ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

Zappos for Good Bolsters Company Culture and Customer Experience by Jim Tierney. Loyalty 360) Loyalty360 talked to Steven Bautista, the head of charity at Zappos, to find out more about Zappos for Good. My Comment: I’ve always believed that “giving back” is part of a customer service and CX strategy.

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ShepHyken

MAY 28, 2018

He used the Ritz-Carlton story as just one interesting illustration of how an All About Them culture was an important part of Walker & Dunlop’s client service and its business. More Than One-Third Of Shoppers Would Pay For Enhanced Loyalty Programs by Marie Griffin. My Comment: Loyalty programs can be powerful.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 10, 2022

For years I’ve preached that not upselling when it’s right for the customer, is bad customer service. 12 Strategies Businesses Can Use to Show Appreciation for Their Customers by Rolling Stone Culture Council. Rolling Stone) Happy customers are the fuel necessary to run any successful business.

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ShepHyken

MAY 22, 2023

To Drive Customer Retention, Don’t Neglect Culture by David Ducharme and Nick Furman (Gallup) Neglecting culture affects your teams and your customers. These perceptions are symptoms of culture problems — and in a competitive market, leaders can’t afford to deliver mediocrity to clients.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

Improving Customer Experience with a Customer Centric Culture by Mansi Bhatia. CustomerThink) Customer experience (CX) has gained a newfound glory in today’s industrial landscape. CX along with employee engagement are the focal points for companies who are looking to improve brand loyalty and customer engagement.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Harvard Business Review) More and more companies have loyalty programs — and for good reason. A recent industry report showed that loyalty program members not only spend more and remain customers longer but they are also more likely to spread positive word of mouth. It is part of the culture.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

6 Types of Customer Loyalty Programs to Help Grow Your Small Business by Social Media Today. Social Media Today) Rewards points, VIP privilege, Tiered programs, Omnichannel programs, Cashback – What is the best loyalty program to help grow your business? Here is an infographic.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 11, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Your Loyalty Program Might Be Losing You Money by Raghuram Iyengar, Young-Hoon Park, and Qi Yu. My Comment: I’ve written that many loyalty programs are actually discount programs. Or, do they?

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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

JUNE 30, 2024

Eliminate Inconveniences For Your Customers With These 5 Tips by Brittany Hodak (Brittany Hodak) When it comes to creating an exceptional customer experience, businesses often focus on the big gestures – impressive loyalty programs, flashy gifts, and over-the-top service at one or two big moments. I love that!)

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ShepHyken

JUNE 23, 2024

Rewarding That Loyalty Is Mandatory. by Joe Procopio (Built In) In the age of AI, the relationship strands between a business and its customers are becoming thinner and thinner, opening up that relationship to various new and more complicated threats. My Comment: This is an interesting article on customer loyalty programs.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 21, 2021

If you want to ROCK your loyalty program (if you have one), you’ll enjoy this article. Is Simpler Better For Rewards Programs? RetailWire) Non-tiered customer loyalty programs were found to increase customer value by almost 30 percent over a five-year time period. There are plenty of great ideas.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 6, 2022

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. My Comment: John DiJulius is one of the smartest customer service/CX experts on the planet. I love his articles.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Customers accumulate points for every pound they spend to earn discounts on future products and services. The exchange is straightforward: customers get benefits; the brand gets loyal customers. So, imagine if you combined the two: a good loyalty/ incentive program (points, perks, etc.)

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 11, 2021

It’s important to note that these loyalty programs aren’t making customers loyal, but they are making them come back. While loyalty and repeat business may not be exactly the same, nobody should complain when your marketing efforts get customers to come back again and again. It’s baked into the culture.

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Ann Michaels and Associates

JULY 26, 2024

Here are ten ways to make your business more customer-centric: Understand Your Customers: Conduct regular market research and customer surveys to understand their needs, preferences, and pain points. Develop detailed customer personas to better tailor your products, services, and marketing efforts.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 6, 2020

(Zendesk) Read on for customer retention strategies and tips to build long-term relationships that improve your customer loyalty. My Comment: I’ve always preached that there are two types of loyalty programs. The other is more of a marketing program that rewards customers for coming back.

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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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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 5, 2022

So, our first article comes from the hospitality industry with five “guest loyalty” trends that should be considered by every business. An updated loyalty program can help keep you connected to customers. Understanding what gives your customers “gratification” will help you meet and exceed their expectations.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The Secret to Building Brand Devotion is Not a Loyalty Program. Here’s What Customer’s Really Want. Entrepreneur Media) The idea of consumer loyalty has been around for centuries. My Comment: I’ve always preached that there is a difference between a repeat customer and a loyal customer.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 6, 2021

My Comment: I’ve been preaching for years (since my first book over 30 years ago) that customer service is not a department. It’s baked in the culture. So, if customer service isn’t a department, what do you call it? How about “customer care?” And, there’s the strategy of customer loyalty programs.

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ShepHyken

JULY 15, 2024

In the current competitive marketplace, however, the key to sustainable growth and success lies in building brand loyalty through emotional connection, a connection between brand and customer that goes beyond promotional tactics. Customer loyalty programs are often marketing programs offering discounts and perks for repeat business.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 10, 2025

Loyalty Programs by Marketoonist (Marketoonist) According to BCG, the average US consumer now belongs to more than 15 loyalty programs. BCG also found that as the number of loyalty programs has increased, the less engaged and loyal consumers actually are. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

Why Customer Loyalty is So Important in 2023 by Adam Jeffs (CX Network) This article dives into customer loyalty and retention in 2023, looking at why it is so important and how brands can go about securing and nurturing it. My Comment: In the past two-plus years (since the pandemic), customer behavior has changed.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

Why Customer Loyalty is So Important in 2023 by Adam Jeffs (CX Network) This article dives into customer loyalty and retention in 2023, looking at why it is so important and how brands can go about securing and nurturing it. My Comment: In the past two-plus years (since the pandemic), customer behavior has changed.

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