Retently

MARCH 2, 2023

While talking to every customer personally is almost impossible, CX surveys take this function on. Hence, businesses come up with options to minimize the efforts of their customers to share opinions and suggestions. What is a 5-star survey? So, what are some good survey questions to ask?

Survey 158

Survey Effort Score Ecommerce Customer Satisfaction 158

CX Accelerator

DECEMBER 31, 2018

When we are honest with ourselves, we all know culture is the linchpin for everything we do in the Contact Center. We have the very best and newest technology, hire the perfect “on-paper” resumes, and have the budget of King Tut, but without a healthy, positive working culture…these things are essentially meaningless.

Culture 244

Culture Contact Center Leadership Employee Engagement 244

InMoment XI

MAY 4, 2022

In fact, according to a survey conducted by Korn Ferry , 33% of employees plan to look for a new job due to being bored and needing a new challenge. These tips, which are drawn largely from the experience of customer service reps (CSRs), are widely applicable since in the end we all ultimately serve the customer.

Loyalty 580

Loyalty Call Center Leadership Call Center Solutions 580

GetFeedback

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Want to really step up your email survey game? Sending surveys by email is one of the most popular survey distribution methods today. However, email surveys must first overcome a major inbox hurdle: getting opened. Let’s take a look at five survey email subject line strategies that set your survey up for success.

Survey 246

Survey Strategy Tips Culture 246

Vonage

NOVEMBER 24, 2016

Four different cultures – and different points of view. We talked about the service we received at retail stores, banks, restaurants, hotels and airlines around the world. We each had very different opinions about what constitutes “good service.”. But what a challenge for committed service providers! My name is Ron.”

Culture 120

Culture Customer Service Entertainment Hospitality 120

BirdEye

AUGUST 3, 2023

Table of contents What is the customer satisfaction score? Benefits of measuring customer satisfaction When to measure customer satisfaction score? Tips on crafting effective survey questions What is a good CSAT score? The customer satisfaction score, or the CSAT score, measures customer experience.

Customer Satisfaction 98

Customer Satisfaction Customer Centricity Culture Effort Score 98

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. They demand highly convenient and fast service. Support the DIY culture: Focus on consumer enablement and empowerment through self-service.

Omni-Channel 359

Omni-Channel Self Service Customer Service Virtual Agent 359

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

APRIL 7, 2020

It’s probably safe to say that few of our organizations, no matter how well-meaning, eased perfectly into these new routines of working from home and distancing ourselves physically from our workplaces, our colleagues, our teams and our customers. There is a myth that customer-centric cultures happen by intuition and a little magic.

Customer Centricity 178

Customer Centricity Culture Customer Journeys Customers 178

Comm100

APRIL 2, 2024

Customer satisfaction (CSAT) scores are a vital metric for any business trying to track and improve their customer service and support. The scores provide a snapshot of how satisfied your customers are with your products or services, indicating areas of success and those needing improvement.

Strategy 238

Strategy How To Wait Times Customer Satisfaction 238

Interactions

JUNE 22, 2023

Interactions surveyed 1,000 consumers from across the U.S. in March 2023 to better understand the current customer experience mindset. This approach will encourage employees to go above and beyond to deliver exceptional service, increasing customer satisfaction and loyalty.”

Customer Centricity 62

Customer Centricity Culture Strategy Touchpoint 62

GetFeedback

APRIL 25, 2019

Working to improve your customer service has always been important, but in today’s highly competitive business environment it’s more essential than ever. As companies begin to compete on customer experience, consumers are increasingly setting higher standards for how they expect to be treated.

Customer Service 186

Customer Service Multi-Channel Net Promoter Score Omni-Channel 186

NICE inContact

OCTOBER 16, 2018

An industry survey of support center professionals reported nearly a third – 32% – indicated that customers had to talk to more than one agent in the course of their call. What’s more, 21% of support centers make customers repeat their story when they are transferred to another rep. Customer service is a great differentiator.

