ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

And, that leads to this very important point: When great customer service meets convenience, you have the recipe for disruption. I was talking to the manager of the service and repair center at a major brand automotive dealership. For information, contact 314-692-2200 or www.hyken.com. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

While both may appreciate a good customer experience, one wants a different product experience.   Here’s another example. Both brands offer the same functionality – a room with a bed, TV, bathroom, etc. Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, award-winning keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling author.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Some may call that employee a brand ambassador or advocate for the company, but I have a new title for that individual: CEO of the Moment. . They can deliver on your brand promise – or not. Anyone who, at any time, is interacting with a customer is confirming or eroding your brand promise. They must be properly trained.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 5, 2024

He shared commentary and stories, so the audience felt they had a glimpse into the personality of one of the most famous and iconic musicians on the planet. This is the lead-in to today’s lesson, which is to understand the difference between experiencing a company or brand, and simply doing business with it.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

I won’t argue that some brands have customers who are more willing to take longer surveys; however, Brittany and I were talking in general terms. There are some rockstar brands that are so good that customers are compelled to share their experience in a survey, be it long or short. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 19, 2022

There are many definitions of the term brand. One of my favorites is this: A brand is a promised delivered. . Consider Ace Hardware, whose brand promise is The Helpful Hardware Place. Based on all their awards and the comments from happy customers posted on social channels, they deliver. . Are they helpful?

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Get customers to feel connected to you because they know you care. Or when a company or brand delivers a great experience, but then the next time, it’s just okay. Consistency creates confidence, and confidence can lead to customer loyalty. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Speed Doesn’t Equal Success: The Limitations of AHT as a KPI by Othmar Mueller Von Blumencron (VIPdesk Connect) While top-notch products and services remain vital, the spotlight in recent years has undeniably shifted to the customer experience as a pivotal factor distinguishing one brand from another.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

I would love to get some service-related feedback. My hotels have struggled this year with our service scores. In years past both of my locations were consistently in the top 30% of brands. Do you provide ongoing reinforcement or training to keep your employees guest-focused? . This year we have been in the bottom 30%.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

I found the answers insightful: 37% want to be like the Ritz-Carlton 25% want to be like Ace Hardware 22% want to be like Amazon 16% want to be like Uber Regardless of the survey results, I’d love to take a piece of each of these brands and roll it into what we do – especially if we’re not already doing it.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 16, 2021

As a result, prized customers feel lost or ignored when they most need help using a product or measuring success. My Comment: Scaling customer service or CX is about using technology to create a better experience. 4 Ways to Build a Stronger Brand-Consumer Relationship Using Social Media by Jonathan Riff.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

However, customer service trends seem to be heading in the wrong direction. Even several years before the pandemic began, The American Customer Satisfaction Index found the overall ratings slipping, even with brands most recognized for high levels of customer service. . They simply don’t know what to do.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Getting someone to a customer service rep quickly who doesn’t give the customer the correct information destroys your goal of delivering a good experience. To Build Love for Your Brand, Focus on Customer Experience and Innovation by Hang Nguyen (VentureBeat) Do you have a brand you just can’t live without?

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Are they in alignment with your customers’ expectations? If you publish any of these or have brand promises, you must live up to them. Learn more about Shep’s customer service and customer experience keynote speeches and his customer service training workshops at www.Hyken.com.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Other brands have gone down this path. Disney Institute teaches the Disney way in the form of courses on customer service and experience, leadership, and more. The Ritz-Carlton has a team of trainers that companies hire to learn the secrets of creating world-class hospitality and service. And they did.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

There is a trust gap between customers and the companies and brands they do business with. The two questions to ask that will define this gap are: Do you think your customers trust you? This is opinion.) Do your customers trust you? If you think your customers trust you, that’s a 100% score.

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ShepHyken

MAY 16, 2023

The buying cycle for a customer typically includes a little research, talking to a salesperson, making the purchase, and whatever happens after the sale. This can include follow-up from the salesperson, dealing with customer service for a problem, or any interaction you have with the company or brand after the sale is made.

