ShepHyken

DECEMBER 26, 2023

I want this year to be your best year ever for creating amazing customer service and experiences. But as it applies to the customer experience, I thought it would be fun to share some ideas we need to do more of. How fast do you respond to customers? Customers appreciate a quick response. Happy New Year!

Customer Service 155

Customer Service Tips Guidelines Policies 155

Comm100

OCTOBER 8, 2016

Your customer retention is super important to your bottom line—after all, customer loyalty is well-known for being more valuable than customer acquisition. With stakes this high, it’s essential that you build a solid customer retention plan that can lead to long-term customer loyalty.

Customer Retention 151

Customer Retention Loyalty Strategy Loyalty Programs 151

Lumoa

MAY 5, 2022

Most people understand the importance of creating great customer experiences —nevertheless, many struggle with the complexity of working holistically and long-term with a Customer Experience strategy. Customer Experience (CX) is far more than traditional customer service and marketing.

Strategy 277

Strategy Customer Experience How To Analysis 277

Lumoa

JULY 17, 2023

Key Drivers of Successful Customer Experience Digitization Today, businesses must continually evolve to address the needs of their customers. Embracing new technology solutions and digitizing customer experience has become a crucial part of this evolution. It is no longer a competitive advantage but a necessity.

Customer Experience 208

Customer Experience Strategy Self Service Chatbots 208

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Constructing Care: How Your Customers Know They Matter by Chip Bell (Forbes) It sounds like a broken record. And caring is the foundation of trust and the preamble to loyalty. Here are my top five picks from last week.

Customer Service 62

Customer Service Contact Center Loyalty Tips 62

TechSee

AUGUST 14, 2023

TechSee’s Annual Influencer List For a second year, everyone at TechSee is proud and excited to share our annual list of influential leaders in the space of digital customer service. As the Head of Customer Support and Engagement at HotDoc, she is responsible for leading the customer support and engagement strategy.

Customer Service 207

Customer Service Contact Center Customer Centricity Leadership 207

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. My Comment: When our clients are interested in our customer service training for their “new” customer service/CX initiative, they are excited and ready to start. For a customer service initiative to work, it has to keep going.

Customer Service 58

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Loyalty Customer Service Training 58

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

Beyond Philosophy

MARCH 21, 2024

So, it’s not a matter of if but when regarding a customer crisis. Too many organizations do not plan for a customer crisis, and I want to change that. To that end, I have five rules to handle a customer crisis. Many of the principles we use to manage a customer complaint apply in this planning and building of a crisis process.

Telecommunications 78

Telecommunications Customer relationships Communication eBook 78

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Is customer experience worth it? C-level leaders want to know if customer experience (CX) is worth the investment. Customer-focused employees across marketing, sales, HR, and other departments want to know if new CX initiatives are worth pushing for. So… Is customer experience worth it? The Three Areas of ROI.

Customer Experience 261

Customer Experience Effort Score Net Promoter Score Culture 261

ShepHyken

JANUARY 1, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 13 Tips For Responding To Negative Feedback On Social Media by Forbes Communications Council (Forbes) No matter what type of business you run or how well you run it, it seems no business is safe from negative comments on social media.

Customer Service 56

Customer Service Social Media Loyalty B2C 56

Optimove

APRIL 2, 2020

In the past few weeks, I have had many meetings with clients – b2c/d2c brands from different verticals – who all seem to ponder over the same question: what’s the best way to communicate with your customers in such uncertain and sensitive times? To do so, communications must adjust. Host Online Workshops.

Communication 52

Communication Entertainment Sports Ecommerce 52

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Service versus Customer Experience: Master both! by Reuben Yonatan (Fast Company) Customer service (CS) and customer experience (CX) are the two faces of the same coin and go hand in hand with each other.

Customer Service 60

Customer Service Net Promoter Score Loyalty Programs Gamification 60

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. My Comment: The “mental load” referred to in this article is about frustration, anxiety, and fatigue over a customer service/support experience. My Comment : When the economy is down, customers want more value for their dollar.

