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It is an example of excellent customer service. Then there were other “should haves” that might make the customer’s experience better. A snack box to give your customers a little something they weren’t expecting. Water bottles to give to customers. MORE
Maybe that’s the reason I’m so focused on creating amazing experiences for my clients and my clients’ customers—and, of course, everyone else. Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling business author. MORE
We can train people on how to deliver good customer service. We teach people how to greet customers when they walk in the store, how to properly answer the phone when customers call the company and much more. I worked at a self-service gas station. MORE
Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Service Pet Peeves That’ll Make Your Customers Cringe in 2020 by SmarterCX Team. Make Your Customer Service Ready For 2020 by CrazyCall. MORE
How does this apply to customer service? When dealing with an upset customer or contentious situation, you are in the moment. How does the customer feel now? How do you want this customer to feel when you finish your conversation? It could be an angry customer. MORE
First, I’m already a customer and can’t understand why they can’t figure that out. Second, why is the price they are offering a new customer lower than what I’m currently paying? This concept, offering a new customer a better deal than an existing customer, is nothing new. (I’ve MORE
Once you decide to engage in social media customer service, the next step is coming up with an effective strategy for implementing it. Should it be customer service? Well-trained operators mean better customer satisfaction. Lower Quality Service. MORE
When your customers can buy what you sell from others, that’s called competition. Is it the customer service? . Your customers want your product to meet their expectations. Your customers also expect to receive a positive customer service experience. MORE
The customer on the phone – or in person – is raging mad. You’re ready to take the lashing this customer is about to give you. You know you personally did nothing to offend and upset this customer. Something else caused the customer to become upset. Imagine this. MORE
I’m all for getting customer feedback. Ask customers on the way out of a store, call them on a phone or send follow-up surveys via email. The gist of that article was about getting more customers to fill out those surveys. The next day, you send the customer a survey. MORE
With all the focus on how technology—including AI, data, personalization and more—can drive a better customer experience, I wanted to shift my focus back to basics. Here are the first ten of twenty ideas as to how you can up your customer service game in 2020. MORE
Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 37 Customer Experience Statistics You Need to Know for 2019 by Toma Kulbyt?. 5 Strategies On How To Stay Ahead Of Customer-Driven Disruption by NJ Goldston. MORE
The customer service agent was happy to accommodate my request. She was a model customer service agent; friendly and helpful. Proper training and coaching could have helped. Winter travel can be stressful with the concern of weather-related delays and cancellations. MORE
This simple question gives you an idea if your organization did well enough for the customer to recommend you. The idea is that if you have a number of customers suggesting the same “one thing,” you need to pay attention. This is the next level of customer service. MORE
Last week, I shared ten ideas to drive a better customer experience in 2020. Without any further delay, here are ten more ways to create a better customer experience in 2020. Create your customer service mantra. Customers love relevant information. MORE
Over the years I’ve talked with many clients who are looking for ways to disrupt a competitor and/or win more business from existing customers. And, more than just being better, can you offer something that the customer can’t get from the competitor. MORE
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. Why Omnichannel is the Future of Customer Interactions (And How You Can Get Started) by Josh Brown. MORE
While I appreciated her honest response, it seemed like she was more interested in how tips were split between employees than in taking care of customers. Second, take care of the customers and move the tables. There are certain things employees should never say to a customer. MORE
A successful customer experience strategy is a result of the company’s culture. In other words, and I’ve said it many times before, what’s happening on the inside of the company is going to felt on the outside of the company by the customer. Customer support? MORE
In the old days – and even in modern times – if a customer wanted help or support, they picked up the phone and called for help. A (hopefully) friendly and competent customer service professional, also known as an agent or representative, would answer the question or resolve the problem. MORE
In the realm of business—and especially customer service—we often talk about how to differentiate yourself from your competition. I met Rodney at a conference where I was speaking about customer service. His customers can feel that. MORE
