Comm100

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

However, the past couple of years has seen its importance within customer service skyrocket as companies adopted new technologies to stay connected during the pandemic. With the benefits made clear for all to see, and customer expectations risen, customer service operations can no longer afford to ignore digital transformation.

Customer Service 246

Customer Service Social Media Omni-Channel Connections 246

ShepHyken

MAY 17, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. How to handle customer complaints? My Comment: Our customers have changed during the pandemic.

Customer Service 88

Customer Service Customer Retention Tips Brands 88

ShepHyken

AUGUST 13, 2018

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. Are You Making This Critical Connection With Your Customers to Strengthen Relationships and Drive Loyalty?

Customer Service 72

Customer Service Loyalty B2C Study 72

ShepHyken

MAY 30, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. If not, this article could shed some light on why. if you want to deliver a great customer experience, you need good people.

Customer Service 14

Customer Service Rewards Programs Poor Customer Service Self Service 14

delighted

MARCH 9, 2021

We’ll also provide some tips on building an impeccable customer service strategy. The significance of great customer service. Brands across the globe are taking notice of how investing in great customer service can pay back dividends in the long run. The data speaks for itself. Then switch.

Customer Service Strategies 59

Customer Service Strategies Customer Service Self Service Strategy 59

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. How Retailers Can Use Customer Experience to Compete with Amazon by Marissa Bosché. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

Customer Service 15

Customer Service B2C Retail Infographics 15

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 23, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. You’ll have to read this excellent article by Vala Afshar, a genius in the world of customer service and CX.

Customer Service 74

Customer Service Retail Customer Service Training Measurement 74

ShepHyken

AUGUST 20, 2018

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. T-Mobile is completely overhauling how its customer service works by Chris Welch. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

Customer Service 69

Customer Service B2B B2C Innovation 69

ShepHyken

JANUARY 21, 2025

In that same article, I also wrote about using keys to unlock a door. A few years ago, I wrote about this and shared the example of Ciari, the manufacturer of guitars that fold in half and fit in a backpack for easy travel. I referred to it as the most convenient guitar on the planet. Just push a button on the fob, and the door unlocks.

Customer Experience 82

Customer Experience Travel Customer Service Training Customers 82

ShepHyken

JANUARY 17, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. 7 Customer Service Skills Every Business Needs by Renee Johnson. You need to read this article now!

Customer Journeys 71

Customer Journeys Customer Service Retail Touchpoint 71

ShepHyken

JUNE 4, 2018

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. Stop Trying to ‘Delight’ Customers, Says CX Expert Paul Greenberg by Noreen Seebacher. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

Customer Service 77

Customer Service Airlines CRM Social Media 77

ShepHyken

JULY 6, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. The most important customer service qualities in the next normal: Expertise, empathy, and speed by Vala Afshar.

Customer Service 67

Customer Service Healthcare Customer Journeys Feedback 67

NICE inContact

JUNE 7, 2018

In today’s digital economy, there have never been more opportunities for businesses and their customers to interact. Chat, text, social media, websites, IVR, even traditional phone calls with customer service representatives – the list continues to grow. Adapting to New Tools. appeared first on NICE inContact Blog.

Omni-Channel 120

Omni-Channel Consumers Customer Experience Social Media 120

Playvox

MAY 4, 2023

Unlike my favorite fruit seller, you’ve got hundreds or thousands (or hundreds of thousands) of customer issues that require sophisticated, efficient customer care through the right contact center solutions. So what, exactly, do customers expect and how can you provide them with the exceptional digital customer experience they deserve?

Contact Center 52

Contact Center Customer Expectations Meeting Self Service 52

NICE inContact

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Given advancements and tools available to businesses, every interaction, every purchase, every previously opened ticket should be easily available to inform agents and create a customized dialogue. Read the original article in it’s entirety on ICMI.com. Embracing Emerging Tools.

Omni-Channel 120

Omni-Channel Survey Customer Experience Consumers 120

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Our service would be impeccable. . If you think about these answers, they are exactly what customers expect anyway. What would make your customers say, “Wow!” Share this article with your team. We would make them feel like they were a guest at a fine hotel or restaurant. What would be over the top?

Hotels 171

Hotels Customer Service Training Retail Customers 171

Lumoa

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Not only are online retailers enjoying massive revenue from their customers (expected to be over $6 trillion in 2022 ), but the platforms themselves are also becoming increasingly sophisticated. Now, technologies such as AI and machine learning are driving highly personalized customer experiences.

Retail 195

Retail Customer Experience Chatbots Ecommerce 195

InMoment XI

OCTOBER 10, 2023

In today’s competitive business landscape, understanding customer service metrics is paramount. These metrics not only gauge the effectiveness of your customer service initiatives but also shape your overall business strategy and customer experience.

Metrics 195

Metrics Net Promoter Score Customer Service Effort Score 195

CSM Magazine

MARCH 17, 2025

Adopt Proactive Customer Service Strategies Waiting for your customers to complain about an issue could cost you their loyalty. Examples of proactive strategies: Send timely order updates and notifications to manage customer expectations.

NPS 52

NPS Self Service Net Promoter Score e-support 52

ShepHyken

JANUARY 23, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. Are You Taking Your Customers For Granted? CustomerThink) What does your B2B marketing program have to do with your customer retention strategy?

