ShepHyken

JANUARY 4, 2023

Customers Will Be Smarter and More Demanding Than Ever – I may sound like a broken record as I start each year with this prediction. Regardless of the type of business you’re in (B2B, B2C, B2B2C), everyone is a consumer. Trust is an emotional connection that drives repeat business and loyalty. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

Self Service 136

Self Service Customer Experience Customer Service B2C 136

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. Customer Loyalty.

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Customer Service Loyalty Programs Loyalty Competitive Advantage 64

ShepHyken

MARCH 18, 2024

For years, I’ve said that customers are smarter than ever than ever. New research from the Kearney Consumer Institute (KCI) indicates that there are clear distinctions between loyal customers and brand superfans, which creates even more opportunity for brands to build and nurture shopper relationships — and influence buying behaviors.

Customer Service 80

Customer Service Government Employee Experience Video 80

ShepHyken

MARCH 14, 2022

Using Customer Journey Maps and Jobs to Be Done for a Better Customer Experience by Tobias Komischke. CMSWire) Customer experience design’s goal is providing consumers with the offerings they need to accomplish their objectives frictionlessly across all phases of the customer lifecycle. And there’s much more.

Customer Journeys 73

Customer Journeys Customer Service Call Center Entertainment 73

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Why Experiential Rewards Are Winning Over Customers: 5 Stellar Examples by Peter Vogel (The Wise Marketer) In today’s highly competitive business environment, brands are constantly searching for innovative ways to engage and retain their customers. My Comment: I’m a fan of rewards and loyalty programs for a reason.

Customer Service 65

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Ecommerce Loyalty 65

ShepHyken

AUGUST 9, 2021

The goal is not only to fix the situation but to also restore their trust and loyalty with you. Customer Experience Starts – and Stops – With Emotions by Kristi Knight. This article includes a comment that I don’t always agree with: Customer service begins where customer experience fails.

Customer Service 145

Customer Service Social Media Report Culture 145

ShepHyken

JUNE 14, 2021

Actual vs. Intended Customer Experience: The Major Disconnect by Tara Sporrer. MarTech Series) Harvard Business Review found that delighting your customers doesn’t build loyalty; reducing their effort—the work they must do to get their problem solved—does. Forget Brand Loyalty. As the title implies, forget brand loyalty.

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Customer Service Retail Loyalty Study 94

Stella Connect

DECEMBER 15, 2021

This is just one key takeaway from Customer Service Trends for 2022: Preparing for the Future of Customer Service , a comprehensive report based on our customer service study of more than 2,100 consumers in the US and UK. 4 Critical Customer Support Trends and Why They Matter for Your Business.

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Trends Poor Customer Service Consumers Social Media 75

ShepHyken

AUGUST 17, 2020

What COVID-19 Did to Customer Loyalty by Caroline Jansen. Retail Dive) As retailers grappled with out-of-stocks, research found that 75% of consumers opted to shop alternative brands. My Comment: Our customers may have changed their buying habits in the past five months since the COVID-19 wreaked havoc on the business word.

Customer Service 92

Customer Service Retail Competitive Advantage Loyalty 92

ShepHyken

MAY 9, 2022

I like how this article makes us consider what will make the most positive impact on our customers. Three Stats That Will Change the Way You Think About Customer Loyalty Stats by Wise Marketer Staff. My Comment: You may think your customers are loyal, but they may not be. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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Customer Service Tips e-support Loyalty 67

Stella Connect

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

And what sets these customer-centric leaders apart from the rest? Here’s what we learned and where we recommend brands focus their customer service efforts. 4 Strategies for Meeting and Exceeding Customer Needs. #1: What matters the most when contacting customer service? #1: 1: Response time. #2:

Meeting 84

Meeting First Call Resolution Poor Customer Service Effort Score 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

JULY 26, 2021

workers surveyed by consulting firm Eagle Hill said that the employee experience impacts their ability to serve customers. times more likely to say they do not provide excellent customer service and twice as likely to say they do not deliver quality outcomes.”. “Sixty-four percent of U.S. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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Customer Service Contact Center Customer Retention Poor Customer Service 103

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.

Customer Service 75

Customer Service Touchpoint Retail Loyalty 75

Comm100

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Here are our top tips for small businesses to provide excellent customer support, no matter the team size or industry. Making it easy for your customers to reach you across different channels is vital, especially in 2021. Tips for unifying your customer service approach: – Use omnichannel customer service software.

Customer Service 130

Customer Service Self Service Social Media Knowledge Base 130

ShepHyken

APRIL 20, 2020

Loyalty programs boost businesses’ ability to keep customers by Jill Young Miller. Louis) In business, simple loyalty programs can strongly increase customer retention, Washington University in St. 7 Ways to Add More Value to Your Loyalty Program by Emily Rudin. Surveys in the Time of Pandemic by Jim Tincher.

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Loyalty Programs Customer Service Rewards Programs Loyalty 64

ShepHyken

MARCH 21, 2022

Our customer service research supports the theme. 59% percent of the more than 1,000 consumers we surveyed feel that customer service is worse now than before the pandemic. 5 Tips to Increase Your Customer Satisfaction in 2022 and Beyond by Wise Marketer Staff. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

Omni-Channel 67

Omni-Channel Customer Service Self Service Retail 67

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

Josh Linkner, innovation guru, shares four core ideas that build loyalty. Some of you may think these are common sense, but then think about how often you don’t experience these when you’re a customer. CIOs need to focus on customer experience now by Zavalaeus Kerr. These are perfect conversation starters to have with your team.

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Loyalty Programs Customer Service Loyalty Retail 76

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

A company’s call center is often the primary point of contact between customers and the organization. Therefore, optimizing the call center experience should be a top priority for companies that want to improve customer satisfaction and loyalty. My Comment: I’m often asked how to deliver customer service in challenging times.

