ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

4 Ways Digital Evolution Has Changed Customers’ Ideas About Patience by Scott Clark. CMSWire) We know that customers expect answers to service inquiries within an hour, and they also expect their online experiences to be convenient and fast, with their questions answered and their goals accomplished.

Net Promoter Score 67

Net Promoter Score Customer Service Hospitality Hotels 67

ShepHyken

APRIL 25, 2022

Consumers Prefer Traffic Jams Over a Bad Customer Experience by Retail Customer Experience. Retail Customer Experience) More than half, 60%, of consumers would rather sit in a traffic jam than have a poor customer experience, according to a Telus International survey. Consumers may turn to Lyft.

Customer Service 64

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Loyalty Competitive Advantage 64

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

Customer Experience or Customer Engagement – what’s the difference and how do you truly engage? CustomerThink) Customer experience is traditionally focussed on flexing what you do to meet customer expectations. My answer is that customer engagement is what can enhance the customer experience.

Customer Service 92

Customer Service Customer Retention Feedback Customer Centricity 92

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

The Six Degrees of Customer Experience by Computerworld (Computerworld) How do you create an outstanding customer experience? It’s no easy task, as customers’ wants and needs move quickly. So, it begs the question of how you’re setting up your business to shift with customer expectations?

Customer Service 62

Customer Service Chatbots Culture Customer Service Training 62

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

(TotalRetail) Regardless of retail’s latest headwind, brick-and-mortar organizations continue to embrace their enduring mission: get consumers into retail locations and convince them to part with their money. My Comment: The online/digital world has created a new way for consumers to buy. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

Customer Service 84

Customer Service Retail Competitive Advantage Tips 84

ShepHyken

MARCH 2, 2020

The global study, entitled The Connected Customer: Delivering an Effortless Experience, surveyed over 1,000 participants spanning 13 different verticals. My Comment: Is customer experience (CX) broken in most organizations? of businesses surveyed believe that CX offers a competitive edge, but only 14.4%

Customer Service 105

Customer Service Hospitality Hotels Loyalty 105

ShepHyken

JUNE 15, 2020

The Rise Of Premium Loyalty: What Do Your Customers Expect in 2020? And one of the biggest factors contributing to revenue is customer loyalty. My Comment: This is a report you’ll have to download, so if you’re interested in customer loyalty (and who isn’t), then this is for you. by Retail TouchPoints.

Customer Service 75

Customer Service Touchpoint Retail Loyalty 75

ShepHyken

JULY 6, 2020

The most important customer service qualities in the next normal: Expertise, empathy, and speed by Vala Afshar. ZDNet) Salesforce surveyed over 3,500 consumers worldwide to understand what customers need, and how companies can deliver the best customer service experience during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Customer Service 65

Customer Service Healthcare Customer Journeys Feedback 65

ShepHyken

MARCH 25, 2019

Survey: Customer experience trends 2019 by Lynne Capozzi. ClickZ) Per a recent survey, 66% of consumers globally said: “I don’t remember when a brand experience exceeded my expectations.” My Comment: If you want to win the customer service “game,” then you must practice the fundamentals.

Customer Service 107

Customer Service Competitive Advantage Trends Culture 107

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Customer Retention Strategies for Driving Loyalty in Uncertain Times by Rich Hein (CMSWire) One thing all businesses can bank on in the future is that things will be more uncertain and unpredictable than ever before. My Comment: I’m often asked how to deliver customer service in challenging times. Thank you, CX Network!)

Customer Service 62

Customer Service Call Center Ecommerce Call Center Experience 62

ShepHyken

APRIL 24, 2017

2017 Customer Service Expectations Survey by Gladly. Gladly) Trends and insights from surveying 1000 consumers on customer service. My Comment: Our friends at Gladly have released their 2017 Customer Expectations Survey. Great information that any company can profit from.

Customer Service 69

Customer Service Customer Service Training Loyalty Exceptional Customer Service 69

Integrity Solutions

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Differentiating on service isn’t just a smart strategy for growth; increasingly, it’s a survival strategy. In industries like retail, for example, the past couple of years have raised the bar on customer service expectations. What Is Excellent Customer Service? Customers want empathy.

