Myra Golden

DECEMBER 6, 2016

There was a time when customer service departments/jobs were solely reactive. But increased competition and higher expectations from customers have led companies to require customer service professionals to take on a more proactive role. Customer Service . Tolerance for stress. Decision-making skills.

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Innovative CX

JANUARY 30, 2020

I’ve been involved in customer service for all my 40 years in business. For four decades, I’ve been trying to improve the customer experience for organizations in a variety of industries and diverse geographic locations. Years ago, we valued the face-to-face relationships that our front-line employees had with our customers.

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CSM Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2022

PCI Pal survey compares opinion between consumers and contact centre professionals in the UK and USA. The survey found however that personal service remains king for UK-based consumers, with a collective 59% preferring some form of person-to-person contact if they have an enquiry about a product, prior to purchase.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Prabhjot Singh at Knowmax , a company that empowers customer experience teams to improve engagement through AI-powered knowledge management. He talks about the trends that customer service and experience professionals can expect for the remaining months of 2023.

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Kustomer

MARCH 14, 2022

While phone support isn’t going anywhere, when you force consumers to switch platforms in order to get their questions answered, you give them a reason to abandon their purchase or generate negative feelings. The less effort, the better — and with the digital-first consumer, chat is often better. Why Consumers Love Chat.

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Help.com

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

The business of customer service has grown consistently, and the US Bureau of Labor Statistics says the number of customer service representatives will have grown by 5% between 2016 and 2026. If you’re looking to join the ranks and expand your customer service team, it’s important to know what you’re looking for.

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BlueOcean

JANUARY 4, 2017

The evolution of the self-serve customer service solution isn’t exactly headline news as we enter this new year. We all know that many, if not most, consumers today prefer to avoid interacting with a live customer service representative if a self-serve option is available. And that is headline news.

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CSM Magazine

JUNE 1, 2023

Mike Myer, CEO of Quiq, explores the impact of ChatGPT on the world of customer service. One of the first areas recent AI advances will impact greatly is customer service and support – the exchange of information between companies and their customers.

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Interactions

JUNE 8, 2023

Customer service has evolved from being a mere supplementary feature offered by businesses to a vital aspect in fostering enduring relationships with consumers in the competitive market landscape. Allocating resources for employee training and development can enable businesses to offer unparalleled customer service.

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NICE inContact

JUNE 7, 2018

In today’s digital economy, there have never been more opportunities for businesses and their customers to interact. Chat, text, social media, websites, IVR, even traditional phone calls with customer service representatives – the list continues to grow. This is an alarming discrepancy.

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Kustomer

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Today’s customers choose to shop at specific companies because of affordability, luxury, believing in what the brand stands for, the quality of the product, etc. However, with 79% of consumers saying customer service is extremely important when deciding. What Are Today’s Top Customer Service Expectations?

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Comm100

JUNE 30, 2021

Customer service is often cited as the most important factor in customer satisfaction. It’s why we’re here to talk about how your customer service team can give your customers a positive experience, no matter the circumstance or query. What exactly is customer service?

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Kustomer

JUNE 8, 2021

In a study conducted by The Global Consumer , more than one-third of global consumers purchased products online at least once per week. This means it’s more crucial than ever to focus on the e-commerce customer service experience. What Is E-Commerce Customer Service? Don’t take their problem for granted.

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Magellan Solutions

MARCH 26, 2024

Outsourcing Customer Service: The Smart Move for SMEs So you’re a business owner, always on the edge trying to keep up with the competition. Sure, you know it’s the happy customers that matter, but doesn’t customer service management look like a time-consuming skydive into a pool with no bottom?

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Myra Golden

DECEMBER 6, 2016

There was a time when customer service departments/jobs were solely reactive. But increased competition and higher expectations from customers have led companies to require customer service professionals to take on a more proactive role. Customer Service . Tolerance for stress. Decision-making skills.

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CSM Magazine

AUGUST 5, 2022

Customer service managers are responsible for overseeing customer service in an organization. Customer service manager jobs are typically available in large organizations that have a customer service department. Some customer service manager positions may also be available in small businesses.

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Magellan Solutions

APRIL 19, 2023

8 Secrets to Improving Customer Service in the Insurance Industry with Outsourcing If customers do not get satisfactory service, they easily switch to other competitors. In order to keep up with the changing needs, improving customer service in insurance is one of the top priorities of businesses.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

And of course, one of my favorite “holidays” is National Customer Service Week , which happens the first full week of October each year. Traditionally, Customer Service Week has been the time to highlight and celebrate the great work employees do to take care of their customers. This year it’s October 5-9.

