SmartMessage Blog

JULY 13, 2023

Every brand dreams of loyal customers. Building customer loyalty is essential for growth. Companies build strategies and heavily invest to maintain a solid customer base in today’s fiercely competitive business world. According to expressanalytics, customer retention costs up to 6 times less than acquisition.

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SurveySensum

JULY 10, 2023

This is how Starbucks prioritizes its customers and consistently delivers exceptional retail customer service – showing how by creating a positive customer experience you can foster trust, cultivate customer loyalty , and set your business apart. If not, then this blog is for you.

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SurveySensum

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

You reach out to their customer service, and within seconds, a friendly chatbot listens to your issue properly and provides you with the answer, gathering valuable customer feedback. That’s the power of good customer service! In this blog, we’ll explore seven customer service trends for 2024.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 30, 2019

It’s easy for your customers to forget about you when you’re not making an effort to stay in touch with them. By producing valuable content and distributing it through channels like your blog, email, social media accounts, and even SMS, you’ll start to build engagement with your customers.

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CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2023

They expect fast, seamless, personalized banking experiences and, above all, exceptional customer service. They’ll even switch if they aren’t happy, as research indicates that 70% of customers under the age of 55 would consider changing banks for an improved customer experience.

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Lumoa

JUNE 14, 2023

You’ve designed your NPS survey and emailed it to all your customers—and the results are in… but not those you were expecting. When it comes to gauging customer sentiment and loyalty, few metrics enjoy such widespread acclaim as the Net Promoter Score (NPS). Does it spell doom for your business? Well, not so fast.

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SurveySensum

JUNE 29, 2023

A company, despite investing heavily in marketing and advertising, struggles to retain its customer base and faces a decline in sales. Well, here’s a startling statistic to ponder: 82% of customers stop doing business with a company due to poor customer service. Sound familiar?

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Integrity Solutions

OCTOBER 27, 2021

In a world where customers have more options available to them — and more ways to vent frustrations publicly — you can’t afford to drop the ball on excellent customer service. Last week was National Customer Service Week , an annual — and now global — event devoted to celebrating the people who make customer service happen.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 24, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. Hidden Secrets of Exceptional Customer Service From Amazon, PriceFixer, Netflix and Tesla You Could use to Command Your Customers’ Loyalty by Vicky Law. (The 2017 Customer Service Expectations Survey by Gladly.

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Call Experts

OCTOBER 12, 2023

This simple statement underscores the importance of genuine human interaction, especially regarding customer service. In this blog, we’ll explore the intricacies of call routing, its significance in modern customer service, and how it can enhance the customer experience.

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Call Experts

APRIL 8, 2024

This simple statement underscores the importance of genuine human interaction, especially regarding customer service. In this blog, we’ll explore the intricacies of call routing, its significance in modern customer service, and how it can enhance the customer experience.

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Lumoa

JANUARY 2, 2023

This type of feedback allows executives to adjust and quickly pinpoint customer satisfaction success or failure, as well as anticipate future areas that require improvement. Going back to the basics, the Net Promoter Score (NPS) is a way to measure customer satisfaction and loyalty. How to calculate transactional NPS (tNPS)?

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NICE inContact

AUGUST 2, 2016

Guest blog post from our friends at Momentum Telecom. Great customer service has become necessary for building customer loyalty and is an increasingly important benchmark when companies are deciding where to take their business. The post Give Your Contact Center a Pink Slip appeared first on inContact Blog.

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CSM Magazine

MAY 15, 2023

Customer experience (CX) in healthcare is how patients perceive their interactions with healthcare providers. A positive approach to improve customer experience assures the company’s growth in terms of revenue and building brand loyalty. This blog discusses six ways to improve customer experience in healthcare.

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Bold360

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Service that succeeds in meeting the baseline expectations of your customers– what I call satisfactory customer service–consists of four elements. Customers tend to be satisfied with a business if they receive, consistently, A defect-free product or service. (I An effective approach for problem resolution.

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Kustomer

OCTOBER 2, 2020

Optimal customer service is a must for companies that want a stellar reputation that keeps business flowing. In fact, according to our own research , 79% of consumers say customer service is extremely important when deciding where to shop, so delivering on consumer expectations has never been more important.

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Pretium Solutions

MAY 31, 2023

” Provide excellent customer service Outstanding customer service is essential for building trust, loyalty, and repeat business. Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries, complaints, and feedback, and go the extra mile to make your customers feel valued.

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CSM Magazine

MARCH 31, 2023

In this blog post, we’ll explore several funeral home lead-generation methods that can help attract more clients and grow your business. Building a Strong Online Presence In today’s digital age, having a strong online presence is crucial to the success of any business, and funeral homes are no exception.

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BirdEye

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Smart business owners know creating loyal customers from service failures isn’t just about preventing bad reviews. This blog isn’t about turning every customer into a lifelong friend. Follow up to ensure customer satisfaction 10. Train staff in customer service skills 12.