Self Service 65

Self Service Customer Service Contact Center Loyalty 65

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. As the customer journey continues to evolve into something more dynamic and diverse, it’s imperative to think about ways of optimising your (hopefully) amorous customer relationships through your business communications.

Customer Service 58

Customer Service Customer Centricity Loyalty Programs Culture 58

GetFeedback

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Focusing on your customers will result in increased loyalty, more positive word-of-mouth referrals, and higher spend from your best customers. It costs five times more to sell to a new customer than to sell to a happy one. If your CSAT metric is 60%, that means 40% of your customers are at risk of defection.

ROI 195

ROI Customer Satisfaction How To Effort Score 195

One Millimeter Mindset

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Business growth either leverages profitable leadership communication. I recently became “that” disgruntled customer based on lack of leadership communication across the organization. Yes, I used to be a loyal customer of a particular service platform, which shall remain nameless. Or it showcases collaboration gaps.

Leadership 61

Leadership Communication Customer Retention Sales 61

ReviewTrackers

MARCH 24, 2021

Bank Customer Retention: Why It Matters. You’ve probably heard this more than a dozen times: retaining a customer is so much cheaper than acquiring a new one. According to Kantar , banks that lead in the customer experience index have a recommendation rate that is 1.9 times higher, and their customers are 2.1

Customer Retention 123

Customer Retention Banking Customer Experience Strategy 123

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. For example, Gen Z prefers to solve their own problems (self-service customer support), and 52% of Gen Z won’t buy from a brand with bad self-service. Our customer service and CX research confirm this.

Self Service 65

Self Service Customer Service Social Media Ecommerce 65

Magellan Solutions

JULY 11, 2023

In today’s competitive business landscape, excellent customer experiences are crucial for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to succeed. Embracing customer experience outsourcing strategies is a game-changer for maximizing customer engagement. SMEs must prioritize customer satisfaction and loyalty to have an edge.

Customer Experience 75

Customer Experience Customer Journeys Net Promoter Score e-support 75

SurveySensum

JANUARY 26, 2024

When the package arrived, she found some glitches and contacted customer support for assistance. The responsiveness and effectiveness of the support team in resolving her issue became a pivotal moment in Claire’s customer journey. Claire’s story encapsulates the essence of a customer journey. What is a Customer Journey?

Customer Journeys 52

Customer Journeys Social Media Touchpoint Tips 52

BirdEye

APRIL 25, 2023

Do you want to reach out and engage with potential customers in your area? Ask for customer reviews 8. Loyalty incentives programs 15. Host seminars and workshops 18. Make it relevant and user-friendly with convenient ways for browsing so customers engage with it. Create online business listings 7.

Social Media 98

Social Media How To Advertising Sports 98

ShepHyken

JUNE 11, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. B2B Customer Experience Examples: Think Like A B2C by Dan Gingiss (Dan Gingiss) While B2B businesses are technically providing products and services to companies, they are selling to individual buyers who are consumers.

Customer Service 62

Customer Service B2B B2C Retail 62

ECXO

APRIL 18, 2024

posts header on ECXO The Story of Jose – A Tale About Customer Experience Once upon a time in the bustling city of Metropolis, there was an extraordinary lion named Jose. Though TechEase was renowned for its innovative products, it was infamous for its lack of customer-centric culture.

Customer Experience 101

Customer Experience Customer Centricity Chief Customer Officer Culture 101

SurveySparrow

JUNE 30, 2023

It is their unwavering commitment to providing exceptional customer experiences. Customer satisfaction has become the sought-after benchmark for business success in today’s cutthroat marketplace. And that’s where customer experience specialists come into play. What is a Customer Experience Specialist?

Customer Experience 52

Customer Experience Customer Journeys Self Service Customer Centricity 52

Comm100

JANUARY 19, 2017

According to Ruby Newell-Legner’s book, Understanding Customers, “It takes 12 positive experiences to make up for one unresolved negative experience”. When our customers are unsatisfied with an interaction with or a purchase from our company, the best thing that we can do is apologize to them. Apologizing for Poor Customer Treatment.