It’s never fun to share bad news with a customer. It doesn’t really matter what the bad news is; the key to managing the customer experience is how you deliver the bad news. That’s what they call their customers – members. Be available if the customer has questions. MORE
You don’t have to send your customer flowers, but how about an expression of appreciation? It can be something as simple as a thank you note or as elaborate as a customer appreciation event. Any day is a good day to show some customer love. Valentine’s Day is tomorrow. MORE
Twitter understands that it is often a channel for immediate customer response, and it is not only embracing its role as a customer service channel but beginning to focus on selling itself as an indispensable channel for customer service. MORE
In one quick question, the customer gets to grade the support rep that took the call. It sums up if the customer was happy and if the agent did their job. I started to think about other one-question surveys that can give you a snapshot of what a customer thinks about a company. MORE
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. Four Brands Getting Customer Experience Right by Ryan Hollenbeck. MORE
Several weeks ago, I shared the idea that in customer service you sometimes have to take a metaphorical punch. It’s sometimes tough to move on when a customer is being difficult, if not downright rude. But it shouldn’t impact the next customer’s experience. MORE
Due to different owners and competing agendas, the relationship between CRM and customer service is unfortunately not always as close as it should be. Despite this, there is obviously a common element: the customer. Indeed the basis of CRM as both a business strategy and system of record is that the customer becomes the central point of focus. Continue reading The Importance of Co-ordinated CRM and Contact Centre Strategies at BrainFood. MORE
This was a leader sharing his philosophy, and my mind was racing with ideas about how it applies to customer service and the customer experience. When we find out what our customers want if it’s not what they need, and we know it, are we willing to tell them? MORE
STRATEGY (strat·e·gy) /?strad?j?/. ” Over the years, many a branded platform has been launched, with little to no long-term social media customer service strategy… or even a short-term one. Why do you want to be on social media to serve your customers? MORE
Any customers who had to wait in line longer than that would receive a discount. When your success causes your customers frustration because you are too busy to take care of them, you are at risk of losing your best customers. Most of the time, you’ll frustrate customers. MORE
Service triggers that set customers off. Power words that influence customer perception. My new book Be Your Customer’s Hero: Real-World Tips and Techniques for the Service Front Lines is finally here. Is this how you feel when you work with customers? MORE
They also revolutionized their process and started building technology into the customer experience. Beyond being a better pizza, they wanted to make it easier on their customers, and that’s what every company must do. What can you do to be more convenient for your customers? MORE
The good news is that you no longer have to keep up with your competition; the bad news is that now you have to keep up with your customer – meaning your customer’s expectation of the service that makes you competitive. The post Are You Keeping Up with Your Customers? MORE
I first came across this idea in the book Moments of Truth by Jan Carlzon , which I consider one of the most important books written on customer service. How does that affect the customer’s opinion of the rest of the plane? MORE
Every year, businesses lose over $75 billion in potential revenue thanks to one thing: poor customer service. And while studies show that about 1 out of every 26 customers complain about poor customer service, over 90% of those dissatisfied customers simply stop working with your business — and never come back. Be honest with yourself: How confident are you, really, with your current level of customer service? MORE
This week we feature an article by Evan Hackel who writes about why it is important to train your frontline with excellent listening skills. Pay attention to what customers are saying. And then have been times when I enjoyed superb service from frontline staff. MORE
Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 5 Ways Starbucks is Innovating the Customer Experience by Liz Barrett Foster. My Comment: Starbucks is a leader in customer service and experience. MORE
Comm100
OCTOBER 11, 2017
Once you decide to engage in social media customer service, the next step is coming up with an effective strategy for implementing it. Should it be customer service? Well-trained operators mean better customer satisfaction. Lower Quality Service.
Ecrion
JULY 22, 2019
Every year, businesses lose over $75 billion in potential revenue thanks to one thing: poor customer service. And while studies show that about 1 out of every 26 customers complain about poor customer service, over 90% of those dissatisfied customers simply stop working with your business — and never come back. Be honest with yourself: How confident are you, really, with your current level of customer service?
