ShepHyken

DECEMBER 3, 2023

My Comment: When our clients are interested in our customer service training for their “new” customer service/CX initiative, they are excited and ready to start. My Comment: This article shows the power of generative AI (ChatGPT-type technologies). My Comment: I’m a big fan of loyalty programs.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 26, 2022

2022 Look Back: Most Read Retail CX News of the Year by Retail Customer Experience. Retail Customer Experience) The year 2022 was a year of rebound, rebirth and technology as retailers, coming out of COVID-19, were centered on pulling shoppers back into stores while tackling a challenging supply chain scenario.

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ShepHyken

MAY 12, 2019

My Comment: I’ve always cautioned that companies jumping into digital customer service solutions should be careful not to become so enamored with the technology that they lose their human and emotional connection with their customers. Should chat-bots replace humans for customer support? by Michael Stelzer.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

How 6 Brands Could Change Loyalty Trends In 2024 by Jenn McMillen (The Wise Marketer) Loyalty marketing remains popular, but often is just the same-old, same old. But in 2023, these six retailers and brands set new standards of what loyalty can be. My Comment: Most loyalty programs are marketing programs.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 25, 2022

(Retail Customer Experience) More than half, 60%, of consumers would rather sit in a traffic jam than have a poor customer experience, according to a Telus International survey. They also expect a faster, more intimate interaction and the option for automation technology, according to a press release on the findings.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Titled “The NOW of Work,” the ebook focuses on what’s new in technology, employee communication and motivation, and more. Six Steps for Improving Customer Engagement and Loyalty by Genelle Kunst. Chain Store Age) Establishing a loyalty program is a fundamental first step to improving customer loyalty.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 2, 2023

Entrepreneur) Customer loyalty is an essential source of revenue for any business. Use these four tips to create a customer loyalty program that will give you the highest return on your investment. My Comment: How do we create customer loyalty? This is where a customer is surprised about the price.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 9, 2018

(HubSpot) If artificial intelligence, or AI, feels like a far-off thing of the future, you might be mistaken: In our research, we found that 63% of people don’t realize they’re already using AI technologies. Hubspot’s research found that 63% of people don’t realize they’re using AI technologies.

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ShepHyken

JULY 4, 2022

7 Top AI Trends in Customer Service by Zendesk. EnterpriseAI) Ever-evolving technology is constantly changing how customer service is done. From call centers to contact centers, businesses are looking for ways to automate manual tasks and take care of their customers better. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 21, 2024

In this year’s report, consumers indicated that they value relationship marketing strategies, personalization and loyalty programs, while third-party tracking tools and social media advertisements continued to rank among the most unpopular. The company that achieves this balance wins. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 1, 2023

And then there’s the second sentence: “According to a Harvard Business Review article, employee experience is the key driver of customer experience …” Then, don’t miss the fifth tip on how technology can waste a massive amount of your employees’ time. There is nothing wrong with that! is an excellent way to do so.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Brian Solis sums it up in a quote (that’s tweetable): Customer service isn’t a cost center, it’s an investment in customer relations and loyalty. Want More Loyal Customers? Harvard Business Review) Loyalty programs — that effectively bribe people into buying more of your products — are lazy.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 20, 2016

The big take away is the level beyond customer loyalty, which is desire. The concept of desire is loyalty on steroids. The Definitive Guide to Creating a Successful Loyalty Program by Timi Garai. Antova) Have you thought of running a loyalty program for your online store? Great article!

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

(Tech City News) When you’re a cash-strapped startup, increasing customer loyalty, then, is a no brainer. Luckily, there’s a range of technology that can be used to improve customer experience and increase loyalty. My Comment: Customer loyalty programs have come a long way. by Vitaliy Verbenko.

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CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2023

An empowered and well-trained retail staff team is key to an unparalleled shopping experience. Key Components of Effective Customer Service Training The human interaction that a retail store can offer is a huge advantage. However, a badly trained and disinterested staff team can quickly switch this advantage around.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 28, 2019

Bring Customer Loyalty Under the Customer Experience Umbrella by Phil Britt. CMSWire) Forrester’s 2019 CX Index found that most loyalty programs are ineffective. This, at a time as the company notes, when “it costs 500% more to acquire a new customer than to retain a current one.”

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Customer Service Loyalty Programs Customer Centricity Customer Service Strategies 54

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

(Digital Commerce) The recently revamped VIP program Zappos launched has helped the Amazon-owned retailer build stronger customer loyalty and increase conversion. My Comment: What drives loyalty? Is it a loyalty program with incentives to come back? Or, is it the experience? Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Top Technology Trends That Will Reshape The Customer Experience In 2019 by Puru Govind. And as retail trends continue to evolve in 2019, so do customer loyalty trends and programs.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 6, 2021

My Comment: Some may refer to this as a marketing article, but I’ll argue that marketing is part of the customer experience – and vice versa. Consider that the first strategy is about content marketing, which when done well, is a wonderful customer experience. And, there’s the strategy of customer loyalty programs.

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ShepHyken

JULY 24, 2017

The point is, don’t be misled to think customer service solutions driven by technology or social media doesn’t apply to an older generation. Customer Service Tip: Just Be Nice by George Aveling. Columnist Mike Sands explains how a customer identity solution can help. Here are a few reasons to consider.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 8, 2016

My Comment: Is phone support the best way to get customer service and support? Are self-service options or technologies like instant chat overtaking what has been the most popular way to connect with a company? 7 Steps to a Flawless Loyalty Program by Timi Garai. by Dan Gingiss. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken .

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ShepHyken

APRIL 24, 2023

Fellow customer experience expert, Dan Gingiss, takes this concept to the business world and recommends we start a CX Spring Cleaning Project with plenty of ideas on how to do so. This interesting article covers both sides and shares a C-Suite perspective on this technology that is quickly changing our world.

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ShepHyken

MAY 22, 2023

Here’s an article with several short examples about how companies created a culture that helped create the experience that retains customers. Loyalty Programs – A Few Best Practices by MTS Staff Writer (MarTech Series) Loyalty management encompasses more than just software or a vendor running a loyalty program.

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ShepHyken

JULY 24, 2017

The point is, don’t be misled to think customer service solutions driven by technology or social media doesn’t apply to an older generation. Customer Service Tip: Just Be Nice by George Aveling. Columnist Mike Sands explains how a customer identity solution can help. Here are a few reasons to consider.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

CNBC) “Mad Money” host Jim Cramer spoke to Salesforce.com chief Marc Benioff about customer loyalty, new technology and competition. 5 Innovative Ways to Inspire Customer Loyalty by Vivian Wagner . CRM Buyer) Getting customers — and keeping them — is the name of the game in e-commerce.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

(Retail Customer Experience) Consumers today are looking for increasing convenience and a frictionless experience. All driven by advances in technology, evolving shopping experiences online, and growing expectations around speed, convenience, and delivery. My Comment: Loyalty programs are typically about points and perks.

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