Examples 216

Examples Customer Service Representative Customers Customer Service 216

ClearAction

JANUARY 8, 2024

Insights Utilization Rate Drives Growth Through Customer-Centric Organizations Lynn Hunsaker Customer-centric organizations use experience insights as the basis for each work group’s thinking and actions. Centric means aligned : customers’ well-being is the center of every decision). Why does this drive growth?

Customer Centricity 62

Customer Centricity ROI Policies Chief Customer Officer 62

BlueOcean

JANUARY 9, 2018

Long gone are the days when customers almost expected to experience IVR hell and would pretty much tolerate jaw-dropping wait times. IBM reports that by 2020 – that’s just two years away – 85% of all customer service interactions will occur without a human agent. What Does AI Customer Service Look Like?

Omni-Channel 191

Omni-Channel Customer Care Contact Center Case Study 191

SurveySparrow

AUGUST 28, 2023

While factors like features and pricing play a role, there’s a secret ingredient that truly defines their success: delivering an unparalleled customer experience in the realm of Software as a Service (SaaS). Did you know that a remarkable 86% of buyers are willing to pay more for a better customer experience?

Customer Journeys 52

Customer Journeys Customer Experience Self Service Net Promoter Score 52

SurveySensum

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Make Your Business Customer-Centric Making your business practices focused on customers is one of the significant principles that you should implement. This is because it will boost your business growth and revenues better than other competitive businesses that are not customer-centric.

Customer Centricity 52

Customer Centricity Tips Innovation Analysis 52

One Millimeter Mindset

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Do we really understand the difference between customer service delivery and customer experience delivery? At times, our self-focused perception leaves customer service delivery up to everyone with “service” as part of their job titles. That means we assume customer service is someone else’s responsibility. For a change.

Customer Experience 202

Customer Experience Customer Service B2C Customer Retention 202

C3Centricity

AUGUST 26, 2019

And more importantly, I got to thinking about customer privacy and how to build a mutually beneficial relationship whilst also respecting it. Customers don’t want to be automatically segmented and followed as they go about the web, viewing different sites. A recent article on Business2Community by Owen Ray said that.

Customer Centricity 149

Customer Centricity Fashion Airlines Connections 149

PK

JULY 25, 2019

Fostering a community with your customers is key to brand loyalty. Your best customers likely expect community. Emotionally connected customers have a 306% higher lifetime value , which means brands have to find ways to show you care. West Elm: Fair Trade Felt Craft Workshop. Real value.

Retail 49

Retail Loyalty Fashion ROI 49

CSM Magazine

JUNE 14, 2023

In the exciting world of outdoor equipment retail, providing top-notch customer service is more crucial than ever. You can stand out from the rest by offering an exceptional shopping experience that goes above and beyond your customers’ expectations. Train your staff well and encourage their ongoing education in the field.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Social Media CRM Retail 52

ShepHyken

APRIL 18, 2023

For a number of years, I’ve preached that our customers no longer compare us just to our direct competitors, but instead to the brands they enjoy doing business with the most. In other words, the ones that provide the best customer service and experience. Customers can predict their Amazon experience with almost 100% accuracy.

B2C 64

B2C B2B Customer Service Training Retail 64

CSM Magazine

MAY 9, 2023

In the competitive world of start-ups, one key factor that sets successful companies apart from the rest is their ability to provide superior customer service. To begin with, start-ups must develop customer-centric policies and practices that prioritize convenience and transparency.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Strategy Social Media Customer Centricity 52

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

MAY 20, 2015

What is customer experience? According to Wikipedia, it’s this: Customer experience ( CX ) is the sum of all experiences a customer has with a supplier of goods and/or services, over the duration of their relationship with that supplier. Unhappy customers will harm your brand. YOU DON’T. You can’t.

Customer Journeys 110

Customer Journeys Customer Experience Culture Communication 110