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Russel Lolacher
DECEMBER 10, 2019
STRATEGY (strat·e·gy) /?strad?j?/. ” Over the years, many a branded platform has been launched, with little to no long-term social media customer service strategy… or even a short-term one. Why do you want to be on social media to serve your customers?
ShepHyken
SEPTEMBER 26, 2018
When your customers can buy what you sell from others, that’s called competition. Is it the customer service? . Your customers want your product to meet their expectations. Your customers also expect to receive a positive customer service experience.
ShepHyken
MARCH 6, 2019
The customer service agent was happy to accommodate my request. She was a model customer service agent; friendly and helpful. Proper training and coaching could have helped. Winter travel can be stressful with the concern of weather-related delays and cancellations.
ShepHyken
JANUARY 26, 2018
This week we feature an article by Evan Hackel who writes about why it is important to train your frontline with excellent listening skills. Pay attention to what customers are saying. And then have been times when I enjoyed superb service from frontline staff.
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ShepHyken
AUGUST 21, 2019
It is an example of excellent customer service. Then there were other “should haves” that might make the customer’s experience better. A snack box to give your customers a little something they weren’t expecting. Water bottles to give to customers.
ShepHyken
AUGUST 28, 2019
How does this apply to customer service? When dealing with an upset customer or contentious situation, you are in the moment. How does the customer feel now? How do you want this customer to feel when you finish your conversation? It could be an angry customer.
ShepHyken
OCTOBER 9, 2019
Maybe that’s the reason I’m so focused on creating amazing experiences for my clients and my clients’ customers—and, of course, everyone else. Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling business author.
Martin Hill-Wilson
SEPTEMBER 12, 2017
Due to different owners and competing agendas, the relationship between CRM and customer service is unfortunately not always as close as it should be. Despite this, there is obviously a common element: the customer. Indeed the basis of CRM as both a business strategy and system of record is that the customer becomes the central point of focus. Continue reading The Importance of Co-ordinated CRM and Contact Centre Strategies at BrainFood.
ShepHyken
JUNE 26, 2019
In the old days – and even in modern times – if a customer wanted help or support, they picked up the phone and called for help. A (hopefully) friendly and competent customer service professional, also known as an agent or representative, would answer the question or resolve the problem.
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ShepHyken
JULY 10, 2019
I first came across this idea in the book Moments of Truth by Jan Carlzon , which I consider one of the most important books written on customer service. How does that affect the customer’s opinion of the rest of the plane?
ShepHyken
JULY 17, 2019
Several weeks ago, I shared the idea that in customer service you sometimes have to take a metaphorical punch. It’s sometimes tough to move on when a customer is being difficult, if not downright rude. But it shouldn’t impact the next customer’s experience.
ShepHyken
DECEMBER 11, 2019
With all the focus on how technology—including AI, data, personalization and more—can drive a better customer experience, I wanted to shift my focus back to basics. Here are the first ten of twenty ideas as to how you can up your customer service game in 2020.
ShepHyken
MAY 22, 2019
The customer on the phone – or in person – is raging mad. You’re ready to take the lashing this customer is about to give you. You know you personally did nothing to offend and upset this customer. Something else caused the customer to become upset. Imagine this.
ShepHyken
DECEMBER 4, 2019
While I appreciated her honest response, it seemed like she was more interested in how tips were split between employees than in taking care of customers. Second, take care of the customers and move the tables. There are certain things employees should never say to a customer.
ShepHyken
OCTOBER 16, 2019
I’m all for getting customer feedback. Ask customers on the way out of a store, call them on a phone or send follow-up surveys via email. The gist of that article was about getting more customers to fill out those surveys. The next day, you send the customer a survey.
ShepHyken
MARCH 27, 2019
Any customers who had to wait in line longer than that would receive a discount. When your success causes your customers frustration because you are too busy to take care of them, you are at risk of losing your best customers. Most of the time, you’ll frustrate customers.
