CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The “brick and mortar” retail sector operates in a challenging environment, especially as many in-store workers are likely craving remote work opportunities. As a result, physical retailers must offer something truly special to entice and retain customers. Retail staff need to communicate well, it is part and parcel of the job.

Exceptional Customer Service 52

Exceptional Customer Service Retail Training Customer Service 52

SurveySensum

JULY 10, 2023

This is how Starbucks prioritizes its customers and consistently delivers exceptional retail customer service – showing how by creating a positive customer experience you can foster trust, cultivate customer loyalty , and set your business apart. Before that, What is Customer Service in Retail?

Retail 52

Retail Customer Service Exceptional Customer Service Customer Centricity 52

CSM Magazine

MARCH 13, 2024

Quick Response (QR) codes have emerged as a convenient bridge between offline and online customer experiences. Retail businesses and service industries are now using these pixelated squares to provide exceptional service to their customers in innovative and efficient ways. Let’s take a look.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Automotive Retail 52

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

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. Yes, people will pay to be in a program that offers perks, discounts, and more. Here are my top five picks from last week.

Customer Service 67

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Contact Center Financial 67

ShepHyken

JANUARY 25, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Real Leaders) The title of this story is a line we use at my house when a product or service is unusually challenging. Customer service expert Chip Bell sets the stage with a story. Package” by Chip Bell.

Customer Service 157

Customer Service Guest Experience Loyalty Programs Hospitality 157

CSM Magazine

AUGUST 21, 2023

Customer engagement has become one of the most critical success factors for retailers looking to drive sales, loyalty, and overall business growth. However, with the increasing complexity and diversity of today’s retail environment, engaging with customers has become a more challenging task.

Retail 52

Retail Customer Engagement Engagement Social Media 52

SurveySensum

JULY 10, 2023

This is how Starbucks prioritizes its customers and consistently delivers exceptional retail customer service – showing how by creating a positive customer experience you can foster trust, cultivate customer loyalty , and set your business apart. Before that, What is Customer Service in Retail?

Retail 40

Retail Customer Service Exceptional Customer Service Customer Centricity 40

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 26, 2022

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Service Heroes: 5 Happy Holiday Tales by Cassandra Vincent. CSAT.AI) The holiday season is rife with customer service horror stories from both customers and workers.

Loyalty Programs 65

Loyalty Programs Customer Service Self Service Retail 65

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How the ‘Zero Consumer’ is Inspiring Innovative Visual Imagery for Retail Success by Peter McCall (Total Retail) Consumers’ shopping expectations have skyrocketed.

Customer Service 80

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Retail Loyalty 80

SurveySensum

JULY 26, 2023

Do you know what’s the biggest problem in retail? Customer churn. It’s like a game of “now you see them, now you don’t” with customers jumping ship to competitors in the blink of an eye if they don’t feel valued and satisfied. But why is that a big issue?

Customer Retention 52

Customer Retention Retail Strategy Social Media 52

SurveySensum

AUGUST 1, 2023

Building Lasting Connections: The Power of Customer Loyalty in Retail In today’s fast-paced and crazy competitive retail world, customer loyalty is like the secret sauce for staying ahead of the game. And this is where gathering customer feedback becomes a crucial aspect of the journey.

Retail 52

Retail Loyalty Connections Loyalty Programs 52

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 4 Reasons Why Your Customer Service Is About to Get a Whole Lot Better in 2024 by Mike Murchison (Entrepreneur) When it comes to AI and customer service, we’re going to see a virtuous cycle in 2024.

Customer Service 62

Customer Service Average Handle Time Net Promoter Score Loyalty Programs 62

CSM Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2024

Here are some more ways retail stores can cut the queues and reduce customer waiting time. Opt for Self-Service Checkouts Self-service checkouts are designed to help customers quickly scan, bag, and pay for their purchases without having to wait in line at a traditional checkout counter.

Wait Times 52

Wait Times Retail Self Service Loyalty Programs 52

ShepHyken

MARCH 28, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Harvard Business Review) Most people believe — and research backs them up — that great customer experience drives revenue growth. Customer Obsession: Being Real, Sensitive, and Personal is a Requirement Now by Sharel Omer.

Loyalty Programs 65

Loyalty Programs Customer Service Hotels Entertainment 65

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Five Customer-Service Lessons From the Late Tony Hsieh by Ann-Marie Alcántara. Wall Street Journal) The former chief executive of Zappos, the online shoe retailer, had a unique approach toward customers.

Customer Service 147

Customer Service Self Service eBook Loyalty Programs 147

Beyond Philosophy

JUNE 11, 2015

For the past several decades, many companies have relied on customer loyalty cards or programs, by which they can track purchase behavior and give rewards for repeat and volume buying activity. Customer loyalty programs are especially popular among retailers. also has no loyalty program.

Loyalty Programs 60

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Airlines Retail 60

Oracle

AUGUST 19, 2020

According to PwC , when customers have a great experience, they’re willing to pay up to a 16% price premium. What recent retail innovations have you seen that allow for a great shopping experience? Retail Innovation #1: IoT enhancements. Retail Innovation #2: Video review functionality.

