Experience Investigators by 360Connext

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

When working to grow their business and revenue, companies often focus most (if not all) of their resources on attracting new customers. Customers expect (and deserve!) If a customer tries a new brand that fails to deliver on their needs—especially during the earliest interactions—they have little reason to support it.

Customer Retention 271

Customer Retention Loyalty Loyalty Programs Social Media 271

ProProfs Chat

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

“How do we get ardent customers for our brand?”. If you find yourself sharing the same concern frequently, then you need to build a customer loyalty program. Before turning into global names, brands like Starbucks and Amazon might have faced the same challenge. What is a Customer Loyalty Program?

Loyalty Programs 96

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Net Promoter Score Gamification 96

InMoment XI

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

It’s a common struggle to effectively analyze this data, and then leverage it to optimize their customer experience (CX) efforts. What is Integrated CX Integrated CX platforms unify customer feedback signals from a multitude of feedback signals (listed below), blending them into a cohesive whole. Hotel customers are no exception.

Hotels 260

Hotels Guest Experience Travel Chatbots 260

Lumoa

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Before the digital age, customer experience in retail was a completely different world. But the need to deliver an outstanding customer experience hasn’t. According to research, 95% of consumers believe customer experience is the key to brand loyalty. Where and how they take place has changed, of course.

Retail 236

Retail Net Promoter Score Strategy Customer Experience 236

Retently

APRIL 5, 2024

What sets an exceptional retail customer experience apart? Because in a market brimming with choices, the way customers feel about your business can set you apart. A memorable retail customer experience leads to higher satisfaction, repeat business, and word-of-mouth recommendations. Why does this matter so much?

Retail 78

Retail Engagement Strategy Customer Experience 78

Customers That Stick

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

Building a base of loyal customers can be one of the most effective ways to increase your profitability and optimize your customer acquisition costs, but what does it take to win the favor of Millennials (consumers who are currently between 18 to 34 years old)? Stay on top of your competitor’s programs.

Loyalty Programs 133

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Social Media Study 133

Comm100

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

We all know customer loyalty is the driving engine for a flourishing business. But what is customer loyalty, actually? Customer loyalty is having customers who are committed your company and your products , not just a price point that a competitor can easily emulate. A solid customer loyalty program.

Loyalty Programs 100

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Rewards Programs Airlines 100

Michelli Experience

MARCH 2, 2016

Recently Starbucks announced a change in their highly regarded loyalty program and I heard both praise and deep criticism. Sadly, I felt very old because in 2004 the mere mention of a loyalty program at Starbucks was not well-received. 2) Drive Profitability – Every customer should be treated caringly and with respect.

Loyalty Programs 100

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Rewards Programs How To 100

SurveySensum

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

I started by reading reviews, seeking advice from friends, and checking social media. 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. What is Brand Advocacy?

NPS 52

NPS Brands Social Media Net Promoter Score 52

CX Journey

OCTOBER 24, 2018

If you want customers to return to your site, you have to create an amazing customer experience (CX). Everything from the overall design of the pages to customer service to overall functionality plays into CX. Out of the companies working actively to improve customer experience, about 84 percent saw an increase in revenue.

Omni-Channel 237

Omni-Channel Customer Experience Social Media How To 237

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 9, 2022

This week, we feature an article by Nick Bandy, Chief Marketing Officer at LiveVox , an omnichannel platform that helps brands seamlessly communicate with their customers. He shares how you can align your customer’s journey with their brand expectations. What do customers expect from contact centers? .

Customer Journeys 122

Customer Journeys Brands Sales Contact Center 122

ShepHyken

MARCH 31, 2018

Earlier this month I attended Social Media Marketing World , the largest conference on social media marketing in the world. Over the last few years, customer service has shifted from traditional phone support toward social media channels like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and others. Social Proof.

Social Media 86

Social Media Self Service Customer Service Marketing 86

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

The North Face asked customers to walk their talk recently in Korea. In this viral video, customers who identified as those who seek adventure were given a choice. And it’s a great way to help customers identify with your products and experience. These customers had, after all, self identified as adventure seekers.