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CSM Magazine

APRIL 4, 2024

This sector has experienced an amazing transformation over time, driven by shifting consumer demands and technology advancements. Client relations history in casinos shows an ongoing relationship between technology and tradition, from the earliest days of online services to the current focus on in-person encounters.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 28, 2023

She shares why customer standards matter and how your organization can meet them. Raise your customer service standards. Bell In this article, we’ll discuss the customer service standards customers value the most and how to meet them. Here’s what we’ll cover: What are customer service standards?

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InMoment XI

JANUARY 12, 2024

The advent of conversational intelligence has become a catalyst for transformation in the way that businesses communicate with consumers. More than just a technological innovation, conversational intelligence represents a paradigm shift how organizations understand, interpret, and harness the power of human conversations.

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InMoment XI

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

As e-commerce becomes increasingly global and competitive, business leaders understand that technology can be a valuable tool in reconnecting with consumers. In particular, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool, revolutionizing the way companies understand and enhance the customer experience.

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CSM Magazine

MAY 17, 2023

Understanding the psychology of customer service can help businesses create customer experiences that not only meet expectations but also exceed them. This, in turn, fosters customer loyalty and positive word-of-mouth recommendations, ultimately driving profitability. Emotions play a significant role in decision making.

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Call Experts

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Outsourcing customer service is one cost-effective way to improve the service quality that your company offers, particularly if you are just starting or your business is creating too much pressure on your existing customer service team. What is outsourcing customer service?

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Hallmark Business Connections

AUGUST 26, 2021

Punctuated by everything from in-house CEO talks to banquets to even picnics where families participate in a little friendly competition, National Customer Service Week has been heralded historically as a highlight for customer service representatives and other customer-facing workers. on the package.

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Comm100

JULY 20, 2021

Customer service has long been a slow-moving piece of the broader business landscape, and it’s not hard to see why: business owners are reluctant to experiment with customer service channels they’re unfamiliar with. Chatbots represent automation, efficiency, and logic. For customers. What is live chat?

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CSM Magazine

AUGUST 31, 2022

The terms “customer service” and “customer support” are bandied about somewhat indiscriminately throughout the business world. The two terms mentioned above are thought to be interchangeable for too many consumers of goods and services. Intervention versus Start-to-End Servicing.

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Service Untitled

AUGUST 3, 2011

The best customer service representatives focus on people. For anyone considering a career in customer service, one must initially be able to handle stress, handle pressure, maintain friendly interactions with customers, and follow through on tasks. The best customer service representatives are team players.

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CSM Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2022

“Excellent customer service is the number one job in any company. It is the personality of the company and the reason customers come back. Without customers, there is no company.” – Connie Elder. For businesses, the entire customer pool is available through social media. What is social customer service?

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Kustomer

APRIL 30, 2021

But with the recent shift to digital-first behavior, organizations were suddenly flooded with a higher volume of inquiries and a surging obligation to manage more critical touch points within the customer journey. The ability to juggle multiple priorities is crucial for customer service agents. Resilience. Multitasking Skills.

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ShepHyken

MAY 6, 2022

He shares how you can improve your customer service strategy and team to take advantage of the benefits an exceptional customer service function has to offer. Before customer service outsourcing , there was once a time when customer service was largely limited to one-on-one phone calls.

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CSM Magazine

APRIL 18, 2024

The landscape of customer service is dramatically changing with the introduction of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT. One of the main benefits of LLMs in customer service is increased efficiency. Here are some of the ways LLMs are being utilized: 1.

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Customer service is incredibly important. As the stage of a company which has the most direct contact with the final customer, it is key that customer service staff are properly trained and valued. Customer service has the potential to help customers with many different issues. Give Advice.

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Comm100

AUGUST 24, 2016

The problem might be with the quality of your product/service. But it might be largely due to your customer care practices. Here’s how you can tell if your customer service, for lack of a better word, sucks. You rarely—or never—have repeat customers. Your customer care staff is bitter and unmotivated.

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CSM Magazine

JULY 10, 2023

That’s why it’s important to nail your customer service emails. Conversations with consumers are more than simply a way to fix problems; they’re a chance to connect with potential brand advocates. Customer service can make or break your chance to convert a prospect into a loyal customer.

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and natural language programming (NLP) are altering how businesses communicate with their consumers. AI-powered personalization helps organizations to boost consumer engagement, loyalty, revenue and gain a more complete understanding of their customers – all in real-time.

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CSM Magazine

MAY 21, 2021

Although the skills needed to create engaging and valuable experiences are the same, the reasons why people contact customer service have changed a lot in recent years. This means that brand representatives need to expand their areas of expertise and learn to address issues that may not have been pain points in the past.

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