Retail 85

Retail Innovation Virtual Agent Ecommerce 85

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 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. Here are my top five picks from last week.

Customer Service 60

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Loyalty Customer Service Training 60

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.

Customer Service 65

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Ecommerce Loyalty 65

SurveySensum

JULY 13, 2023

Yet only 49% of the customers said that they had positive customer experiences with companies. Improving retail customer experience for your brand is not only an expectation from your customers but also a requirement for your business growth. But how to deliver great retail customer experiences?

Retail 52

Retail Survey Tools Customer Experience 52

SurveySensum

JULY 13, 2023

Yet only 49% of the customers said that they had positive customer experiences with companies. Improving retail customer experience for your brand is not only an expectation from your customers but also a requirement for your business growth. But how to deliver great retail customer experiences?

Retail 52

Retail Survey Tools Customer Experience 52

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

ShepHyken

APRIL 25, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Consumers Prefer Traffic Jams Over a Bad Customer Experience by Retail Customer Experience. I love customer service statistics , and this short article has several. The headline is a fun one.

Customer Service 65

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Loyalty Competitive Advantage 65

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Loyalty beyond Points: Boost Customer Lifetime Value with a CX-First Approach by Leanne Franks (InternetRetailing) Nearly every British retailer offers a loyalty programme. and amazing customer service.

Customer Service 60

Customer Service Customer Centricity Loyalty Programs Culture 60

Lumoa

MAY 19, 2022

Retailers need to assess all of the potential variables impacting the performance of their shopping apps to be successful and customer reviews allow them to collect feedback directly from the source. Ensuring high customer satisfaction levels can help you achieve these goals and place your retail business on a growth trajectory.

Report 208

Report Ecommerce Retail Customer Satisfaction 208

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

JUNE 6, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. They could grow 10x faster, however, their obsession with their operational excellence, customer experience, and internal culture will not allow them to compromise any of those for more units and higher sales.

Customer Service 67

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Hotels Loyalty 67

ShepHyken

JUNE 21, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. The Wise Marketer) Too many reward programs solely focus on the points, rather than on the rewards their points or miles make possible. If you want to ROCK your loyalty program (if you have one), you’ll enjoy this article.

Rewards Programs 80

Rewards Programs Customer Service Loyalty Programs Loyalty 80

ShepHyken

JANUARY 2, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Loyalty Is Your Holy Grail for Success. Entrepreneur) Customer loyalty is an essential source of revenue for any business. My Comment: How do we create customer loyalty?

Customer Service 65

Customer Service Loyalty Programs e-support Loyalty 65

SurveySensum

JULY 6, 2023

You’ve poured your heart and soul into creating captivating marketing campaigns, investing substantial resources in driving customer acquisition. Yet, despite these efforts, you notice a decrease in sales and declining customer loyalty. Even as a retail giant , Reliance Trends struggles with customer retention.

Customer Satisfaction 52

Customer Satisfaction Retail Tips Marketing 52

SurveySensum

JULY 6, 2023

You’ve poured your heart and soul into creating captivating marketing campaigns, investing substantial resources in driving customer acquisition. Yet, despite these efforts, you notice a decrease in sales and declining customer loyalty. Even as a retail giant, Reliance Trends struggles with customer retention.

Customer Satisfaction 52

Customer Satisfaction Retail Tips Marketing 52

InMoment XI

MAY 4, 2023

You can strengthen your experience management efforts by understanding your customer segments and taking special action to better serve those populations. In one segmentation use case, a major Retailer Co leveraged existing capabilities and assigned unique Guest IDs to consistently collect detailed data on customers.

Strategy 295

Strategy Customer Experience How To Loyalty Programs 295

SurveySensum

JULY 18, 2023

That’s the power of personalization in online retail. Personalization in retail is not a new concept but it is a concept that retailers still fail to grasp. But why is personalization such an important strategy in ensuring a positive customer experience in retail? What is Personalization in Retail?

Retail 52

Retail Customer Experience Chatbots Touchpoint 52

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Plus, we gathered two examples from brands that are creating stellar customer experiences at scale. So, what better time to cultivate some customer loyalty so you can supercharge your sales towards the end of the year?

Customer Service 65

Customer Service Contact Center Average Handle Time Customer Service Strategies 65

SurveySensum

JULY 17, 2023

Creating a memorable retail shopping experience, both online and in-store, is like taking your customer on an amazing trip so that even after the trip is over they always come back for more. Decathlon, a renowned sporting goods retailer, excels in this area. Let me give you a picture of an ideal customer journey.

Retail 52

Retail Strategy Customer Experience Sports 52

SurveySensum

JULY 17, 2023

Creating a memorable retail shopping experience, both online and in-store, is like taking your customer on an amazing trip so that even after the trip is over they always come back for more. Decathlon, a renowned sporting goods retailer, excels in this area. Let me give you a picture of an ideal customer journey.

Retail 52

Retail Strategy Customer Experience Sports 52