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delighted

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Exceptional customer service turns repeat and new customers into promoters. Needless to say, many brands are taking notice of the financial benefits improving customer service can have for your bottom line. In 2019, 67% of consumers believe that companies are actively improving their customer service.

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SurveySensum

JANUARY 26, 2024

Develop content like how-to videos, tutorials, guides, etc that help customers in their decision-making process. Address common concerns and provide solutions through blog posts, FAQs, and webinars. Educational Resources : Provides webinars, case studies, and tutorials to help customers deepen their understanding of your product.

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Call Experts

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Ultimately, a well-managed contact center can be the lifeline of your customer service operations. It bridges your business and customers, handling inquiries, resolving issues, and building lasting relationships. TrueList explains that the worldwide market for answering services will reach $496 billion before 2027.

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BirdEye

MAY 1, 2023

Making the most of customer reviews to boost your brand awareness, sales, and earning potential is key. In this blog post, we’ll teach you ways to request reviews, use them to attract more customers, and professionally handle any negative reviews. Customer reviews play a vital part in that process.

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SurveySensum

MARCH 17, 2023

According to a survey conducted by McKinsey & Company , 53% of customers consider a better service experience to be more influential than the actual purchase experience in the entire customer journey. Suggested read: Why Customer Experience Is The Real Driver Of Brand Success?

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Call Experts

APRIL 8, 2024

Ultimately, a well-managed contact center can be the lifeline of your customer service operations. It bridges your business and customers, handling inquiries, resolving issues, and building lasting relationships. TrueList explains that the worldwide market for answering services will reach $496 billion before 2027.

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SurveySparrow

AUGUST 14, 2023

Studies show that 86% of customers are willing to pay more for a positive customer experience. A remarkable customer experience is not just a luxury; it’s a powerful tool that drives loyalty, advocacy, and business growth. Are you ready to level up your customer experience game? That’s right!

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SurveySparrow

JUNE 28, 2023

Understanding what customer experience optimization entails and implementing effective strategies can significantly impact customer satisfaction, loyalty, and ultimately, business growth. Also, optimizing customer experience requires integrating all touchpoints and ensuring a seamless transition between them.

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SurveySensum

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

To my surprise, I found numerous positive reviews and recommendations from delighted OnePlus customers. They shared stories of excellent customer service, speedy issue resolutions, and fantastic phone features. Now, imagine a scenario where these satisfied customers didn’t share their positive experiences.

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SurveySensum

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

It is essential for automotive companies to prioritize the customer experience to stay competitive and retain loyal customers. In this blog, we will explore various strategies that automotive businesses can use to improve customer satisfaction. This can help you earn their loyalty toward your business.

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ViiBE Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Links to loyalty. In 2020, having a CX strategy is key, as customers are more selective with their loyalty. They are not asking for much, but they do expect timely, personal, and positive customer service. In fact, 60% of consumers report that customer service and brand loyalty are directly correlated.

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Bill Quiseng

JANUARY 10, 2016

I have been an avid reader of his blog where he writes about “the critical relationship between leadership, employee engagement and delivering an exceptional customer experience as a competitive advantage.” ” So I’m honored that he has offered to share his customer service insight here.

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Magellan Solutions

AUGUST 17, 2020

A business may have about 12% to 15% loyal customers only, but this small percentage commonly represents 55% to 70% of sales. . Your ultimate goal should be customer retention ideas. Winning the loyalty of your current customers is cheaper than getting new leads from time to time. . What is Customer Retention?

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SurveySensum

JUNE 19, 2023

And not only that, they’ll go on and spread the good word about your business, bringing in new customers and contributing to some serious growth. So, in this blog post, we’re going to dive into five tips that can really help you improve customer satisfaction for your business. Trust me, these tips are game-changers.

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Lithium

AUGUST 21, 2019

How well does your business leverage social media to provide a great customer service experience? A Smart Insights study found that 80% of companies believe they deliver exceptional customer service on social media, yet only 8% of customers seemed to agree. To learn more, read our blog post.

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Lithium

AUGUST 21, 2019

How well does your business leverage social media to provide a great customer service experience? A Smart Insights study found that 80% of companies believe they deliver exceptional customer service on social media, yet only 8% of customers seemed to agree. To learn more, read our blog post.

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Lithium

AUGUST 21, 2019

How well does your business leverage social media to provide a great customer service experience? A Smart Insights study found that 80% of companies believe they deliver exceptional customer service on social media, yet only 8% of customers seemed to agree. To learn more, read our blog post.

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Lithium

AUGUST 21, 2019

How well does your business leverage social media to provide a great customer service experience? A Smart Insights study found that 80% of companies believe they deliver exceptional customer service on social media, yet only 8% of customers seemed to agree. To learn more, read our blog post.

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