 2024

LLMs, on the other hand, can manage a much higher volume of customer inquiries simultaneously without any delay or fatigue. Real-time Language Translation With LLMs, businesses can offer real-time translation services, breaking down language barriers and making customer service more accessible to non-English speakers.

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Social Media Chatbots Analysis Customer Service Representative 52

CSM Magazine

JUNE 16, 2023

When it comes to the reasons people choose, and in many cases show great loyalty to a company, they are myriad. Loyalty is an important buzz word for companies looking to ensure their revenue streams and expand their offerings, so nurturing that is a priority. So, what is the way to drive business with happy reps?

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Consumers Customer Service Customer Service Representative Customer Retention 52

CSM Magazine

APRIL 17, 2024

The Benefits of Proactive Customer Service Reduced Ticket Volume When customer support teams anticipate potential problems and take initiative to solve them proactively, there is a significant decrease in the number of support tickets. This can convert occasional buyers into lifelong patrons.

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Customer Service Self Service Return on Investment Social Media 52

Playvox

MAY 26, 2021

Are your customer service representatives (CSRs) cross-selling and upselling relevant products and services to your customers? If they aren’t, you’re missing out on a great opportunity to offer a better customer experience and generate extra revenue. ENJOYING THIS ARTICLE? What do they value?

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Contact Center Customer Service Representative Culture Metrics 92

CSM Magazine

APRIL 19, 2023

Furthermore, improving credit card customer service can also help businesses reduce costs associated with handling complaints and inquiries from customers. To ensure business success, companies must adopt proven strategies to improve customer service and enhance user experience.

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Customer Service Customer Service Representative Wait Times Customer Satisfaction 52

ShepHyken

JANUARY 13, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Kathleen White, an independent business analyst for several small businesses. She writes about letting your customers know that they are important to you and your business by making sure that they feel heard. A small gesture can really go a long way in building the reputation of your company.

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Feedback Customer Satisfaction Customer Service Representative Metrics 72

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. The post Differentiating Customer Success and Support appeared first on ClientSuccess.

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Customer Success First Call Resolution eBook Customer Satisfaction 70

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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Financial Trends Self Service Customer Experience 191

Lumoa

MAY 19, 2020

There are a lot of stats that showcase how critical a customer experience program is to any business’ success. Some experts feel that companies stand to lose upwards of $75 billion if they don’t deliver a best-in-class experience. At this stage, it’s really important to understand what your company is capable of delivering.

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How To Multi-Channel Return on Investment Strategy 259

Magellan Solutions

APRIL 19, 2023

Customer experience is a key aspect for companies trying to increase sales, satisfaction, and referrals. In 2022, the State of the Connected Customer surveyed almost 17,000 consumers globally and reported that 88% of them consider the experience a business offers to be as vital as its products and services.

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Insurance Industry Customer Service Competitive Advantage 98

CX Accelerator

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

Most people know what salespeople or customer service representatives do. But it’s not usually the case that Customer Experience professionals experience the same level of understanding about what they do and what their job roles are for. The same can be said for company strategy.

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Tips Customer Centricity Strategy Social Media 282

NICE inContact

JUNE 7, 2018

In today’s digital economy, there have never been more opportunities for businesses and their customers to interact. Chat, text, social media, websites, IVR, even traditional phone calls with customer service representatives – the list continues to grow.

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Omni-Channel Consumers Customer Experience Social Media 120

CSM Magazine

MARCH 31, 2022

Reducing customer effort is key to keeping your customers happy. In this article, we will discuss ten easy tips that you can use to reduce the amount of effort your customers have to put in. Use a Customer Portal. A customer portal is a great way to reduce customer effort. Automate Processes.

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Self Service Tips Customer Service Representative How To 52

Retently

MARCH 29, 2023

Tesla currently holds a satisfaction rating of 96 , outscoring every other car manufacturer company in Net Promoter Score® ratings. And then comes Elon Musk with the Tesla team, creating something different, something we thought couldn’t happen – an automotive startup company. They pay, they get a product or a service.

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Net Promoter Score NPS Automotive Customer Satisfaction 198

Playvox

APRIL 11, 2023

Managers should make it clear how their team’s work impacts the customer journey and, ultimately, the long-term health of the company. Related Article: Top 10 Ways To Boost Contact Center Efficiency & Productivity 2. Related Article: 7 Simple Tips To Give Quality Feedback In Your Call Center 3.

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Contact Center Employee Engagement Gamification Tips 63

CSM Magazine

JULY 30, 2020

To ensure you get the best possible people for your customer service positions, here are five basic skills your customer service employees cannot be without. Good listeners typically make some of the best customer service employees because they are most likely to understand what a customer needs quickly and accurately.

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Customer Service Customer Service Representative Policies Communication 59