Lumoa

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

This is where a Voice of the Customer approach can help by organizing and prioritizing customer insights into a usable format. In This Article: What is the Voice of the Customer (VoC)? Why you should care about the Voice of the Customer? It’s unlikely we need to convince you of the power of listening to your customer.

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Analysis Data How To Customer Centricity 423

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 27, 2017

This week we feature an article by Tim Fujita-Yuhas that discusses the importance of empathy when using new technology for customer service. He looks at the next generation of texting, known as RCS (Rich Communication Services), which I think will become a very valuable tool. – Shep Hyken.

Customer Service Strategies 83

Customer Service Strategies Strategy Customer Service Hotels 83

Team Support

MARCH 28, 2024

If you’re in the customer support world, then you know that achieving excellence in the space requires more than addressing customers’ immediate needs. You must first redefine what customer service means entirely. It's here that TeamSupport Software shines, revolutionizing customer support management.

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ROI Self Service Customer Service Return on Investment 52

Team Support

MAY 31, 2023

Chatbots are fast becoming part of the digital core of tech tools that companies utilize as a secret weapon to increase their competitive advantage in the customer service arena. Today’s chatbots are more focused on enhancing the customer experience by offering immediate answers to common challenges.

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Chatbots Customer Service Competitive Advantage Self Service 98

CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Reuters Events are excited to announce the next free customer service & experience webinar: ‘Becoming a CX Visionary: How Leaders Build a Customer-Centric Culture’ featuring senior leaders from CVS Health, Comcast, Nissan NA & Bloomfire! Register now to join live or pre-order the recording!

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Solvvy

JULY 13, 2022

As companies strive to make the customer experience more personal and empathetic, could the answer be customer service automation? Customer service automation can help you overcome other customer support challenges. Customer service automation can fill some of those gaps.

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Self Service Customer Service Knowledge Base Chatbots 90

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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Self Service Trends Customer Service Chatbots 60

Help Scout

APRIL 29, 2021

Your customer service culture is not what your fancy “Customer Guarantee” promises, and it’s not whatever you say it is in your new employee handbook. It’s worth noting that companies with any of these primary cultures can still deliver good customer service experiences. Strategies for company executives.

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Talkdesk

JULY 14, 2016

Wikipedia defines customer service as “the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase.” Although that definition captures the essence of customer service, it lacks a few important elements. The first question that comes to mind when thinking of customer service is cost.

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CSM Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2019

The customer service department is too often referred to as “just a cost center”. As experience overtakes price and product as a key brand differentiator, customer service is being recognized as the face of, and driver for, organization-wide strategy. The board includes: EVP, Global Customer Care, Mastercard.

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Customer Service Strategies Meeting Strategy Customer Service 40

ShepHyken

JANUARY 11, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How to Measure Your Customer Experience Maturity by Sharon Florentine. My Comment: This is an introduction to the concept of customer experience (CX) maturity. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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Social Media Customer Service Guidelines Loyalty 91

Lumoa

JUNE 14, 2023

Before we dive into our remedies, let’s take a look at some of the root causes that could be behind your score going south: Inadequate or Poor Customer Service Many customers tend to be unforgiving if their support experience isn’t up to scratch. Think about it. Or recommend them to your friends and family?

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The reason most organizations deliver poor or mediocre customer service is that they don’t understand the power of a customer service strategy. John Tschohl of the Service Quality Institute, explains. Strategy is a powerful tool you can use to gain market share and market dominance.

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Tools Strategy Exceptional Customer Service Customer Service Strategies 59

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 28, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How To Build A Customer Service Strategy And Drive Repeat Business by Krishna Charan. Here are four examples from four brands on how they are delivering a great customer service experience.

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Customer Service Loyalty Programs Customer Centricity Customer Service Strategies 54

TechSee

MARCH 7, 2022

Customer experience and engagement are not buzzwords – they are solid performance indicators that continue to gain traction and are a top priority for businesses. In today’s digital-first and customer-centric world, fast response time and problem solving are at the core of customer demand. Employee Experience.

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Self Service Examples Customer Service Representative Customer Service Strategies 109

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Service Rookie Mistakes That Could Be Tarnishing Your Business Image! CustomerThink) Let’s face it, poor customer care support service can cost a business a fortune! by Deeksha Dadu.

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Customer Service Self Service Customer Centricity Video 85

ShepHyken

MARCH 18, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 1 0 Tips to Build a Customer Centric Work Culture by Vandita Grover. My Comment: Consistent accolades about a company’s customer service and experience don’t happen by accident.

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Net Promoter Score Customer Service Omni-Channel Customer Centricity 86

Integrity Solutions

OCTOBER 27, 2021

In a world where customers have more options available to them — and more ways to vent frustrations publicly — you can’t afford to drop the ball on excellent customer service. Last week was National Customer Service Week , an annual — and now global — event devoted to celebrating the people who make customer service happen.

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Customer Service Self Service Banking Culture 67

CSM Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2019

In an era of rapid automation and technological advances it can be easy to lose track of what customer service really means. As brands we need to ensure we are customer-centric, always putting their needs first and delivering a level of care that is personal and helpful regardless of scale.

