ShepHyken

AUGUST 18, 2021

I recently released my 2021 Achieving Customer Amazement research. and asked them numerous questions about topics related to customer service, customer experience, loyalty, reviews, and more. One of the questions had to do with creating a personalized experience. . So, how well do you know your customers?

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ShepHyken

JULY 7, 2021

It is one of the most common questions I’m asked in interviews: What’s the difference between customer service and customer experience (also known as CX)? While I’ve written about this before, my original article about customer experience was more about how to create a more interactive experience.

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InMoment XI

MARCH 11, 2024

In order to create a truly great customer experience, you need to implement a customer feedback loop that will integrate your customers into the business. It is a loop because as the company makes improvements, the customers weigh in with feedback on how the improvements are faring. What is a Feedback Loop?

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Feedback Net Promoter Score Customer Experience Social Media 195

ShepHyken

JANUARY 5, 2022

I love to receive great examples of outstanding customer service. I’m always on the lookout for great stories, whether I personally experience them, or they are sent in by our followers. This prompted BarkBox to reach out to its customers in the areas that were hit hardest. It was about showing care.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 23, 2024

but when it comes to taking care of the customer, they fail. This made me think further about how cars are maintained, and it’s not much different from how you would want to run your business. Assuming you have a good product, you want to create processes that are customer- and employee-friendly. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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Customer Experience Customer Service Training Advertising Training 136

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 17, 2024

So, I have a gift for you: the five easiest customer service tactics that anyone and everyone can do and they wont cost a thing! I was recently asked in an interview, What are the easiest and least expensive customer service or experience tactics a company can implement? Not just customers. Just be nice!

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

There have most likely been times that many of us have fallen short in taking care of our customers. It could be that a competitor is delivering a better experience. First, there must be a way to measure the experience. Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author.

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Hospitality Customer Experience Hotels Feedback 167

ShepHyken

JANUARY 28, 2025

A Repeat Customer Is a Loyal Customer: No, they are just a repeat customer. As soon as a competitor has a better location or a lower price, dont be surprised to see the loyal customer disappear. Customer Loyalty Programs Create Loyal Customers: Loyalty programs are usually about points, perks and discounts.

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

I have been skiing in Vail Colorado, one of the best skiing areas in the world, for over 50 years.George Gillett originally built VailResorts.When I first met George in 1978 I asked him what he does and he said, I am in customer service. George also has an endorsement in my book, Achieving Excellence Through Customer Service.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

You want to experience a positive force. We have all been victims of a customer service or experience farce. We value your feedback Some companies make a big deal about wanting you to fill out their surveys to get feedback, with the idea that your suggestions and comments will help future customers.

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Policies Customer Service Training Feedback Customer Service 130

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

The Best Free (and Cheap) Customer Experience Training Courses Online. Get access to all three of Jeannie's Customer Experience courses and 14,000+ more. Free CX Courses: Free Customer Service Training by LiveChat. Sort-of-Free CX Courses: Customer Service Foundations by Jeff Toister.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Functionality versus customer experience: Do they belong together? And both dealerships – Ford and Ferrari – provide stellar customer service. While both may appreciate a good customer experience, one wants a different product experience.   Here’s another example. The Ford costs about $25,000.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 31, 2023

Many years ago, a friend shared some advice with me: It doesn’t cost much more to enjoy a first-class experience. He was referring to spending just a little more in certain situations to get much more out of the experience. Looking back, I did what most good people – or companies – would do for their customers.

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Customer Service Customer Experience Hotels Customer Service Training 143

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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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

When you make a customer smarter, at least two things are happening. One, you’re showing off your knowledge in such a way that is all about the customer, and not just about how much you know. Confidence is very important to get a customer to not just buy but to come back and buy some more. Just make your customers smarter. .

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Customer Experience Customer Service Training Customers Loyalty 133

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

I recently talked with one of those experts, Gabriel Masili of Granicus, a company that provides government agencies worldwide with technology and support that creates a better citizen experience. Not only does Granicus create a good CX for its customers, but it also helps its customers create a great experience for their customers.

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Feedback Government Hotels Customer Service Training 87

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Good customer service becomes noticeable for two reasons: A company or brand can be known for amazing customer service and experience. Customers may notice the employees’ attitude, how easy they are to do business with and more. However, over time, customers will notice that there are never problems.

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Customer Service Customer Service Training Customers Customer Experience 85

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 3, 2024

I’ve done a lot of business with this company over the past five years, and it’s always been a great experience. Then, as mentioned, I recently had a bad experience. I told them I’ve enjoyed doing business with them, but in my recent experience, they made several mistakes. Yes, it happens!) Acknowledge the customer!

