Myra Golden

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Download agenda, themes, certificates and more here! Are you still trying to figure out how to celebrate Customer Service Week? After the year and a half your team has pulled your company through, don’t let National Customer Service Week pass without an epic celebration of your front line! 3) Have fun: ?promote

Customer Service 116

Customer Service How To Innovation Customers 116

C3Centricity

MARCH 31, 2020

How can some companies get customer service so wrong?! It describes one recent personal example of disinterested client support, from which I have drawn seven learnings for everyone wanting to deliver awesome customer service. Me : “ Is TomTom just trying to irritate a long-standing customer?

Customer Service 177

Customer Service Customers CRM Customer Care 177

Team Support

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Your company’s reputation depends on excellent customer support. Even if you utilize tools like self-help, community forums, or automation, some customer issues still require a human touch. Although hiring staff can be costly, companies can’t afford to skip it if they are concerned about customer satisfaction.

Omni-Channel 106

Omni-Channel Customer Service How To eBook 106

Comm100

AUGUST 5, 2020

Only 35% of customers are willing to wait 30-60 seconds for a response on live chat. On the surface, these ‘lost’ customer engagements may not seem especially important, but their impact can go far beyond slight frustration. If a customer’s issue is not resolved and their voice is not heard, customer retention is at risk.

Wait Times 130

Wait Times Tips Customer Service Omni-Channel 130

InMoment XI

APRIL 25, 2024

The benchmarks serve as a valuable tool for organizations looking to assess their reputational performance, set goals, make informed decisions, and drive continuous customer experience improvement. Download Report Financial Services Reputation Management Strategies Financial services reputation management is not as tricky as it may seem.

Financial 260

Financial Management Banking Insurance 260

BirdEye

JULY 7, 2023

Today’s customers expect answers in real time. That’s why a customer service chatbot is a necessary tool for a successful business. With this tool, you can quickly and accurately respond to customer service questions, even if it’s at midnight. Table of contents What is a chatbot for customer service?

Chatbots 96

Chatbots Customer Service Social Media Banking 96

Kustomer

APRIL 14, 2022

Expectations have become more complex and today’s customers expect to receive more than traditional customer service protocols. They now expect a streamlined customer service experience. In fact, Kustomer research revealed 93% of consumers expect customer service to be more convenient.

Examples 98

Examples Customer Service Self Service Chatbots 98

Vonage

MAY 24, 2016

New research from NewVoiceMedia offers a compelling view of the consequences of poor customer service in the U.S. businesses each year following bad customer experiences. Check out this infographic to discover the impact of poor customer service and then download our free research report for more info.

Infographics 0

Infographics Customer Service Poor Customer Service Study 0

Helen Dewdney

JANUARY 23, 2023

The Institute of Customer Service January 2023 figures The Institute of Customer Service (ICS) has today released its latest UK Customer Satisfaction Index (UKCSI) figures, based on the organisation’s own research. The UKCSI shows that overall UK customer satisfaction fell by 0.7 out of 100).

Customer Service 70

Customer Service Consumers Customer Satisfaction Tips 70

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Bad Customer Service Puts $3.7 Trillion in Sales Annually at Risk by Bruce Gil (Quartz) Bad customer experiences could cost organizations around the world $3.7 Here are my top five picks from last week.

Customer Service 62

Customer Service B2B Loyalty B2C 62

Comm100

AUGUST 31, 2020

Delivering the perfect customer experience on every occasion across all your touchpoints is no easy feat. With increasing customer expectations and the rise of new support channels, customer service complaints are inevitable – but this doesn’t mean they’re irreparable. What’s the problem? Intelligent routing.

Customer Service 130

Customer Service Omni-Channel How To eBook 130

Kustomer

JUNE 6, 2023

Although cash may be the reason you’re in business, customers are the more important commodity when it comes to keeping that business afloat. When it comes to protecting, investing and being responsible for customers’ money, they need to trust in the financial services company. Is your company meeting customer expectations?

Financial 98

Financial Company Customer Service Tips 98

Comm100

AUGUST 31, 2020

Delivering the perfect customer experience on every occasion across all your touchpoints is no easy feat. With increasing customer expectations and the rise of new support channels, customer service complaints are inevitable – but this doesn’t mean they’re irreparable. What’s the problem? Intelligent routing.

Customer Service 130

Customer Service Omni-Channel How To eBook 130

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Service versus Customer Experience: Master both! My Comment: I’ve written about the difference between customer service and customer experience in the past. It’s not a department.

Customer Service 62

Customer Service Net Promoter Score Loyalty Programs Gamification 62

Kustomer

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Sometimes it seems like the most convenient way to communicate with customers is in constant flux. As our recent report on the future of customer service details, more instantaneous channels are regularly preferred by younger consumers — specifically text messaging. What Is Email in Customer Service?

Customer Service 97

Customer Service Software Customers Communication 97

Comm100

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

It’s true what they say: 2020 was a year for the books, and its impact on customer service was no exception. Companies of all sizes had to adjust to everything from the pivot to working from home to navigating rising customer expectations. – Use social media as a key customer service channel. Everyone texts.

Customer Service 130

Customer Service Self Service Social Media Knowledge Base 130

Interactions

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

We’ve seen in recent years a growing trend of businesses adopting automation technologies like chatbots and intelligent virtual assistants (IVA) to help with customer service. IVAs offer even more sophisticated levels of customer service, including proactively anticipating needs and making recommendations.

