InMoment XI

JULY 12, 2022

Metrics, metrics, metrics. It’s common for frontline employees like contact center agents to be inundated with them—schedule adherence, efficiency, handle time, and hopefully, amid all of that and more, customer experience (CX) metrics. This strengthens brand connection and creates a customer-centric culture.

Contact Center 529

Contact Center Metrics Customer Centricity Culture 529

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

JANUARY 5, 2021

As companies move from thinking about customer experience objectives to acting on them, they need to turn generalized well-wishes into specific strategies, plans, and disciplines that will define their “way.” It’s easy to TALK customer experience. It’s easy to say things like, “We love our customers!”

Customer Centricity 190

Customer Centricity Culture Customer Journeys Government 190

Horizon CX

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The Art of Selling CX: Convincing Skeptical Senior Leaders on Customer Experience Success Introduction In the dynamic landscape of customer experience (CX) management, the journey extends beyond strategic implementation; it’s a constant process of persuasion and selling ideas, especially to senior leadership.

Customer Centricity 130

Customer Centricity Customer Journeys Automotive Fashion 130

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

JULY 28, 2020

The brands who create a habit of putting the customer first, defining success for both the organization and the customer, and developing best practices and business discipline around execution are the ones who can truly be customer-centric. Customer Experience Strategy Depends on the Right Mindset, Vision and Plan.

Strategy 225

Strategy Customer Journeys Customer Experience Net Promoter Score 225

Customer Bliss

JANUARY 19, 2017

Many companies talk about having a customer-centric strategy. But if you attempted to apply a customer-centric strategy in 2016 (or even have it on the radar for this year), how do you know if it’s working? A lot of attempts at customer-centric strategy fall down right here.

Customer Centricity 100

Customer Centricity Strategy Chief Customer Officer Metrics 100

SurveyGizmo

MARCH 15, 2021

Every customer now looks for ways to do business both online and in-person according to their unique needs and situation. And the most progressive organizations are embracing strategies focused on customer-centricity. However, all of this only works if you have a corresponding transformation to employee-centricity.

Customer Centricity 90

Customer Centricity Net Promoter Score Culture Employee Engagement 90

ijgolding

APRIL 19, 2017

This month, in my exclusive column for CustomerThink, I continue to explore in detail my perspective on seven ‘tips’ that will enable any organisation to become genuinely customer centric. Strategy needs to be a balance between what the business wants and what the customer wants.

Strategy 191

Strategy Customer Experience Customer Centricity How To 191

ECXO

MAY 11, 2023

Everything they do is built around their customers. In other words, they are truly customer-centric. Businesses with a customer focus are relentless in finding new ways to create value. Others are more advanced in adopting, implementing and optimising strategies. Is your business truly customer-centric?

Customer Centricity 52

Customer Centricity Customer Journeys Self Service Culture 52

Horizon CX

JUNE 5, 2023

This glaring perception gap warrants exploration and understanding to identify the reasons behind it and uncover effective strategies to bridge the divide. Reasons for the Perception Gap: Internal Focus: Senior leaders, consumed by internal metrics and operational priorities, may become detached from the reality of customer experiences.

Net Promoter Score 130

Net Promoter Score Customer Centricity Effort Score Touchpoint 130

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

JULY 11, 2023

However, many customer experience (CX) initiatives fall short of achieving their desired outcomes due to a lack of proactive leadership and strategic planning. There needs to be a focus on intentional strategy, clear goals, effective communication, employee empowerment, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Customer Experience 110

Customer Experience Competitive Advantage Leadership Customer Centricity 110

Horizon CX

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The Power of Purging Perfunctory Performance Introduction In the bustling world of business, where metrics often dominate discussions and efficiency reigns supreme, one crucial aspect can sometimes be overlooked: the human element. Here are some strategies to consider.

Culture 130

Culture Customer Centricity Customer Satisfaction Loyalty 130

ijgolding

JUNE 14, 2016

I often say that if I were to be given £5, or $5 for every time a member of the C-Suite stated that ‘customer centricity’ was ‘very important’ to their business, I would be a VERY rich man – but is it actually true! Organisations having a dedicated resource to champion their Customer Experience cause 10%.

Customer Centricity 120

Customer Centricity Customer Experience Customers Leadership 120

Horizon CX

MAY 19, 2023

Transforming an entire organization requires addressing multiple factors simultaneously, such as strategy, structure, processes, culture, and people. Ineffective Leadership: Leadership plays a crucial role in driving and sustaining organizational transformation.

