Who's Your Gladys?

JULY 7, 2016

While many companies like to combine stellar customer service with a subtle up-sell to grow their sales, there’s a fine line between an up-sell and a turn-off. The post Tactics that Kill Customer Relationships appeared first on Who's Your Gladys? Here’s a great example of what not to do.

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TechSee

AUGUST 14, 2023

TechSee’s Annual Influencer List For a second year, everyone at TechSee is proud and excited to share our annual list of influential leaders in the space of digital customer service. His goal is to harness the collective intelligence of customer-centric thought leaders to help businesses create better customer relationships.

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ShepHyken

JULY 14, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Christopher Jan Benitez, a writer specializing in digital marketing and customer experience. He writes about building and maintaining strong customer relationships through effective email communication. Email communication is essential to building and maintaining strong customer relationships.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

She discusses the difference between transactional and relational customer service. Effective customer service should contribute to a positive relationship between the organization and the customer. Beyond convenience, customer service should develop customers’ sense of belonging and recognition.

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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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Wired and Dangerous

OCTOBER 3, 2016

Greetings, Welcome to this special blog marking National Customer Service Week – October 3 – 7. We hope you are delivering special care and appreciation to your customers this week but also every other week. Most customer relationships don’t end in conflict. Most vanilla to death.

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TechSee

MAY 19, 2021

In the last few years, the customer service domain has experienced an awakening with the rising awareness of the benefits of delivering a good customer experience. Companies have invested in their customer service function to differentiate and personalize their brand and improve overall operational efficiency.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Traditional loyalty programs, which often offer points or cash rewards, are being outdone by a new trend: experiential rewards. My Comment: I’m a fan of rewards and loyalty programs for a reason.

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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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ShepHyken

JANUARY 1, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Rethinking Customer Loyalty in the Age of the ‘Zero Consumer’ by Dennis Limmer (Forbes) The retail industry is undergoing a seismic shift due to the emergence of “zero consumers.” Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 7, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. The first trend that caught my eye had to do with paid loyalty programs. Whatever drives repeat business – and ideally, customer loyalty – is a good program. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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CSM Magazine

MARCH 22, 2024

Customer service processes have evolved dramatically with the advent of advanced workflow automation tools. These innovations provide a robust solution to the age-old challenges of managing customer interactions efficiently.

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GetFeedback

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Fixing problem areas in your customer experience can yield the greatest benefits, including increased growth around revenue and customer advocates. In this post, let’s take a deeper look at the role customer effort plays in retention and churn, as well as how you can measure this throughout the course of a customer relationship.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Are You Asking the Right Customer Experience Questions? It’s these meaningful, actionable, high-quality customer perspectives that fuel unforgettable experiences and create brand loyalty. by Janelle Estes.

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Magellan Solutions

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Stick around if you’re ready to unlock the magic of customer loyalty and reap the rewards of inbound support services. We’ll help you forge those meaningful connections and create unforgettable customer experiences. Inbound support services are essential to delivering top-notch solutions.

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ShepHyken

MAY 26, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Zsuzsa Kecsmar, CMO and Head of Partnerships of Antavo , a software company that manages brand loyalty and retention programs. She writes about next-generation loyalty programs and how they can enhance customer experience.

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Interactions

MARCH 11, 2022

From customer experience and customer journey, to customer service and customer care, are they all talking about the same thing? Looking at the big picture, we know that all these terms have something to do with the relationship between a business and their customers. Customer journey.

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TechSee

APRIL 13, 2021

Is customer service a cost center or a profit center? The traditional outlook on customer service. A cost center is a function or department – like customer service – that costs your business money to operate but doesn’t actively generate revenue.

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Win the Customer

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

This is where artificial intelligence (AI) and chatbots come into play, revolutionizing the way businesses interact with their customers. Customer service is the lifeblood of any business. Unlike human agents who have limited working hours, chatbots can assist customers 24/7. AI-driven chatbots offer a scalable solution.

