CSM Magazine

MARCH 26, 2024

Building strong rapport with customers is crucial for any business, as it promotes loyalty and satisfaction, and can be a differentiating factor in today’s competitive market. An example of a company known for having excellent rapport with its customers is Apple. We’re lucky to have such loyal customers like you.”

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Comm100

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

The customer service world continues to develop, and each new year can mean a sea change in changing consumer expectations. As new customer service trends arrive, service that was once considered exemplary might no longer meet the growing customer demand. Proactive customer engagement takes off. “By

Trends 207

Trends Customer Service Chatbots Omni-Channel 207

Comm100

JANUARY 17, 2024

Lean into Automation – Transforming Customer Service with AI & Human-Bot Harmony In a world where immediacy and personalization have become the cornerstones of brand communication, the realm of customer service is undergoing a revolutionary transformation. How does it benefit organizations and customer experience?

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Customer Service Chatbots Technology Interaction 187

Comm100

MARCH 21, 2023

Organizations need to take every advantage they can get, and providing excellent customer service has become one of these key differentiators. 99% of customers believe that companies need to improve their service and support and there’s plenty of scope to do so.

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Self Service Customer Service Strategy Omni-Channel 168

Comm100

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Businesses today thrive on efficiency, and the customer service domain is no exception. With the rise of technology, businesses have started to adopt customer service automation software to scale their operations without ballooning headcount. What is customer service automation software?

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Software Chatbots Customer Service Knowledge Base 183

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Many of you who read my articles or watch my videos may not have jobs related to customer service or CX measurement, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t pay attention to what I’m about to share. While all three of these customer service and CX metrics can formally be measured, most likely, you’re not the one doing the measuring.

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Metrics Customer Service Measurement Customer Service Training 151

Comm100

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Today’s customers now expect to connect with brands from anywhere, anytime, on any device. To keep up and provide this level of customer experience, brands need to give their customers choice and convenience. What is omnichannel customer service? The top omnichannel performers: .

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Omni-Channel Customer Service Social Media Chatbots 130

Steve DiGioia

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

A keen and faithful observer can see many takeaways that relate to the way we offer service. I’ve already written about Bigfoot Customer Service and Landscaper Customer Service. Those two articles highlight the unique aspects of service the two groups offer and how they hurt or help our service efforts.

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Customer Service Hotels Customers Travel 348

Comm100

AUGUST 1, 2023

Personalization in customer service – What is it and how to deliver it 71% of consumers expect companies to deliver personalized interactions, according to the latest McKinsey & Co. In today’s digital world, delivering exceptional customer service is paramount to gaining a competitive edge.

Customer Service 160

Customer Service How To Omni-Channel Video 160

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

So, what does this have to do with business, specifically customer service and CX? In the customer service world, we should create a “game plan” to deliver an experience that is perfect, never requiring a customer to reach out to us because of problems. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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Customer Service Effort Score Sports Conference 138

Steve DiGioia

MAY 17, 2021

Great customer service. That’s what our customers want and that’s what we wish to provide. In today’s post, I compiled my list of the top 10 customer service acronyms to use every day. Customer Service Acronyms You Need to Know. So, what can companies do to improve customer service?

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Customer Service e-support Self Service Customers 341

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. Do more in 24! Be more engaged – Your customers want to feel that you’re focusing on them.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 16, 2024

When it comes to customer service and customer experience (CX), there is a difference between perception and reality. First, how we think our customers perceive our customer service and CX is often not the reality. They should learn firsthand what it’s like to be a customer. It’s just our perception.

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Customer Service Customer Centricity Customer Service Training Survey 142

TechSee

OCTOBER 9, 2018

This penchant for technology has shaped their consumer behavior and preferences, and brands must tailor their customer service strategies to suit Millennials’ attributes. According to a survey by Desk.com , 25% of millennials expect to get a response within 10 minutes after reaching out for customer service via social media.

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Omni-Channel Self Service Customer Service Virtual Agent 359

Comm100

JANUARY 11, 2023

The State of Automated Customer Service in 2023. As a result, customer service expectations are now sky-high as consumers demand the very best support – and will even switch brands for better service. Meeting today’s high customer service expectations can be a challenge. Table of Contents.

Customer Service 204

Customer Service Self Service Chatbots Healthcare 204

Comm100

JUNE 15, 2022

If you’re on the fence about introducing a chatbot to your organization’s digital support strategy, here are four common chatbot customer service use cases, alongside customer stories that show the best chatbot examples and how they can be used in practice. Canadian Blood Services. Tangerine Telecom.

Chatbots 198

Chatbots Industry Customer Service Wait Times 198

ShepHyken

JANUARY 30, 2024

Many companies still believe that customer service is what happens when something goes wrong. However, that is only one part of customer service. The bigger picture is that customer service happens throughout a customer’s entire experience while doing business with you.