Customer Centricity 130

Customer Centricity Leadership Culture Customer Experience Management 130

Integrity Solutions

APRIL 28, 2021

What actions can you take to both increase employee engagement and create a customer retention strategy that moves more of your customers from “satisfied” to “loyal”? One of the key tenets of a customer retention strategy is that it relentlessly focuses on value creation. Operationally define “customer-centric”.

Customer Retention 87

Customer Retention Strategy Net Promoter Score Employee Engagement 87

Lumoa

JANUARY 19, 2023

We will discuss topics such as defining the department’s goals and objectives, assessing the current state of customer service, and developing a strategy. These preliminary steps will help you create a customer experience department that meets your customers’ needs and achieves your business goals.

Customer Experience 236

Customer Experience Net Promoter Score How To Customer Journeys 236

ijgolding

JUNE 9, 2015

You must absolutely believe that enabling an organisation to be more customer centric is the ‘right thing to do’ – right for the customer; right for the employee; and right for the shareholder. Not only that, the Customer Experience is not the responsibility of a CXP – it is the responsibility of the WHOLE ORGANISATION.

Customer Experience Professionals 120

Customer Experience Professionals Leadership Customer Experience Effort Score 120

InMoment XI

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

On Thursday, January 25th, we hosted the “Changing The Game” event in Austin, TX—a crucible for innovative ideas and game-changing strategies to address the consumer market in 2024 and beyond. A study by Salesforce revealed that 76% of customers expect companies to understand their needs and expectations.

Hospitality 260

Hospitality Call Center Retail NPS 260

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

DECEMBER 15, 2023

That’s why the foundational work of defining CX at your organization — through a CX Mission Statement and CX Success Statement — is so critically important to accomplishing real change and delivering on real outcomes through customer experience. Customer experience will happen whether or not you talk about. Did CSAT get better ?

Communication 304

Communication Tips Customer Journeys Customer Experience 304

SurveySparrow

AUGUST 14, 2023

They are the result of a well-crafted customer experience framework that transforms regular businesses into customer-centric marvels. We’ll explore what they are, what makes them exceptional, and how you can implement them to create unforgettable customer experiences. Happy employees create happy customers.

Customer Journeys 52

Customer Journeys Strategy Customer Experience Customer Centricity 52

ECXO

MARCH 20, 2024

Natalie Petouhoff Subscribe directly on Linkedin: [link] The European Customer Experience Organization (ECXO) is thrilled to announce our upcoming session on the Economics of Empathy: Why Customer, Employee, and AI Centricity Pays, featuring the esteemed Dr. Natalie Petouhoff , a Global AI + Empathy Adviser.

Case Study 52

Case Study Customer Centricity Leadership ROI 52

ClearAction

DECEMBER 26, 2022

CX Index: Cracking the Code in Your Customer Experience Strategy Lynn Hunsaker. The CX Index measures customer experience among brands in 13 industries. To pierce the “Excellent” glass ceiling, your customer experience strategy must shift gears. Customer Loyalty. Customer Loyalty Factors.

Strategy 71

Strategy Customer Experience Policies Loyalty 71

Thematic

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Likewise, sales-led companies know that ultimately products must deliver customer value. This is where customer-led growth comes in. Customer-led growth supersedes product-led and sales-led strategy by putting customer needs first. Now we’re realizing that we need to center it around customer needs.

Strategy 71

Strategy Banking Metrics Analysis 71

Blake Morgan

DECEMBER 5, 2023

She aims to empower customers, particularly those with limited savings, to confidently navigate their financial journeys. This shift from traditional CX strategies to a focus on long-term financial well-being is a game-changer in the industry. At the core of Wethman’s philosophy is fostering a customer-centric culture within Best Egg.

Loyalty 105

Loyalty Chief Customer Officer Financial Innovation 105

Customer Bliss

JULY 14, 2016

Short post this week as I’m in the middle of moving, but I wanted to take a few seconds and discuss leadership accountability as relates to customer experience. In the writings and speeches I’ve done, I commonly refer to this as “one-company leadership.” Leadership accountability. Silo heads (i.e.

Leadership 100

Leadership Customer Experience Chief Customer Officer Metrics 100

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

As more leaders discuss becoming customer-centric, I wonder how many actually walk the talk and put actions into their plans. What if customer-centric ideas and tactics were included in all strategy plans ? A strategy that is truly customer customer-focused needs to include ideas like these: 1.