Call Center 260

Call Center Customer Service Self Service Social Media 260

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.

Customer Experience 202

Customer Experience Customer Service B2C Customer Retention 202

InMoment XI

AUGUST 17, 2023

Identify Pain Points: By listening to your customers’ experiences and collecting feedback at various touch points along the journey by utilising voice of the customer surveys , you can identify areas where your product falls short or where improvements can be made.

Net Promoter Score 493

Net Promoter Score Self Service Effort Score NPS 493

C3Centricity

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

And customers expect businesses to be constantly adapting and preparing for their future needs. Indeed, a survey by Salesforce reported that 76% of consumers expect companies to understand their needs and expectations. It’s about nurturing a proactive culture that anticipates and responds to changes swiftly.

Customer Insights 226

Customer Insights Feedback Social Media Customer Satisfaction 226

Lumoa

JANUARY 31, 2023

Voice of the customer: where to start? Define Roles Set targets Collect customer feedback Analyze the feedback Act on the feedback Close the loop with the customers Enhance customer-centric culture Recommended reading on Customer experience Why do you need Customer Experience Management?

Customer Experience 442

Customer Experience How To NPS Touchpoint 442

TechSee

MAY 4, 2021

Economic and logistical challenges have resulted in businesses turning to the gig economy to support and scale their customer service and sales efforts while lowering their fixed costs and in-house overhead. The Concept of GigCX: Freelance customer service agents. Why Customer Service is adopting the Gig Model.

Customer Service 182

Customer Service Contact Center Call Center Retail 182

ShepHyken

JUNE 7, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Interviews for CX: How to Conduct Interviews & How They Can Make a Difference by Jeannie Walters. Experience Investigators) Customer interviews can highlight issues in emotional ways.

Customer Service 134

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Customer Journeys Customer Centricity 134

Retently

MAY 2, 2023

When it comes to gathering customer feedback , the options are endless: comments, social media, emails, and chats with support teams. Yet, if you’re looking for a quick and reliable source of relevant information, surveys remain the go-to choice for successful businesses looking to improve customer experience.

Customer Journeys 142

Customer Journeys Survey Effort Score NPS 142

Micah Solomon

OCTOBER 9, 2018

The author, Micah Solomon, is an author, consultant, influencer, keynote speaker, and trainer in customer service, customer experience, customer service culture, and hospitality. Train your employees to handle unhappy customers–and to win them back when things go wrong. Is it inviting?

Customer Experience 264

Customer Experience Self Service Customer Service Hospitality 264

Retently

MAY 21, 2024

Bias in NPS can sneak in through several backdoors – like who’s chosen to take the survey, when or where it was answered, or how the questions are worded. This can make a big difference in the results, tilting them in a way that might not truly reflect how customers feel. NPS is not just about a number.

Net Promoter Score 145

Net Promoter Score NPS Culture Survey 145

Horizon CX

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

While efficiency and productivity are undoubtedly essential, businesses must not forget the importance of treating customers with genuine kindness and respect. Businesses need to recognize the importance of genuine care in customer interactions and prioritize the development of a customer-centric culture to mitigate these negative impacts.

Culture 130

Culture Customer Centricity Customer Satisfaction Loyalty 130

BlueOcean

JUNE 26, 2018

We sat down with Paul to discuss his views on best practices for creating incredible customer service. Do you have a “process” for consistently creating exceptional service experiences? Today, what matters most is the cultural fit. How do metrics and standards play a role in customer service? Empathy is key.

Customer Service 353

Customer Service Hospitality Contact Center Hotels 353

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. This excellent article has nothing new, but it gives us four reminders that will enhance any customer and/or client relationship. Download this ebook to discover why surveys are dying, and how AI can help to replace them now.

eBook 58

eBook Customer Service Tips Survey 58

ShepHyken

AUGUST 9, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Eight Ways Companies Can Turn A Negative Customer Experience Into A Positive One by Young Entrepreneur Council. How do you handle a bad customer service experience ? Here are my top five picks from last week.