Self Service 48

Self Service Social Media Customer Service Fashion 48

Lumoa

JUNE 14, 2023

In other words, failing to provide adequate customer service can be enough to trigger a negative NPS score and, consequently, drive customers away. Quality of Product/Service Falling Short of Customer Expectations As consumers, we all have expectations from the products and services we acquire.

NPS 195

NPS Effort Score Customer Centricity Loyalty 195

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. The 7 Best Retailers for Customer Service b y Jamie Grill-Goodman. Customers want it and are expecting it.

Customer Service 48

Customer Service Self Service Retail Loyalty 48

ShepHyken

AUGUST 23, 2019

This week we feature an article by Martin Frascaroli who talks about why it is important to meet your customer needs using omnichannel customer service. . Your potential customers want to buy quickly and comfortably through an integrated experience. Customer retention.

Omni-Channel 116

Omni-Channel Customer Service Self Service Social Media 116

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. I refer to that as the expectation gap – what you think you are going to get versus what you actually get.) Is it that simple?

Customer Service 48

Customer Service Chatbots Culture Customer Service Training 48

ECXO

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

How Stoic Philosophy Can Help You Up Your Customer Experience Game Stoicism in Customer Experience? If you read my previous articles, you know that I am a big fan of studying psychology and philosophy, as well as finding ways to apply these concepts in companies to improve customer experience. Yep, It Works.

Customer Experience 156

Customer Experience Airlines Handbook Policies 156

ShepHyken

JUNE 7, 2019

This week we feature an article by Molly Moore about why phone calls and online chat can make the difference between customer-centric brands and everybody else. Although 80% of companies believe they provide excellent customer service, a mere 8% of customers agree. How to Connect the Right Way. Make It Personal.

Connections 124

Connections Customer Centricity Consumers Culture 124

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Recently, I wrote two articles for my weekly Forbes column that paid homage to Abraham Maslow, the American psychologist who created what is referred to as Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. The articles were so well received that I wanted to share shorter versions here with our Shepard Letter subscribers.

Policies 104

Policies Meeting Customer Service Training Customers 104

ShepHyken

JANUARY 3, 2024

I recently wrote two articles in my weekly Forbes column with my top predictions and trends for customer service and customer experience. The employee experience (EX) drives a better customer experience (CX). Happy New Year! What’s 2024 going to be like? Here are my top predictions for 2024.

Trends 102

Trends Customer Service Customer Service Training Customer Retention 102

CSM Magazine

JUNE 7, 2023

By now, you’re probably already familiar with the term “omnichannel” applied to customer service. In this article, we dive into definitions, benefits, and use cases to help you really understand what omnichannel means and how you can leverage omnichannel services to unify and improve customer and employee experience.

Omni-Channel 98

Omni-Channel Customer Service Social Media Banking 98

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Not long ago, I wrote an article and created a video on Doing More Than Expected – even when it’s not included in your job description. I used the example of the server at a restaurant who ran outside during a storm to move the outdoor furniture blowing across the patio to a safer, more secure spot.

Customer Service Training 149

Customer Service Training Video Course Customer Service 149

ShepHyken

MARCH 8, 2019

This week we feature an article by Jason Milleisen who shares three simple rules that will set you apart from your competition and help provide great customer service. I once heard about a car dealership who had customer satisfaction scores that were the impressively high. Shep Hyken. Under-Promise and Over-Deliver.

Consulting 113

Consulting Customers Customer Service Course 113

CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

With 97% of Fortune 500 companies now using social media, s ocial channels such as Twitter and LinkedIn have become an integral component of business customer service strategies. This trend is expected to accelerate as companies seek out new ways to use social media for customer service needs.

Social Media 64

Social Media Customer Service Guidelines Customer Service Strategies 64

ShepHyken

MAY 11, 2018

This week we feature an article by Rohit Prasanna who shares a great list of 10 customer service trends that will affect the customer experience this year. – Shep Hyken. The customer-centric economy has taken the front-seat across the globe, and it is no different for B2B businesses.

Trends 106

Trends Customer Service Video B2B 106

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

This week, we feature an article by Sukhdev Singh, Digital Marketing Specialist at Maxicus , a company that provides tech-enabled customer service solutions. He writes about building a great customer experience is integral to the success of any organization. Review your existing customer service strategy .

Tips 75

Tips Self Service Strategy Customer Experience 75

CSM Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2019

With a new emphasis on the importance of customer data, support leaders hold some of the companies most valuable insights. In order to feed that back into the organization, their responsibilities and internal footprint are changing and, simultaneously with customer expectations, they must evolve.

Customer Service Strategies 40

Customer Service Strategies Meeting Customer Service Strategy 40

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

This week we feature an article by Jim Iyoob who talks about how and why technology has changed consumer behavior and how you need to reinvent strategies to keep up with consumers. – Shep Hyken. Today, a typical customer expects a prompt response and fast service from any business.

Consumers 103

Consumers Technology Chief Customer Officer Social Media 103

SurveySparrow

DECEMBER 15, 2019

With thousands of articles written on good customer service, anyone would assume that modern-day customers ask for the moon. Your customers, no matter what their account size is, will be more than happy if the product/service they purchased from you is in line with their expectations.

Customer Service 91

Customer Service Omni-Channel Customer Service Strategies Loyalty Programs 91