Customer Service Training 96

Customer Service Training Training Customer Service Marketing 96

ShepHyken

APRIL 22, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 4 Ways to Scale up Convenient CX for Modern Customers by NICE (NICE) The easier things are for your customers, the better they are for your organization. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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Customer Service Self Service Tips Contact Center 80

Comm100

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

By making the most of live chat features while working on the human side of live chat interactions, it’s possible to see improved outcomes and deliver superior customer service. With the right mix of automation, communication, and personalization, any agent can provide customers with an outstanding experience. Make a connection.

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Customer Service Abandon Rate ROI Apparel 243

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. Brad teaches courses on customer strategy and management, customer service leadership, and CX leadership.

Customer Service 207

Customer Service Contact Center Customer Centricity Leadership 207

ShepHyken

MAY 16, 2023

I like the title of this article, but perhaps a more appropriate title might be: Customer Service Is Like Being Married. The buying cycle for a customer typically includes a little research, talking to a salesperson, making the purchase, and whatever happens after the sale. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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Customer Service Advertising Customer Service Training Sales 121

Steve DiGioia

JULY 19, 2021

To say the least, they’re all leaders in their respective fields of customer service, hospitality, social media, consulting, coaching, podcasting, and keynote speaking. 11 Customer Service Leaders We Can All Learn From. Plus, many are best-selling authors too! Whew, they sure do it all. Adam Toporek. Annette Franz.

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Customer Service Social Media Hospitality Leadership 189

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Someone asked me a question: Sometimes I’m so frustrated when I call a company’s customer service number. Instead, I want to emphasize the last part of my response to the question: sometimes, customer service agents – and other employees – have different answers to the same questions. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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Customer Service Social Media Customer Service Training Training 136

Comm100

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

However, the past couple of years has seen its importance within customer service skyrocket as companies adopted new technologies to stay connected during the pandemic. With the benefits made clear for all to see, and customer expectations risen, customer service operations can no longer afford to ignore digital transformation.

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Customer Service Omni-Channel Social Media Connections 217

CSM Magazine

APRIL 24, 2024

Regardless of the product or service a company provides, its emotional connection with customers is truly important, since it gives the impression that your business has a face and nature, and it cares for people, being determined to create value for them. What about the individualistic approach?

Chatbots 52

Chatbots CRM 52

ShepHyken

JANUARY 10, 2024

I’m always looking for good customer service stories that teach or remind us about creating an amazing customer experience. There are at least three lessons we can learn from this story: Laziness: That should never be an excuse for providing poor customer service. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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Travel Customer Service Airlines Poor Customer Service 92

Help Scout

AUGUST 22, 2023

Bring storytelling into your customer service and marketing to create stronger, more genuine connections with your customers Read the full article

Connections 75

Connections How To Customers Marketing 75

CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

AI-powered chatbots have made significant progress in customer service over the years. Although digital customer service solutions can be quick and efficient, they often offer generic and automated responses that are not personalised to individual customers.

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Customer Service Representative Industry Customer Service Chatbots 98

CSM Magazine

MARCH 7, 2024

Encoded , a leading Payment Service Provider and pioneer of innovative secure payment solutions for contact centres and e-commerce, has announced that business process outsourcing (BPO) specialist Sigma Connected is using Agent Assisted Payments solution. For more information, visit Sigma Connected.

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Connections e-support Customer Experience Financial 52

TechSee

OCTOBER 2, 2023

In this article, we’ll delve into Ann Mini’s remarkable decision to switch internet providers after three decades and explore how vision-powered service from Verizon revolutionized her experience. Her remarkable three-decade commitment to her service provider tells a story of enduring loyalty and trust.

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Loyalty Customer Service Hospitality Customers 124

eGain Blogs

OCTOBER 29, 2021

KMWorld Connect 2021 is happening as a virtual conference, for the second year in a row. What is KMWorld Connect 2021? What is KMWorld Connect 2021? The Secret Ingredient in Digital Transformation of Customer Engagement: Knowledge Hub. Join us at KMWorld Connect 2021! Keynote session by eGain and IRS.

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Connections Conference Innovation Customer Engagement 93

Doing CX Right

MARCH 3, 2024

Stacy Sherman and featured guest, Thom Singer, explain how to strengthen brand loyalty through superior customer service, in-person connections, and active listening. The post Cultivating Community and Conversations in Customer Service appeared first on Doing CX Right. Listen to Doing CX Right podcast now.

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Customer Service Loyalty Connections Customers 52

BirdEye

JULY 6, 2023

Staying in touch with customers helps businesses strengthen their relationships and build a stronger customer base. The current digitally connected world makes that process very easy. There are multiple avenues for businesses to reach out to their customers and make sure they notice every word.

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Connections Communication Video Customers 98

CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Lesley Avinou, Group Director of Client Partnerships, Sigma Connected Business outsourcing provider Sigma Connected has announced the appointment of Lesley Avinou into the newly-created role of Group Director of Client Partnerships. For the last six years I’ve admired Sigma Connected and its ways of working.

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