Customer Service 146

Customer Service Social Media Report Culture 146

Comm100

MARCH 16, 2022

The gap between customer service in public and private sectors is vast. The top-performing private sector in the US boasts a customer satisfaction score of 8.3 All this makes providing the very best customer service in government no easy feat. Chapter 2: The state of customer service in government today.

Government 206

Government Customer Service Chatbots Effort Score 206

Thematic

APRIL 12, 2023

But unless they have a system in place to translate real user experiences into action, then at best they’re wasting effort, and at worst they’re just paying lip service. I’ll also explain the importance of closing the loop with customers that have provided valuable feedback.

Customer Centricity 62

Customer Centricity Culture Company Omni-Channel 62

InMoment XI

MARCH 4, 2024

It is hard to talk about survey methodology and practices without mentioning the Likert scale. While some may think the Likert scale is only used in academic research, it is a cornerstone of survey strategies across various industries such as travel & hospitality, automotive, and financial services. What is the Likert Scale?

Comparison 260

Comparison Net Promoter Score Analysis Effort Score 260

Lumoa

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

more friendly behavior in customer service) Marketing to take the info into account in better targeting (e.g. upselling to the most loyal customers) Process changes (e.g. informing the customer more often about how the repair is proceeding) Only after you have acted on feedback, customer experience processes are developing.

Net Promoter Score 445

Net Promoter Score Customer Journeys Customer Experience Omni-Channel 445

Comm100

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Most companies would agree that excellent customer service is a crucial aspect of running a business. A simple conversation between a customer service agent and a client goes a long way in determining whether that client will continue to pay for your services or whether they will move on. According to Cynthia J.

Culture 161

Culture How To Tips Training 161

TechSee

DECEMBER 28, 2020

In reality, the lines between customer service agents and technicians have become blurred – the technician’s role includes some traditional responsibilities of agents, and the agent’s role includes more responsibilities traditionally held exclusively by technicians.

Customer Service 186

Customer Service Contact Center Knowledge Base Self Service 186

Michel Falcon Experience

APRIL 15, 2020

Building a company culture of truth is a key priority for me and something I’m speaking candidly about. When I attend events to be a company’s company culture, employee engagement and customer experience keynote speaker , I share examples of how to build and lead a team. Building the Company Culture of Truth.

Culture 103

Culture Company How To Employee Engagement 103

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. Implementing these approaches can aid businesses in fostering a customer-centric culture centered around exceptional customer service.

Customer Service 62

Customer Service Exceptional Customer Service Omni-Channel Customer Service Representative 62

SurveySensum

MAY 2, 2024

These examples will showcase how closing the loop isn’t just good practice but a game-changer in the quest for customer loyalty and business success. Impact of Closed Loop on Customer Service: 10 Brand Examples 1. Their customer surveys consistently praised the coffee quality but mentioned a lack of exciting new flavors.

Examples 52

Examples Customer Service Social Media Loyalty 52

SurveySensum

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

SurveySparrow is a customer feedback platform that allows businesses to create and distribute surveys, collect responses, and analyze data. What sets it apart from traditional survey tools is its focus on providing a more conversational and interactive survey experience. Also, it makes your surveys attractive.

Tools 52

Tools Survey Multi-Channel Analytics 52

Russel Lolacher

JUNE 15, 2021

For inspiring employee experience ideas, a great place to look is what you’re probably already doing for the customer experience. Businesses often forget about the culture, and ultimately, they suffer for it because you can’t deliver good service from unhappy employees.” – Tony Hsieh. The customer sees it as wait time.

Employee Experience 128

Employee Experience Customer Experience Customer Service Customer Journeys 128

Comm100

MAY 25, 2022

Further social upheavals amongst workers and customer expectations have also occurred. Ultimately, customer service and contact centers have not been immune to these changes. Then we’ll analyze how your organization can respond to these changes and the ways in which technology can benefit your ability to serve customers.

Contact Center 130

Contact Center Customer Service Omni-Channel Social Media 130