ShepHyken
DECEMBER 18, 2019
Last week, I shared ten ideas to drive a better customer experience in 2020. Without any further delay, here are ten more ways to create a better customer experience in 2020. Create your customer service mantra. Customers love relevant information.
ShepHyken
MAY 15, 2019
It’s never fun to share bad news with a customer. It doesn’t really matter what the bad news is; the key to managing the customer experience is how you deliver the bad news. That’s what they call their customers – members. Be available if the customer has questions.
ShepHyken
AUGUST 26, 2019
Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 37 Customer Experience Statistics You Need to Know for 2019 by Toma Kulbyt?. 5 Strategies On How To Stay Ahead Of Customer-Driven Disruption by NJ Goldston.
ShepHyken
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
You don’t have to send your customer flowers, but how about an expression of appreciation? It can be something as simple as a thank you note or as elaborate as a customer appreciation event. Any day is a good day to show some customer love. Valentine’s Day is tomorrow.
ShepHyken
DECEMBER 12, 2018
Over the years I’ve talked with many clients who are looking for ways to disrupt a competitor and/or win more business from existing customers. And, more than just being better, can you offer something that the customer can’t get from the competitor.
ShepHyken
DECEMBER 23, 2019
Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Service Pet Peeves That’ll Make Your Customers Cringe in 2020 by SmarterCX Team. Make Your Customer Service Ready For 2020 by CrazyCall.
Customers That Stick
AUGUST 11, 2015
Twitter understands that it is often a channel for immediate customer response, and it is not only embracing its role as a customer service channel but beginning to focus on selling itself as an indispensable channel for customer service.
ShepHyken
JANUARY 30, 2019
In one quick question, the customer gets to grade the support rep that took the call. It sums up if the customer was happy and if the agent did their job. I started to think about other one-question surveys that can give you a snapshot of what a customer thinks about a company.
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. Four Brands Getting Customer Experience Right by Ryan Hollenbeck.
ShepHyken
OCTOBER 3, 2018
This was a leader sharing his philosophy, and my mind was racing with ideas about how it applies to customer service and the customer experience. When we find out what our customers want if it’s not what they need, and we know it, are we willing to tell them?
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. Why Omnichannel is the Future of Customer Interactions (And How You Can Get Started) by Josh Brown.
Customers That Stick
MARCH 11, 2015
Service triggers that set customers off. Power words that influence customer perception. My new book Be Your Customer’s Hero: Real-World Tips and Techniques for the Service Front Lines is finally here. Is this how you feel when you work with customers?
ShepHyken
FEBRUARY 7, 2018
First, I’m already a customer and can’t understand why they can’t figure that out. Second, why is the price they are offering a new customer lower than what I’m currently paying? This concept, offering a new customer a better deal than an existing customer, is nothing new. (I’ve
ShepHyken
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
They also revolutionized their process and started building technology into the customer experience. Beyond being a better pizza, they wanted to make it easier on their customers, and that’s what every company must do. What can you do to be more convenient for your customers?
ShepHyken
MAY 21, 2018
Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 5 Ways Starbucks is Innovating the Customer Experience by Liz Barrett Foster. My Comment: Starbucks is a leader in customer service and experience.
ShepHyken
APRIL 4, 2018
The good news is that you no longer have to keep up with your competition; the bad news is that now you have to keep up with your customer – meaning your customer’s expectation of the service that makes you competitive. The post Are You Keeping Up with Your Customers?
ShepHyken
MAY 16, 2018
A successful customer experience strategy is a result of the company’s culture. In other words, and I’ve said it many times before, what’s happening on the inside of the company is going to felt on the outside of the company by the customer. Customer support?
ShepHyken
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
We can train people on how to deliver good customer service. We teach people how to greet customers when they walk in the store, how to properly answer the phone when customers call the company and much more. I worked at a self-service gas station.
ShepHyken
AUGUST 15, 2018
This simple question gives you an idea if your organization did well enough for the customer to recommend you. The idea is that if you have a number of customers suggesting the same “one thing,” you need to pay attention. This is the next level of customer service.
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