Brands 259

Brands Hotels Consulting Loyalty Programs 259

ShepHyken

APRIL 26, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. CustomerThink) Here are nine new findings from the 2021 State of the Contact Center Report which included 400 US and UK contact center and customer experience leaders. Here are my top five picks from last week.

Customer Service 133

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Social Media Contact Center 133

Beyond Philosophy

JUNE 11, 2015

Without fear of (much) argument, it’s a fair statement that all companies want, and try to generate and achieve, optimum loyalty from their customer base. They should want this because study after study shows the financial rewards of having loyal customers. Customer loyalty programs are especially popular among retailers.

Loyalty Programs 60

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Airlines Retail 60

BirdEye

APRIL 28, 2023

Social media marketing Consumers generally prefer to choose brands they trust and can obtain reliable information about online. And they are increasingly using social media to get that information. In fact, 75% of online users take to social media to research a brand or product.

Insurance 98

Insurance Strategy Marketing Social Media 98

CSM Magazine

AUGUST 21, 2023

Customer engagement has become one of the most critical success factors for retailers looking to drive sales, loyalty, and overall business growth. However, with the increasing complexity and diversity of today’s retail environment, engaging with customers has become a more challenging task.

Retail 52

Retail Customer Engagement Engagement Social Media 52

CSM Magazine

AUGUST 4, 2023

In today’s fiercely competitive business landscape, customer engagement plays a pivotal role in establishing enduring relationships with your target audience and fueling business growth. So, let’s explore these customer engagement ideas and discover how they can help you boost your business to new heights.

Customer Engagement 52

Customer Engagement Engagement Social Media Loyalty Programs 52

BirdEye

JULY 5, 2023

Customer acquisition is one of the biggest challenges and expenditures for businesses. However, constantly acquiring new customers without investing in strategies to retain them can prove quite harmful to the bottom line. To first time customers turn into loyal customer, it is important to invest in building relationships with them.

Examples 98

Examples Strategy Marketing Social Media 98

SurveySensum

AUGUST 1, 2023

Building Lasting Connections: The Power of Customer Loyalty in Retail In today’s fast-paced and crazy competitive retail world, customer loyalty is like the secret sauce for staying ahead of the game. Moreover, they become your ultimate cheerleaders, spreading the good word about your brand to everyone they know.

Retail 52

Retail Loyalty Connections Loyalty Programs 52

Comm100

JANUARY 21, 2020

Whether you’re new to digital omnichannel or your company is already deep into digital transformation for customer service, it’s always important to check the health of your digital customer journey. So, what should you look at when planning or evaluating your customers’ digital journey? Remember: Mind your response time.

Customer Journeys 209

Customer Journeys Social Media B2C Omni-Channel 209

SurveySensum

JULY 26, 2023

Customer churn. It’s like a game of “now you see them, now you don’t” with customers jumping ship to competitors in the blink of an eye if they don’t feel valued and satisfied. It is far more expensive to acquire new customers than to retain existing ones and brands understand that.

Customer Retention 52

Customer Retention Retail Strategy Social Media 52

ProProfs Chat

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

“What can help me get committed and loyal customers?”. But trust me, factors like: Product quality, Awesome support, Marketing reach, Efforts to engage customers, . Efforts to retain customers, help you formulate effective loyalty programs that your customers enjoy being a part of. Mobile Customer Loyalty.

Loyalty 109

Loyalty Loyalty Programs Social Media Retail 109

BirdEye

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Invest in social media marketing 4. Grow your customer base with email marketing 5. Manage your reviews to build social proof 7. Develop a loyalty program 10. Engage customers with SMS marketing Interested to know the actionable to-dos to make sure you get optimal results? Measure performance 9.

Marketing 63

Marketing Strategy Social Media Multi-Channel 63

Currency Alliance

MAY 9, 2017

For many years companies have given rewards to customers in exchange for increased share of wallet and information that enables marketing activities. But getting real value from loyalty programs has become harder and harder. The old business model might have worked when only a few very large brands had loyalty programs.

