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5 Simple Steps Retailers Can Take to Build Stronger Relationships with Customers

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As customers seem to shop solely based on the best deal, it can be difficult to build customer loyalty in retail, which leaves many brands wondering if customer loyalty is even worth the effort. However challenging it may be for retailers, developing a loyal customer base is essential to maintaining an active, healthy brand.

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How to Create a Successful Customer Loyalty Program

Michelli Experience

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. That goes for both good and bad news!

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Do Customers See Themselves in Your Brand Identity?

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

A gentleman who travels extensively and is a top-tier member of a hotel loyalty program was telling me he just wished they’d ask him a few questions. When conducting a recent touchpoint inventory workshop, the client was surprised when I pressed for what their brand promise really was. A great experience, but for whom?

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The Ultimate Guide: How to Build a Customer Experience Department

Lumoa

Furthermore, customers remember their good and bad experiences with brands. Having the right people in your customer experience team not only strengthens your relationship with your customers but also encourages them to become repeat customers of the brand. Here’s your ultimate guide on how to build a customer experience department.

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3 Inspired Ways to Increase Customer Value

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

This often means creating special loyalty programs , elite experiences, and special perks to maintain the top 1% of customers. Airlines have recently taken to creating secret, invitation-only loyalty programs for their most valued customers. A few of my favorite examples of how brands are getting it right: 1.

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5 Top Customer Service Articles of the Week 3-28-2022

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The article’s author emphasizes the need for brands and people to bring a personal/real element into the customer experience. What Today’s Guests Really Want When It Comes To Hotel Loyalty Programs Might Surprise You by Ellis Connolly. Hospitality Net) Why do so many hotel loyalty programs fail?

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8 Tips To Improve Customer Engagement in 2016

Help.com

A recent study by Gallup shows that only 29% of customers are fully engaged. Think about what that means for your brand. We share a few tips below that can help boost your customer engagement and create a culture of loyal, happy customers. Place a focus on employee engagement. Why aren’t they happy?