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Eptica

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2020 Author: Guest author: Adrian Swinscoe Why creating empathy in your customer service is so hard. Author: Guest author: Adrian Swinscoe Organisations understand the value of empathy to strengthening the customer relationship, boosting satisfaction, and increasing loyalty.

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CloudCherry

JULY 10, 2019

Customer experience (CX) is one of the most important contributors to building customer loyalty and fostering long-lasting customer relationships. And in most cases, it is tied very closely to good customer service. Customer experience and customer service are two peas in a pod.

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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.

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Method:CRM

AUGUST 15, 2022

So, when it comes to the customer experience vs. customer relationship debate, the answer is both! The key to delivering a great customer experience (CX) is establishing solid relationships with your clientele. . Customer experience vs. customer relationship: What they mean for your business.

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Experience Investigators by 360Connext

APRIL 23, 2024

Leading customer experience efforts within a larger business strategy can offer a blueprint for fostering customer loyalty, enhancing customer (and employee) retention, and ultimately, driving brand loyalty. Understanding Customer Experience Management (CEM) Let’s start at the beginning. Strategy First.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Constructing Care: How Your Customers Know They Matter by Chip Bell (Forbes) It sounds like a broken record. And caring is the foundation of trust and the preamble to loyalty. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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TechSee

JANUARY 26, 2021

Challenged by continuing uncertainty and perhaps uncharted territory, it has never been harder to predict what lies ahead in the world of consumer trends and customer service. We may not have a crystal ball – but we can take a look at five key customer service trends that leading analyst firms agree on.

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Magellan Solutions

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Have you heard that 81% of buyers say that experiencing good customer service increases their likelihood of making a repeat purchase ? Exceptional customer service is a guiding light, capturing attention amidst many options. The goal is for customers to see your business as excellent and become passionate advocates.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. As the customer journey continues to evolve into something more dynamic and diverse, it’s imperative to think about ways of optimising your (hopefully) amorous customer relationships through your business communications.

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Team Support

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Although hiring staff can be costly, companies can’t afford to skip it if they are concerned about customer satisfaction. Case management continues to play a critical role in preserving customer relationships while also feeding the product development process.

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Call Experts

APRIL 8, 2024

In business, exceptional call handling and customer service can set you apart from the competition. According to Forbes , customer service can mean the difference between a good customer experience and a bad one, directly impacting your bottom line. Active Listening: Start with attentive listening.

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Comm100

OCTOBER 8, 2016

Your customer retention is super important to your bottom line—after all, customer loyalty is well-known for being more valuable than customer acquisition. With stakes this high, it’s essential that you build a solid customer retention plan that can lead to long-term customer loyalty.

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CSM Magazine

MAY 23, 2023

In today’s competitive business environment, providing excellent customer service is crucial for any company’s success. However, not all customers have exact needs or expectations regarding service. But what exactly is specialized customer service?

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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. Absolutely!

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Customer Service Loyalty Programs Customer Journeys Customer Centricity 133

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

NOVEMBER 19, 2014

We get it when we’re customers. We know the dread we feel when we need to make a customer service call over a problem with billing. We feel defeated scheduling a repair, knowing our days will be subject to the 4-hour window when the service person might appear. Because in truth, we do get it. We get it.

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Call Experts

APRIL 8, 2024

We rely heavily on these essential services, from electricity and water to telecommunications and internet services. As a result, for those looking to ensure seamless operations and superior customer service, many companies are deciding to use a call center for utilities as it has proven itself to be quite a powerful tool.

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2023

In a competitive market, stellar customer service stands as the cornerstone of a thriving business. As a matter of fact, 49% of customers have left a brand due to poor customer service , as revealed in a study back in 2021. Note that most of these customers were once very loyal to the brands they supported.

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SurveySparrow

AUGUST 14, 2023

Did you know that companies that prioritize customer experience optimization outperform their competitors? We have come to a point where delivering exceptional customer service has become paramount for organizations aiming to succeed and thrive. How do you optimize customer service? Why not see for yourself?

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