Loyalty Programs 40

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Social Media Consumers 40

Retently

JUNE 28, 2022

Net Promoter Score® lets you measure and analyze customer satisfaction to learn more about what people like (and dislike) about your product or business. It’s a valuable metric – for most companies and it’s the most valuable metric available for measuring customer loyalty and satisfaction. Great feedback?

NPS 148

NPS Net Promoter Score Feedback Case Study 148

CX University

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

Customer Experience has been a buzz word amongst C-Level executives for some time now and for good reason too. Customer-facing teams in sales and service-orientated environments embrace the concept. Customer-facing teams in sales and service-orientated environments embrace the concept. This list goes on. The truth must be told.

Net Promoter Score 98

Net Promoter Score Brands Effort Score Loyalty Programs 98

SurveySensum

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Suddenly, you come across a post of your favorite shoe brand, but the comments are full of bad reviews. You see, around 54% of people like you check out a brand or product on social media. This timely action can prevent potential grievances from spreading like wildfire across social media platforms.

Strategy 52

Strategy Social Media How To Loyalty Programs 52

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

DECEMBER 15, 2014

For leaders to make smart decisions about who the best, most loyal and most profitable customers are, they need to understand the makeup of the customer population. This often means creating special loyalty programs , elite experiences, and special perks to maintain the top 1% of customers. Welcome everybody.

Loyalty Programs 268

Loyalty Programs Airlines Social Media Loyalty 268

CloudCherry

JULY 25, 2018

What better way is there to learn about delivering an amazing customer experience than examining how the best in the business do it? Respondents were asked a series of questions on topics including their customer experience programs , introducing new technology, and optimizing human capital. Social responsibility. “75%

Technology 170

Technology Brands Customer Experience Omni-Channel 170

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. There is a segment of customers that are savvy shoppers that demand a low price, fast shipping, easy returns, and appreciation. They quickly switch from one brand to another if these needs aren’t met.

Customer Service 78

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Retail Loyalty 78

Happy or Not

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

In the competitive landscape of the restaurant industry, the secret sauce to long-term success that allows you to drive repeat business lies not just in the kitchen but in the hearts of your customers. Remember regular customers’ names, favorite dishes, dietary needs, and even birthdays.

Loyalty 36

Loyalty Industry Loyalty Programs Social Media 36

Currency Alliance

MAY 21, 2017

Most consumers belong to many customer loyalty programs, but are not active in a lot of them. So they lose interest in participating, and most of those loyalty cards end up in a drawer rather than the wallet. Fragmentation of customer loyalty programs doesn’t benefit merchants much, either.

Loyalty Programs 40

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Airlines Hotels 40

Currency Alliance

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

For many years companies have given rewards to customers in exchange for increased share of wallet and information that enables marketing activities. But getting real value from loyalty programs has become harder and harder. The old business model might have worked when only a few very large brands had loyalty programs.

Loyalty Programs 40

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Social Media Consumers 40

Currency Alliance

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Most consumers belong to many customer loyalty programs, but are not active in a lot of them. So they lose interest in participating, and most of those loyalty cards end up in a drawer rather than the wallet. Fragmentation of customer loyalty programs doesn’t benefit merchants much, either.

Loyalty Programs 40

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Airlines Hotels 40

Beyond Philosophy

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In a meeting with a long-time client, I learned how pleased they were with their repeat business, which they saw as loyal customers coming back for more. However, when they showed me the repeat business stats, what I saw wasn’t loyalty; it was inertia. After all, don’t loyal customers bring you repeat business?

Loyalty 89

Loyalty Rewards Programs Loyalty Programs Airlines 89

CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Personalizing omnichannel experiences involves tailoring your interactions with customers across multiple channels to meet their unique needs and preferences. Collect customer data: Collect data on your customers such as their purchase history, preferences, and behavior across different channels.

Omni-Channel 52

Omni-Channel Connections Loyalty Programs Chatbots 52