Customer Service 67

Customer Service Self Service Banking Culture 67

ShepHyken

JANUARY 23, 2017

Yet, according to a recent Forrester survey, 50% of CX leaders have not yet “modeled how CX quality influences customer behavior.” We’re taking a look at how progressive companies are successfully integrating self-service into their customer service strategy. (Forbes) We know great CX drives revenue.

Self Service 48

Self Service Social Media Customer Service Fashion 48

ShepHyken

AUGUST 23, 2021

Frictionless Shopping Provides Enhanced Customer Experience, Retail Efficiencies by NVIDIA. Reducing friction creates efficiencies, not only for the customer but also the business. Customers expect an easy and convenient experience with anyone they do business with. It’s about customer service training.

Customer Service 18

Customer Service Customer Service Training Loyalty Programs Loyalty 18

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Despite call centres being a traditional means of communication between brands and their customers, this is now the preference for under half of the UK population (43%), according to a survey of 1,000 Brits by telecommunications provider Esendex. My Comment: There are many ways customers can reach out for support.

Customer Service 14

Customer Service Self Service Retail Telecommunications 14

ShepHyken

JUNE 26, 2023

Customer Experience Insights From Fast-food Chains by Brittany Hodak (Brittany Hodak) In today’s experience economy, customers are no longer comparing you to your direct competitors. Just like art, the best customer service is about making emotional connections with customers. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

Customer Service 15

Customer Service Customer Centricity Entertainment B2C 15

Win the Customer

NOVEMBER 14, 2016

Think about it: why would a customer wait for weeks for an email response when they can tweet a brand and get an answer immediately? In the UK, more and more consumers are refusing to accept poor quality customer service. Let your customers rave. 30% said they will switch to a competitor based on this alone!

Social Media 52

Social Media Customer Service Multi-Channel Airlines 52

ShepHyken

JUNE 20, 2022

(CMSWire) For as long as goods have been bought and sold, customer expectations for how these goods should be delivered have been in a constant state of evolution. At first, coffee was cheap and plentiful — though options for consuming it were limited. Consumers Embracing Premium Loyalty Programs by Retail Customer Experience.

Customer Service 12

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Customer Journeys Loyalty 12

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Our CX research finds that 83% of customers trust a brand more if they provide an excellent customer experience. Surveying the New Landscape of Customer Loyalty in the Wake of the Pandemic by Fastco Works. My Comment: The pandemic (just two years ago) forced most companies to step up their customer service game.

Customer Service 15

Customer Service Financial Loyalty Tips 15

SurveySparrow

OCTOBER 1, 2023

What is High Touch Customer Service? High-touch customer service, often referred to as “white glove” service, is a customer-centric approach that goes above and beyond to meet and exceed customer expectations. What is high-touch? Please enter a valid Email ID.

Customer Experience 52

Customer Experience Customer Service Self Service Chatbots 52

ProProfs Chat

JUNE 15, 2020

With more than 60% of consumers finding customers experience an important factor (irrespective of price), it becomes all the more crucial for your business to look into substantial customer-oriented marketing strategies. That means you need to make customer needs and happiness your top priority. Make Use of Social Media.

Strategy 105

Strategy Social Media e-support Software 105

Comm100

OCTOBER 11, 2017

Here we offer 12 essential tips for live chat operators to communicating effectively, addressing customer issues efficiently, and representing your brand professionally. Free Download] 50 Customer Service Training Activities for Live Chat and Telephone Teams. Better Customer Retention. 30% Customer Care.

Social Media 116

Social Media Customer Service Strategies Strategy Customer Service 116

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Three Practical Methods To Boost Consumer Experience Marketing by Yan Zhang. Forbes) Over the years, we have explored various ways that companies can break down some of the challenges regarding the overall consumer experience into smaller issues. Infographic: How Customer Service is Evolving in 2018 by Karishma Urs.

Customer Service 17

Customer Service Infographics Employee Experience Customer Service Strategies 17