ShepHyken

JANUARY 4, 2023

And in the world of customer service and CX, there is much to be excited about. Last month I released my annual Top Ten Customer Experience Predictions in my weekly Forbes column. Customers Will Be Smarter and More Demanding Than Ever – I may sound like a broken record as I start each year with this prediction.

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Lumoa

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Nowhere is this more true than with customer relationships. Without listening to the voice of your customer, you’ll be like a ship without a rudder or a compass…lost and drifting without direction. Customers don’t always take the time to express their feelings. In This Article: What is the Voice of the Customer (VoC)?

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 21, 2020

He shares 5 habits of companies that went through dramatic transformation and still managed to improve the customer experience. 5 Habits of Companies that Improve Customer Experience Through Change. Prioritize human needs (customers, partners and employees). Adopt new behaviors.

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Lumoa

JUNE 14, 2023

You’ve designed your NPS survey and emailed it to all your customers—and the results are in… but not those you were expecting. When it comes to gauging customer sentiment and loyalty, few metrics enjoy such widespread acclaim as the Net Promoter Score (NPS). Does it spell doom for your business? Think about it.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 27, 2017

This week we feature an article by Tim Fujita-Yuhas that discusses the importance of empathy when using new technology for customer service. He looks at the next generation of texting, known as RCS (Rich Communication Services), which I think will become a very valuable tool. – Shep Hyken.

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Customers are like elephants; they have amazing memories. This means they will never forget a truly wonderful or absolutely horrible service experience. So, in these tough economic times, what are the best customer service strategies to provide elephant-astic experiences? Unleash the chatbot!

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TechSee

MARCH 7, 2022

Let’s start with the bottom line – keeping customers satisfied is the key to a successful and profitable business. Customer experience and engagement are not buzzwords – they are solid performance indicators that continue to gain traction and are a top priority for businesses. What is Customer Self Service?

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CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In an industry as dynamic as travel, customer service often serves as the linchpin for success. While many companies focus on competitive pricing or unique offerings, there’s an often-overlooked factor that can significantly impact revenue: the quality of customer experience. If we review Jayride for example.

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CSM Magazine

APRIL 17, 2024

In today’s fast-paced, customer-centric business landscape, the traditional approach of reactive customer service—to wait for customers to reach out with issues—no longer reigns supreme. Research suggests 89% of customers who are contacted proactively report a positive experience that changes their perception.

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delighted

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Exceptional customer service turns repeat and new customers into promoters. Needless to say, many brands are taking notice of the financial benefits improving customer service can have for your bottom line. In 2019, 67% of consumers believe that companies are actively improving their customer service.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Prabhjot Singh at Knowmax , a company that empowers customer experience teams to improve engagement through AI-powered knowledge management. He talks about the trends that customer service and experience professionals can expect for the remaining months of 2023.

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VDS

MAY 21, 2024

Imagine a world where customer service is both incredibly efficient and deeply empathetic—this is the promise of combining AI technology with human agents. To meet today’s high customer expectations, businesses are increasingly turning to a blend of AI technology and human interaction.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Over the years, I’ve observed customer behavior, and some of my conclusions were confirmed by my customer service and CX research, known as the Achieving Customer Amazement Study (sponsored by Five9 ). Customers don’t consciously realize it, but the first time they do business with you, they have uncertainty.

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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?

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CSM Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2019

The customer service department is too often referred to as “just a cost center”. As experience overtakes price and product as a key brand differentiator, customer service is being recognized as the face of, and driver for, organization-wide strategy.

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Interactions

APRIL 16, 2024

How Can the Bar be Raised to Surpass Customer Expectations? In a world of high demands and countless inquiries, meeting consumer expectations isn’t just a goal; it’s a commitment. Failing to invest in customer care risks customers seeking it elsewhere. What’s an IVA?

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InteractionMetrics

AUGUST 14, 2024

Each interaction your customers have with your company’s representatives gives them either a positive or a negative view of your company. In other words, your customer service is either promoting your brand or driving your customers away. What Exactly is Customer Service Consulting?

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CSM Magazine

JUNE 26, 2024

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, customer service has emerged as a critical differentiator for businesses striving to stand out in a crowded market. While cost savings have traditionally driven the outsourcing industry, the emphasis is shifting toward enhancing Customer Experience (CX) as the paramount priority.

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VDS

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Customer service teams face the challenge of not only catering to the current needs of their clients but also preparing for future trends and challenges. One solution to keep those teams resilient and adaptable is Genesys Cloud, a powerful customer experience platform designed to future-proof customer service operations.