Customer Centricity 110

Customer Centricity Social Media Consulting Strategy 110

CSM Practice

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Customer success teams use playbooks and strategies in their ongoing efforts to ensure customers achieve operational success and maximize value from your solution offerings. But how do you measure the effectiveness of your customer success team and their playbooks? Customer Financial Metrics.

Metrics 59

Metrics Net Promoter Score Effort Score NPS 59

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

JANUARY 28, 2020

Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to begin at the beginning, build your case, and create a coalition of customer-focused leaders. First, understand the true costs of NOT investing in customer experience. Related: Customer Experience ROI: Why Not Investing can Sabotage Your Success. Next, understand the baseline.

Customer Journeys 250

Customer Journeys Net Promoter Score ROI Metrics 250

ShepHyken

MARCH 19, 2021

She introduces a few female customer service speakers and shares their advice for women pursuing leadership roles in CS/CX. In the wake of International Women’s Day, it’s beyond time to talk about a pivotal issue in customer service: the lack of representation of women in leadership roles. COO at ultimate.ai

Leadership 88

Leadership Self Service Customer Service Trends 88

GetFeedback

MAY 9, 2019

At this level, you’re also working on developing a customer experience strategy. Stage 4 —O perationalize: You begin to re-design your company’s operational processes based on customer insight and other customer experience metrics. Stage 5 — Align: Being customer-centric is the norm in your company at this stage.

Customer Experience 337

Customer Experience Customer Journeys Metrics Effort Score 337

TechSee

JUNE 16, 2022

Paul is a Transformational, hands-on, customer service department leader with extensive experience using performance metrics, lean process improvements, and positive leadership in building effective, efficient, and happy customer service departments. Jim Iyoob, Chief Customer Officer at Etech Global Services.

Customer Service 251

Customer Service Contact Center Chief Customer Officer Call Center 251

Lumoa

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Success in customer experience (CX) can be represented by numbers. A high Net Promoter Score (NPS), a large number of new customers in a month, or fewer unsatisfactory customer service request conclusions, are just some of the metrics we use to measure an effective customer experience.

Competitive Advantage 208

Competitive Advantage Customer Experience Net Promoter Score Effort Score 208

Totango

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Becoming customer-centric —putting the customer’s needs and interests at the center of your goals and processes—is impossible without customer data. You need customer data to track progress toward goals, deliver on promises, and continually upgrade your product. Customer feedback. Support tickets.

Customer Centricity 59

Customer Centricity Data Case Study Lifetime Customer 59

Horizon CX

JUNE 27, 2023

By bringing these elements together, organizations can create a unified customer experience that fosters loyalty, satisfaction, and long-term success. It is vital to align marketing branding and service delivery to ensure a consistent and positive customer experience across all touchpoints.

Customer Experience 130

Customer Experience Customer Centricity Culture Brands 130

Retently

JULY 28, 2023

How do you approach customer happiness in your company? Do you simply rely on the generic “the customer is always right” speech, or do you have a customer-centric culture in place that’s overseen by a professional who understands how customers think and feel, and who knows how to get that point of view across to other employees too?

Chief Customer Officer 142

Chief Customer Officer Customer Centricity Call Center Metrics 142

ClearAction

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Secrets to Customer-Centric Business Growth Lynn Hunsaker. A potter’s wheel makes a great metaphor for customer-centered business. Sharing the vision, walking the talk, and nurturing the ecosystem are foundational musts for customer-centered business. Motives — Driving Win-Win Attitudes.

Customer Centricity 74

Customer Centricity Sports Policies Culture 74

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

AUGUST 22, 2023

Discloser: This article uses affiliate links to LinkedIn Learning Most companies say they want to provide a great experience for their customers. They might even proclaim to put customers first or be customer-centric. The Voice of the Customer (VoC) will guide you to improve their experience. That’s not true.

Customer Experience 143

Customer Experience Effort Score Course Feedback 143

Eptica

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 Author: Guest author - Jeannie Walters Avoid these 5 CX Leadership Traps! Focusing exclusively on the WHAT of metrics, not the WHY Business leaders in every industry are driven by data and charts. Moving from metrics to insights means examining what caused that uptick. Predictive analyses?

Leadership 77

Leadership Net Promoter Score Contact Center Effort Score 77