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

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

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 62

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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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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Knowledge Base Contact Center Customer Service Representative System 136

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 65

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

CSM Magazine

APRIL 18, 2024

With traditional customer service methods, human agents can only handle a limited number of interactions at once. This often leads to long wait times for customers and delays in resolving their issues. Customer support agents are also equipped to escalate more complex issues to human agents when necessary.

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Social Media Chatbots Analysis Customer Service Representative 52

Lumoa

APRIL 28, 2024

Every interaction with your business has the power to build or damage the relationship with your customer – and can directly impact your revenue. 78% of customers have backed out of a purchase due to a poor customer experience (CX). The pressure is rising for businesses to step up their CX game.

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Self Service Customer Journeys Feedback Analysis 208

GetFeedback

JANUARY 21, 2020

However, there is huge potential for how AI can change and improve the customer experience (CX). Experts in the field expect AI to become an essential aspect of customer interaction that is beneficial for both the business and the customer, improving satisfaction and loyalty. Artificial Intelligence in customer service.

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How To Self Service Chatbots e-support 195

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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Company Customer Experience Airlines Chatbots 92

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 200

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

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. Display Genuine Empathy One of the most effective ways to make your customer service team more approachable and relatable is by displaying genuine empathy to customers.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Social Media Exceptional Customer Service Customer Service Representative 52

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

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

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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Consumers Healthcare Social Media Exceptional Customer Service 52

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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Omni-Channel Self Service Customer Experience Contact Center 95

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. Interaction with the car via a smartphone.

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Net Promoter Score NPS Automotive Customer Satisfaction 198

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

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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Customer Service CRM Call Center System 52

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

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? Being on the frontline of a company can be tough.

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Employee Experience Customer Service Customer Experience Employee Engagement 128

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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Chatbots Customer Service e-support Customers 146

Inbenta

DECEMBER 21, 2023

According to a recent report, more than 80% of Fortune 500 companies had teams actively using ChatGPT, a Generative AI platform. [1] But for many tech-forward companies, Generative AI initiatives are moving ahead regardless. But for many tech-forward companies, Generative AI initiatives are moving ahead regardless.

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Chatbots e-support Video Customer Service Representative 52

CSM Magazine

AUGUST 10, 2022

However, there are certain factors to take into account before applying for any customer service job, especially if it involves talking with customers over the phone or online. This guide will help you get started on your path to becoming an awesome customer service representative (CSR).

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Customer Service How To Customer Service Representative Tips 52

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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Tools Customer Service CRM Customer Relationship Management 52

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

Playvox

APRIL 11, 2023

Keep contact center agents engaged and dedicated to delivering world-class customer interactions by implementing these best practices today. Give Contact Center Agents A Purpose Everyone wants their work to mean something, so make sure agents understand how their work connects to the bigger picture of your company’s success.

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Contact Center Employee Engagement Gamification Tips 63

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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Customer Service How To Handbook Chatbots 68

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.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Net Promoter Score Customer Service Representative Customer Satisfaction 52

Inbenta

OCTOBER 30, 2023

According to a recent report, more than 80% of Fortune 500 companies had teams actively using ChatGPT, a Generative AI platform. [1] But for many tech-forward companies, Generative AI initiatives are moving ahead regardless. But for many tech-forward companies, Generative AI initiatives are moving ahead regardless.

Chatbots 52

Chatbots e-support Video Customer Service Representative 52

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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Customer Service Customer Experience Social Media Customers 130

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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Customer Service Interaction Customer Service Representative Customer Satisfaction 80

ShepHyken

MARCH 16, 2018

This week we feature an article by Marlene Caroseli who shares some great activities and questions to help customer service representatives improve their service and make the customers experience better. – Shep Hyken. Chip Bell is known for helping organizations create a customer-centric culture.

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Customer Service Representative Customer Centricity Exercises Customers 76

CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Customer Service should be a human experience. Countless companies have lost sight of that crucial fact, often relying on chat or never-ending touch-tone menus that frustrate customers immensely. So much so, that those disgruntled customers often choose to take their business elsewhere. 66 percent of U.S.

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Customer Service Social Media Multi-Channel Poor Customer Service 52

CSM Magazine

MARCH 27, 2023

But – and granted the official launch never mentioned any features or capability directly related to customer experience (CX) – it got me thinking none-the-less, could this be the latest disruptive AI capability for our industry ?

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Customer Service Customer Service Representative Customer Satisfaction eBook 52