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Kustomer

JUNE 1, 2023

Using customer data to create a personalized customer experience is one of the top customer service trends of 2023, according to Forrester. Now is the time to ensure your customer experience strategy includes data driven personalization. For the modern consumer, expectations are growing.

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Kustomer

OCTOBER 2, 2020

Optimal customer service is a must for companies that want a stellar reputation that keeps business flowing. In fact, according to our own research , 79% of consumers say customer service is extremely important when deciding where to shop, so delivering on consumer expectations has never been more important.

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Playvox

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

But quality management is a vital area of your business — it’s what ensures your customers get top-notch service. of their revenue due to bad experiences. With sky-high customer expectations and the increasing use of digital channels, keeping service quality high is no easy task.

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Kustomer

JULY 10, 2020

In a world that’s so heavily focused on utilizing digital technology and social media to create convenient experiences for consumers, making your customer service communication lines as simple, seamless and tailored as possible to specific members of your audience is a must.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 13, 2018

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Are You Making This Critical Connection With Your Customers to Strengthen Relationships and Drive Loyalty? Consider two types of loyalty; behavioral and attitudinal. Want better customer service?

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ProProfs Chat

JANUARY 30, 2020

“Your most unhappy customers are your greatest source of learning.” — Bill Gates. Elaborating on this maxim, I would also like to add that unhappy customers can ruin the brand value in minutes. It takes less than a minute for an angry customer to post their bitter experiences online. Customer expectations.

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CSM Magazine

APRIL 20, 2022

When it comes to order fulfilment, customer service is key. By ensuring that your customers are happy with their orders, you can minimise the chances of returns and complaints, and keep them coming back for more. What is Customer Service for Order Fulfilment and Why is it Important?

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Stella Connect

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

There are some brands that seem to just get it, that understand customer wants and needs and are able to meet and exceed those expectations in the moment, at any given moment in time. . And what sets these customer-centric leaders apart from the rest? 4 Strategies for Meeting and Exceeding Customer Needs. #1:

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NobelBiz

APRIL 3, 2023

As businesses strive to provide exceptional customer experiences, call centers have become an increasingly important part of the customer service strategy. Contact centers are responsible for handling customer inquiries and complaints while providing solutions.

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Integrity Solutions

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Differentiating on service isn’t just a smart strategy for growth; increasingly, it’s a survival strategy. In a world where customers have more options available to them — and more ways to vent frustrations publicly — you can’t afford to drop the ball on excellent customer service. But just who is that?

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delighted

JANUARY 20, 2022

No matter what industry a company is in, customer satisfaction is one of the most important measurements of success. The best way to ensure that your company is succeeding in this area is to collect and monitor customer opinions and sentiments. Online customer reviews. Negative reviews present opportunities as well. Churn rate.

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Think Customers

OCTOBER 28, 2020

As financial leaders plan their next move, we’ve identified key customer experience trends and best practices that will help companies earn customer loyalty today and in the future. If we look at the customer data, their clear preference is for organizations to simply solve the problem. Why is this so important?

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Chattermill

JULY 15, 2018

The Best Customer Experience (CX) Events You Can Still Go To This Year. Customer Experience. The best customer experience events you can still go to in 2018. Customer Experience Innovation & Tech Fest. Customer Spark and Executive Summit. Customer Experience Manchester.

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Kustomer

MAY 13, 2020

Consumer expectations are changing daily, and technology has a lot to do with this. The digital age has made customers expect instant gratification; when technology makes just about any informationavailable at the click of a button, more and more people are turning to their devices for answers.

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ProProfs Chat

JANUARY 10, 2019

A robust customer service strategy helps your brand increase its customer base and also keep its existing ones delighted. However, building an amazing strategy requires an organization to keep up with the changing customer service trends every year. But worry not, we’ve got you covered.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 23, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. Are You Taking Your Customers For Granted? CustomerThink) What does your B2B marketing program have to do with your customer retention strategy? Driving Revenue With Great Customer Experience by Maxie Schmidt- Subramanian.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. The 7 Best Retailers for Customer Service b y Jamie Grill-Goodman. The “20th Annual Mystery Shopping Study” recognizes seven retailers who excel in customer service. Customers want it and are expecting it.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 20, 2018

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. T-Mobile is completely overhauling how its customer service works by Chris Welch. The Verge) Team of Experts launches nationwide today for postpaid customers. (The by Chip Bell.

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