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ShepHyken

JULY 6, 2022

In our customer service training workshops , we have an exercise that introduces a concept called The Five Levels of Service. Any company should be happy with World Class , which is when the company is consistently and predictably delivering a level of service that gets customers to come back.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 4, 2023

Customers Will Be Smarter and More Demanding Than Ever – I may sound like a broken record as I start each year with this prediction. Certain B2C rockstar brands are teaching our customers what good service is like, and they now have higher expectations.   . That’s almost half of your customers, and that number will grow.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 24, 2022

Think of the brands or companies you enjoy doing business with the most. They have great customer service. . They provide a great overall customer experience. . They fuel the customer’s experience. Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 14, 2023

It’s enough to get them to come back until they find another brand or organization that satisfies them just a bit more. A loyal customer not only comes back but also spends more than a typical customer and evangelizes your brand by sharing word-of-mouth referrals. Maybe it’s the way the customer is treated.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

By showing support for your team members and trust in them, you can cultivate a happy and well-balanced team. Team Training If you brought home a puppy and got mad at it every time it peed inside, never praising it for doing the right thing or showing it where it should pee, that would be madness. Your team is not that different.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 18, 2021

Seventy-five percent surveyed are more likely to be loyal to a company or brand that delivers a personalized customer experience. . Knowing your customers better than your competition knows them may be the differentiator that earns you their business. . You just have to understand the data. Consider this: .

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

My Comment: I love great examples of customer service, and this is exactly that. Lego is an internationally recognized brand – and a fun brand. Take a quick read and learn how they handle their customer service issues. It’s a great lesson from an iconic brand. You’ll love the four words.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 21, 2020

How to Provide the Best Possible Customer Experience? GISuser) If you don’t have a well-planned customer service strategy, you are highly likely to lose business. According to Channels, after just one negative experience, 51% of customers will never do business with that company again. million customers.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 6, 2022

Why Chick-fil-a Is One of the Most Loved Brands by John Dijulius. The DiJulius Group) Even as the demand for Chick-fil-A is at an all-time high, the private company will only grow at a pace they ensure they won’t jeopardize the brand experience. 15 Foolproof Strategies For Encouraging Repeat Purchases by Forbes Business Council.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 19, 2019

(G2 Crowd) Providing great customer service is not a choice or luxury; it’s a standard your customers expect. Well, here are nine “how to not’s” to consider in your customer service strategy. If live chat and chatbots are part of your customer service strategy, read this article.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 26, 2022

Because many times I leave my name and phone number in the comment section for the company or brand to call me. You must let your customers know you are listening to them! . Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author. Why do I believe that?

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Stella Connect

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

There are some brands that seem to just get it, that understand customer wants and needs and are able to meet and exceed those expectations in the moment, at any given moment in time. . And what sets these customer-centric leaders apart from the rest? 4 Strategies for Meeting and Exceeding Customer Needs. #1:

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ShepHyken

APRIL 20, 2022

His positive attitude and energy, along with his perfect thing to say , turned me from an upset customer into one who wanted to love his brand. . It’s the line that will turn your angry customers into loyal customers who say, “I’ll be back!” . Regardless of my frustration, I realized he was there to help me.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 16, 2022

What if almost all your customers, as in almost nine out of 10 of them, were to leave after experiencing bad customer service? That’s exactly what we found in our latest customer service research , that 86% of customers are willing to switch brands or companies because of a bad customer service experience. .

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 28, 2019

How To Build A Customer Service Strategy And Drive Repeat Business by Krishna Charan. Freshdesk) Building an airtight customer service strategy is the best way to weather the demands of today’s savvy customers. Four Brands Getting Customer Experience Right by Ryan Hollenbeck.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 11, 2021

Annet Franz and Bruce Temkin, two of the leading experts in CX and measuring the success of the customer’s journey, weigh in with their opinions and ideas on this interesting and valuable metric. How to Foster Customer Loyalty in a Digital Age by Bryan Osorio. 6 Words for Customer Experience Leaders to Keep in Mind by Alan J.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Our customer experience research found that 83% of people trust a company or brand more if it delivers good customer service. The benefit of building trust is potential customer loyalty. Your happy customers become the best members of your marketing department. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Often, that’s why the customers continue to dance with you. . Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author. For information on The Customer Focus customer service training programs, go to www.thecustomerfocus.com.

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Integrity Solutions

OCTOBER 27, 2021

It’s smart business, too, considering 90% of Americans use customer service as a factor in deciding whether or not to do business with a company. Just as significant, 96% of customers say customer service is important in their choice of loyalty to a brand. A focus on developing problem solvers.

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ShepHyken

JULY 20, 2022

And if what makes you different is important to your customers, they will want to be a part of your world. . Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author. For information on The Customer Focus customer service training programs, go to www.thecustomerfocus.com.

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