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Survey Customer Service Training Feedback Customer Service 82

ShepHyken

JANUARY 11, 2023

Most everyone in the business world is familiar with the idea of customer experience (CX). And as popular as CX is, there’s a somewhat new concept that has been coming on strong for the past five years, and that’s the employee experience (EX). Most businesses today use technology to meet their customers’ needs.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 10, 2024

How to handle angry customers is a topic Ive covered in the past. Ive been reading a lot about how the tough economy can cause customer frustration or anxiety. Maybe this is part of why some customers lash out at employees when theres a problem. Or maybe, as Ive written about many times, the customer is more demanding.

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Customer Service Training Training Customers Customer Service 85

Vonage

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

I heard his presentation on the subject of how quickly a business moves when I had the privilege of working with the bank, and I realized the importance of how velocity applies to the customer service experience. It’s not hard to see how velocity can benefit the customer service experience.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 22, 2021

He shares six ways companies and their brands can deliver an exceptional customer experience. Companies and their brands are no longer built through advertising but through experiences, and these experiences are customer-driven.? . Here are six ways you can deliver an exceptional customer experience. .

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Tips Customer Experience Management Return on Investment 148

CloudCherry

AUGUST 22, 2019

In his discussion with CloudCherry’s very own James Gilbert, Shep shares with us the 6 Principles that drive a convenient experience, offering fantastic examples of each. As he says, “The company that can add convenience to already good customer service has an opportunity to disrupt their competition- maybe even an industry.”

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Travel Customer Service Training Culture Loyalty 240

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 29, 2024

So, here’s a question for you: Are you confident your customer service and CX won’t scare your customers away? If you do any of these, your customers will love you – nothing scary about that – but your competition will be scared their customers might find out and switch to you. Customers love prompt responses.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

That made me wonder about the reasons good companies lose customers. I don’t think there’s a company on the planet that can please every customer every time, although that’s a lofty goal and the theme of one of my books, Amaze Every Customer Every Time. It’s unrealistic to think you could retain 100% of your customers forever.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 27, 2024

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 another article featuring Forrester Research’s take on customer obsession, and this time the focus is on B2B. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The slogan originated from the restaurant’s founder, Gus Belt, who would bring a barrel of steaks into the restaurant and grind them into burgers in front of the customers. It was meant to reassure customers that the burgers were made with fresh, wholesome ingredients. They want you to be happy with how they deliver their CX.

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Brands Loyalty How To Policies 80

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

He shared an amazing answer: The enemy of customer service is pride. If youve been following my work, you know one of my favorite concepts is The Customer Is NOT Always Right ! Lets use that as a starting point to understand how pride can be the enemy of customer service. Or maybe the customer is argumentative.

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Customer Service Policies Customer Service Training Customers 97

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 22, 2024

In the customer service world, we’re contacted by customers who have questions and problems. is an opportunity for a positive customer service conversation right from the start. Words that we use can help drive the positive experience. A conversation that begins with the three words, “How do I …?”

Customer Service 85

Customer Service Customer Service Training Customers Loyalty 85

ShepHyken

JULY 28, 2021

One of the big concepts we teach in our customer service training programs is the concept of Always. This is the backbone of creating customer amazement. For example, your customers might say: “They are always so helpful.”. Often, they are really just one person the customer is interacting with.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 4, 2025

How would you like to know what made a customer angry or sad, leading them to leave a negative review? I had a sit-down with Michael Podolsky, the CEO of PissedConsumer.com , a sounding board for consumers to leave comments and reviews when they cant get the customer service they want or deserve. Direct feedback is a gift.

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How To Exercises B2B Feedback 80

ShepHyken

MARCH 11, 2025

With all the talk of AI, ChatGPT and more, Im often asked when interviewed, Whats changed in customer service? For thousands of years actually about 3,775 years when customers have had a problem or question, they have contacted the company they are doing business with and hoped that it would be resolved to their satisfaction.

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Customer Service Self Service Chatbots Customer Service Training 82

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

AI is reshaping customer service and customer experience faster than we could ever imagine. Smart companies have found the balance between the human touch and the digital experience. Don’t fall into the trap of thinking AI can replace your customer service team. But some are getting it wrong.

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Customer Service Strategy Chatbots Customer Service Training 82

Comm100

APRIL 2, 2024

Customer satisfaction (CSAT) scores are a vital metric for any business trying to track and improve their customer service and support. The scores provide a snapshot of how satisfied your customers are with your products or services, indicating areas of success and those needing improvement.

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Strategy How To Wait Times Customer Satisfaction 264

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. B2B Customer Service: 5 Proven Strategies to Drive Success by Foundever (Foundever) What sets leading B2B (business-to-business) brands apart? Successful B2B companies view their customers as partners.

Customer Service 77

Customer Service Social Media B2C B2B 77

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How to Improve Customer Support on a Budget by Tycoonstory (Tycoonstory) Whether youre a startup starting to gain traction, or an established business, you need to run a lean operation.

Customer Service 74

Customer Service Self Service Social Media Contact Center 74

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How do I love my customers? We kick off this weeks Top Five with an article about loving on your customers. My Comment: One of my favorite customer experience topics is loyalty programs.

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Loyalty Programs Customer Service Customer Journeys Loyalty 77