Technology 62

Technology Customer Service eBook Chatbots 62

ShepHyken

MARCH 4, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. What Exactly Is Customer Experience? by Annette Franz (CustomerThink) Customer experience is the sum of all the interactions (including with product and price!) Engaging your customers in between visits pays dividends.

Customer Service 60

Customer Service B2C B2B Travel 60

Kustomer

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Customer trends are constantly shifting and growing based on the needs and wants of the modern buyer. Today’s customers choose to shop at specific companies because of affordability, luxury, believing in what the brand stands for, the quality of the product, etc. What Are Today’s Top Customer Service Expectations?

Customer Service 98

Customer Service Omni-Channel Social Media Customer Expectations 98

Vonage

MAY 24, 2016

New research from NewVoiceMedia offers a compelling view of the consequences of poor customer service in the UK. The results reveal that an estimated £11 billion is lost by UK businesses each year following a bad customer experience. How well do you understand your customer journey?

Infographics 0

Infographics Customer Service Poor Customer Service Study 0

Kayako

JANUARY 24, 2018

At Kayako, we do our best to understand not just our customers’ needs, but their customers’ needs, as well. Armed with that empathy and over ten years in the business, there’s been one consistent signal that stands out from the noise in this year’s customer service trends: customers want effortless experiences.

Customer Centricity 208

Customer Centricity Self Service Trends Customer Experience 208

Kustomer

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

There are always things to improve upon, always more customers to service, always proactive outreach to do. But when circumstances shift rapidly, and businesses are asked to do more with less, it brings to light the importance of efficiency in customer service. More Inquiries, Less Time.

Customer Service 98

Customer Service Self Service e-support Report 98

Kustomer

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

that end, we’ve curated a customer service-centric podcast list for you to peruse and enjoy. Check out our favorite customer service podcasts, or keep reading for some entertaining podcast history. The podcast is simply an episodic series of digital files that a user can download to a personal device.

Customer Service 98

Customer Service Entertainment Trends Social Media 98

TechSee

OCTOBER 2, 2019

The days of long-term customer brand loyalty to brands are over. Today, consumer stickiness is far more dependent upon people’s specific experiences and the level of service they receive. It’s interesting to note that 62% of these customers canceled after an ongoing negative experience, while only 19% left after a one-time crisis.

Survey 164

Survey Customer Service Social Media Telecommunications 164

MyCustomer

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

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Technology 95

Technology CRM Marketing Sales 95

CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 5, 2023

In light of National Customer Service Week (2-6 October), a new study has revealed that one in five Brits wastes up to 12 hours a year waiting to be served when eating out. Nearly a third admit that the cost-of-living crisis has made them less tolerant of poor customer service.

Customer Service 59

Customer Service Self Service Poor Customer Service Hospitality 59

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

APRIL 30, 2024

As the lights dim and the curtains part, understanding the intricate ballet of customer experience (CX) takes center stage. From the very first spark of interest to the warm afterglow that follows an event, we dissect the customer journey, offering strategies to heighten every touchpoint. Let’s talk!

Customer Journeys 143

Customer Journeys Entertainment Touchpoint Resources 143

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Field Tested Tips for Aligning Customer Service and Marketing by Ronnie Gomez (Sprout Social) If a business is an orchestra, then every department is its own instrument. You can’t define your brand—your customer does.

Customer Service 69

Customer Service Net Promoter Score Tips Brands 69

Interactions

JUNE 29, 2023

It’s not news to CX industry professionals that customer service expectations constantly change. Faced with that reality, brands must adapt their approach to customer service to meet them. A majority (69%) also appreciate having tech-driven customer support options, such as virtual assistants, chat, and chatbots.

Interaction 62

Interaction Technology Customer Service Chatbots 62

Helen Dewdney

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Customer Service Week is organised by the Institute of Customer Service (ICS) and takes place during 3-7 October 2022. It is a week-long celebration of customer service. Although I welcome any focus on customer service, I believe that every week should be customer service week!

Customer Service 66

Customer Service Poor Customer Service Consumers Sales 66

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Improve Your Customer Outcomes With 5 Customer Service Best Practices from Leading Consumer Shipping Brand FedEx by Veronica Krieg. Why Saying ‘No’ Helps Build Great Customer Experiences by Zach Lipson.

Customer Service 140

Customer Service Rewards Programs B2B Loyalty Programs 140

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Elevating Customer Experience: Embracing Hospitality as the Foundation by Charles Ryan Minton (Newsweek) When it comes to providing exceptional customer experiences, few industries excel quite like the hotel business.

Customer Service 67

Customer Service Hospitality Hotels Customer Retention 67

Kustomer

APRIL 28, 2021

Customers no longer see relationships with retailers as transactional — they see brands as an extension of their identity. That’s why delivering an exceptional customer experience, and building relationships with consumers, is imperative for business success. Download the full report here. The Online Retail Opportunity.

Retail 98

Retail Customer Service Chatbots Consumers 98

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. My Comment: We kick off this week’s Top Five roundup with Nate Brown’s article introducing us to a new way to look at the importance of customer communities. Here are my top five picks from last week.

eBook 58

eBook Customer Service Tips Survey 58