Customer Service 62

Customer Service Call Center Ecommerce Call Center Experience 62

ShepHyken

JUNE 25, 2018

Keys To Earning Sustained Loyalty From Your Employees by Charle Brown. Chief Executive) Having strengthened millions of relationships for brands and causes worldwide, we’ve identified five critical steps to achieve the sustained loyalty your business needs. Customer experience is ‘tipping point’ for choosing a brand by Marianne Wilson.

Customer Service 85

Customer Service Loyalty Tips Conference 85

ShepHyken

APRIL 24, 2017

Hidden Secrets of Exceptional Customer Service From Amazon, PriceFixer, Netflix and Tesla You Could use to Command Your Customers’ Loyalty by Vicky Law. My Comment: Want to learn from some of the masters of customer service? 2017 Customer Service Expectations Survey by Gladly.

Customer Service 69

Customer Service Customer Service Training Loyalty Exceptional Customer Service 69

ShepHyken

MAY 28, 2018

For the record, contacting brands on social media only to be passed off to someone else is not social customer service. My Comment: Social Media Customer Service (Also known as Social Customer Care) continues to grow in popularity. My Comment: Loyalty programs can be powerful. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

Customer Service 77

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Social Media Loyalty 77

ShepHyken

MARCH 25, 2019

How Blending Brand And Culture Can Impact The Customer Experience by Chris Cancialosi. Forbes) Customer experience is a memory. A positive experience can result in lasting loyalty, endorsement, and evangelism. My Comment: A company that is known for its amazing customer service has it baked into its culture. (I

Customer Service 107

Customer Service Competitive Advantage Trends Culture 107

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 to Look for In Customer Service Training Programs.

Customer Service 67

Customer Service Self Service Banking Culture 67

Service Untitled

MARCH 12, 2010

Home About Service Untitled Subscribe for Free Consulting Contact Archives Customer loyalty and Toyota Cheryl March 12, 2010 Behind the Scenes , Customer Service , Specific Companies 2 Comments There have been 8 million Toyota vehicles recalled. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site.

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Loyalty Airlines Automotive Government 43

InMoment XI

MARCH 11, 2024

This app responds to customer concerns at all hours of the day, and provides prompt and accurate resolutions to their problems. When the interaction is over and the credit union deploys a customer satisfaction survey , the customer will answer that they were satisfied with their experience.

Feedback 260

Feedback Net Promoter Score Customer Experience Social Media 260

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.” Personal touch for customer service drives retention, loyalty by Helen Leggatt. The phone used to be the main way customers connected with companies, but not anymore.

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. Customers expect an easy and convenient experience with anyone they do business with. A great product delivered with a great customer experience that is also easy is a winning combination. It’s about customer service training.

Customer Service 18

Customer Service Customer Service Training Loyalty Programs Loyalty 18

ShepHyken

JULY 11, 2016

Maritz Motivation Solutions: Six Questions to Ask Before Launching a Loyalty Program by PR Web. My Comment: While this is a press release put out by Maritz, it links to a free download of “The Insider’s Guide to Customer Loyalty.” Well worth your attention, especially if you have any type of customer loyalty program.

Customer Service 48

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Loyalty Tips 48

ShepHyken

JUNE 27, 2016

She shared the new report, The Microsoft Global State of Customer Service. There were 5,000 consumers interviewed throughout the world. It’s defined by interactions between brand and customers. New Temkin Group Research Shows Connection Between Net Promoter Score Metric And Loyalty by Temkin Group.

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Net Promoter Score Customer Service NPS Report 74

ShepHyken

JANUARY 22, 2018

(Harvard Business Review) Customer service seems like common sense for businesses. My Comment: This is a fascinating article with a focus on customer service delivered through social channels. Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, professional speaker and New York Times bestselling business author.

Customer Service 90

Customer Service Chatbots Wireless Airlines 90

ShepHyken

MAY 1, 2023

Making customers’ lives easier can lead to greater loyalty, enhanced customer satisfaction, and ultimately, improved business results. Looking Ahead for Loyalty in 2023 by Meg Tronquet (Concentrix) Loyalty programs were the talk of the town in 2022. My Comment: Another one of my favorite topics is customer loyalty.

Customer Service 13

Customer Service Customer Retention Loyalty Customer Service Training 13

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 20, 2022

Eight Tips To Get Inactive Customers Excited About Your Business Again by Young Entrepreneur Council. Forbes) Without customer loyalty, a business can struggle to succeed. At first, coffee was cheap and plentiful — though options for consuming it were limited. Consider the example of coffee. Maybe it’s time to start!).

Customer Service 12

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Customer Journeys Loyalty 12

ShepHyken

APRIL 10, 2023

Engaged Employees Create Better Customer Experiences by Denise Lee Yohn (Harvard Business Review) It’s time for leaders to double down on the idea that the employee experience (EX) is now the key driver of the customer experience (CX) and find smarter, strategic ways of connecting the two. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken

Customer Service 12

Customer Service Employee Experience Social Media Loyalty 12

CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Twenty-six percent need just one bad customer service experience to go somewhere else. 5 Ways to Improve Customer Service for Your Lending Business. But until we build AI to replace humans, your customer service agents are your best assets. Invest in People. We live in a hi-tech world.

Omni-Channel 52

Omni-Channel Customer Service Banking Financial 52

ShepHyken

JULY 24, 2023

Retailers’ Attempts To Dissuade Returns May Impact Brand Loyalty by Alicia Thorpe (RetailWire) The tension between retailers and shoppers is growing, and it’s because of returns. Our customer service research finds that 53% of American consumers will pay more for a convenient experience. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

Customer Service 12

Customer Service Effort Score Retail B2B 12