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Customer Service Multi-Channel How To Customer Centricity 40

Comm100

JANUARY 14, 2016

Consequently, as newer technologies enable more ease in performing business transactions, consumers will have higher expectations when it comes to customer service and sales support. In recent years, consumers have placed greater importance on the quality of customer service than on the price and quality of products alone.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. 3 Techniques to Help you Really Understand your Customers by Shay Namdarian. My Comment: I have always believed that the best customer service people have a “hospitality mentality.” Here are my top five picks from last week.

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Customer Service Hospitality Customer Centricity Competitive Advantage 81

Team Support

OCTOBER 4, 2022

In the end, the most damaging thing a business can do is tell a customer one thing and then do another. Nobody likes a hypocrite, and even if your customer service team had no intention of giving misleading statements or half-truths, the customer will almost always see it in the most negative light. Be customer-first.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Culture is one of the most important parts of customer service and customer experience. I’ve written numerous articles about this and have included a chapter on this topic in my latest book, I’ll Be Back: How to Get Customers to Come Back Again and Again , which by the way, is finally out. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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Culture Customer Centricity Sports Customer Service Training 107

ProProfs Chat

JUNE 30, 2020

Customers wouldn’t see what you have to offer, but what you are willing to change for them. That’s the true essence of customer service experience. To help you understand this essence and develop better customer service strategies, we’ve curated a list of some of the best customer service books below.

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Customer Service Handbook Customer Satisfaction Loyalty 85

Vonage

MARCH 26, 2018

Personalized customer service is about treating people as individuals. In an age where customers can buy into your products and services from almost anywhere in the world, this has become increasingly complex. Give customers choice Customers don’t think in terms of channels.

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Omni-Channel Self Service Customer Experience Social Media 145

ShepHyken

APRIL 12, 2019

Many of these employees were tasked with challenging customer-facing positions. For example, Macy’s hired 1,500 employees at customer service call centers and countless more for sales floors across the country, while Target doubled its team dedicated to in-store pickups and curbside services.

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Customer Service Tourism How To Retail 107

InMoment XI

OCTOBER 10, 2023

In today’s competitive business landscape, understanding customer service metrics is paramount. These metrics not only gauge the effectiveness of your customer service initiatives but also shape your overall business strategy and customer experience. What Exactly Are Customer Service Metrics?

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Metrics Net Promoter Score Customer Service Effort Score 260

Second to None

MARCH 9, 2018

Customer expectations within the social media space are changing as the technology platforms become more integrated in society. Specifically, the ability to provide a high level of customer service can help improve the way that online consumers perceive your brand. 3: Customer service data matters.

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Social Media Chatbots Customer Service Brands 69

CSM Magazine

MAY 16, 2023

More businesses are recognising the value of outstanding customer service. In fact, 88% of companies now prioritise customer experience in their contact centres. This confirms that quality customer service and brand recognition go hand in hand.

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B2B Financial Customer Centricity B2C 52

Integrity Solutions

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

It’s easy to say that we put the customer first, but what does that actually look like in practice? In the past, customer service centers were viewed as cost centers or expenses. Today, the organizations that are delivering a superior customer experience are proving just how outdated that perspective is.

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CSM Magazine

JULY 24, 2019

An unhappy customer leads to a limited, fractured relationship and a loss of any potential brand loyalty and future sales. If your business is customer centric, then focusing on customer service should be a top priority. Here are 5 ways you can improve your company’s customer service.

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Customer Service Employee Engagement Feedback Training 45

ShepHyken

JANUARY 8, 2021

They were the cornerstone of the service industry, and in many ways they still are. According to HubSpot, 90% of consumers argue that one channel alone is not enough in terms of customer service, instead preferring an omnichannel experience consisting of email, live chat, social media and contact centres.

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e-support Omni-Channel Competitive Advantage Customer Centricity 136

ShepHyken

JANUARY 12, 2021

The New, Better Customer Experience. How to Drive a Customer-Centric Culture. They discuss strategies for creating customer-centricity by improving the employee and customer experiences. Top Takeaways: There are two halves to customer centricity.

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Customer Centricity Return on Investment Employee Experience Leadership 73

CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Customers are like elephants; they have amazing memories. This means they will never forget a truly wonderful or absolutely horrible service experience. So, in these tough economic times, what are the best customer service strategies to provide elephant-astic experiences?

Self Service 52

Self Service Customer Experience Gamification Analytics 52

Talkdesk

APRIL 28, 2016

We are having a renaissance moment in the realm of customer service. More than ever, businesses have become focused on forging strong, meaningful relationships with their customers. With so much going on, it can be daunting to undertake an effort to reform your customer service. These are exciting times indeed!

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Customer Service Net Promoter Score Effort Score Call Center 45

Joe Rawlinson

JULY 8, 2015

Accenture’s research also found that Millennials demand a customer-centric shopping experience and like to be treated like valued customers. You must be consistent when engaging with customers on social media and work on maintaining relationships as well as building new ones. Ongoing social engagement. And it works.

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Customer Service Social Media Ecommerce Retail 60

Retently

MARCH 18, 2024

Through carefully crafted service survey questions, businesses can glean insights into customer sentiment, measure the impact of their customer service team, and understand the shades of customer satisfaction and loyalty. Whether through a simple “How satisfied were you with our service?”

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Survey Customer Service Strategy Effort Score 130