CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Customer Service Strategies When it comes to creating an Airbnb business plan, customer service strategies should not be overlooked. After all, the hospitality industry is built on providing excellent service and positive experiences for travelers.

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Customer Focused Tourism Travel Guidelines 52

Customers Rock!

MAY 5, 2011

It is not a social media book (more on that in The Story below), but social media is woven throughout the book (as it should be woven throughout a company’s marketing and customer service strategies). It is also not a customer service book (but that is an important tenet).

Social Media 198

Social Media Customer Centricity Case Study Loyalty 198

Blake Morgan

JANUARY 14, 2025

Despite the rapid strides in AI technology, many companies face significant hurdles when it comes to effectively integrating it into their customer service strategies. Blake Morgan was called The Queen of CX by Meta. 8CXLaws.com.

Customer Centricity 52

Customer Centricity Call Flow Strategy Contact Center 52

ShepHyken

MARCH 4, 2025

If customers are frustrated by your competitions complicated return policies, make sure you arent guilty of the same. Share insights with your team and use them to stay customer-focused and ahead of your competition. This isnt a do it once exercise. Take time each quarter maybe even each month to examine this type of feedback.

How To 85

How To Exercises B2B Feedback 85

ShepHyken

AUGUST 19, 2019

(G2 Crowd) Providing great customer service is not a choice or luxury; it’s a standard your customers expect. Well, here are nine “how to not’s” to consider in your customer service strategy. If live chat and chatbots are part of your customer service strategy, read this article.

Customer Service 123

Customer Service Leadership Ecommerce Culture 123

ShepHyken

AUGUST 21, 2019

The article made me think about how all businesses should have a “should have” list, especially if you want your customers to have a certain experience. I refer to this list as Customer-Focused Musts. For example, a restaurant’s customer-focused list could (and should!) It’s time—and you must get customer-focused

Customer Experience 130

Customer Experience Insurance Customer Focused Customer Service Training 130

ShepHyken

JANUARY 28, 2025

I like to say, Customer service training isnt something you did. Ongoing training and/or reminders are the key to a successful customer-focused culture. Customer Service Is What Happens When Customer Experience Fails : Customer service is not a department. Its something you do.

Loyalty Programs 95

Loyalty Programs Customer Service Training Training Culture 95

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 21, 2020

How to Provide the Best Possible Customer Experience? GISuser) If you don’t have a well-planned customer service strategy, you are highly likely to lose business. According to Channels, after just one negative experience, 51% of customers will never do business with that company again. by GISuser.

Customer Service 124

Customer Service Airlines Tips Customer Service Strategies 124

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Great customer-focused companies make it easy to get information quickly. It might be a Frequently Asked Questions page on the company’s website or a video tutorial that teaches exactly what the customer needs without having to call customer support. They want to get information quickly and easily.

Competitive Advantage 134

Competitive Advantage Customer Focused Customer Service Training Video 134

ShepHyken

MAY 22, 2019

It’s still an opportunity to listen to the customer, empathize with their problem, give a little sympathy, and then show them how good you and your company are – regardless of whatever the problem is and who is to blame. That’s what the best customer-focused people do. That’s what the best companies do.

Customer Focused 134

Customer Focused Customer Service Training Customers Customer Service 134

ShepHyken

AUGUST 16, 2021

Pay special attention to number two, which is to post or re-post “User Generated Content” ( also known as USC) created by your customers on the different social media channels your company is on. 3 Projects to Refresh your Customer Service Strategy and Relieve Stress by Laura Krajewski. This isn’t just information.

Customer Service 99

Customer Service Social Media Tips Multi-Channel 99

ShepHyken

APRIL 13, 2022

If all they are focused on is the process or the bottom line and they don’t take their employees and customers into consideration, you’ll have a well-run business that loses to a competitor who creates a better customer experience. . The post The Day I Became a Customer Service Expert and Two Important Lessons?

Self Service 138

Self Service Customer Service Customer Focused Customer Service Training 138

Vonage

MARCH 26, 2018

From there, sit down with your best service reps and discuss the types of customers they commonly deal with on a day-to-day basis. In combination, this process will allow you to ‘flesh out’ a series of profiles based on your typical customer’s needs, wants and expectations.

Omni-Channel 145

Omni-Channel Self Service Customer Experience Social Media 145

ShepHyken

JULY 22, 2019

Top 14 Ways to Create a Great Customer Experience Strategy in 2019 [Updated] by Amritpal Dhangal. Acquire) If you really want to get ahead in the game, nail down a great customer service strategy. 14 ways to deliver a great customer experience – and more. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

Social Media 121

Social Media Customer Service Trends Tips 121

Integrity Solutions

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In This Post You Will Learn: What Does Customer Service Mean? The Impact Of A Customer Service Culture Enhancing Customer Service With A Sales Mindset Importance Of A Customer Service Strategy The Customer Experience Journey Contact Center Training Integrity Service® Customer Service Training What Does Customer Service Mean?

Customer Service Training 106

Customer Service Training Training Customer Service Contact Center 106

ShepHyken

JULY 28, 2021

While the always statements above mostly apply to the people, you also want to have a good customer-focused process to support it. The journey the customer takes must be easy. Ideally, you want your customer to say, “They are always easy to do business with.” The point is that it is never a distant memory. .

Customer Service Training 168

Customer Service Training Training Meeting Customer Service 168

ShepHyken

MAY 21, 2018

Just three of a number of ways the author shares on how to lose a customer. Customer Service Strategy 101: A Framework for Serving Customers & Measuring Success b y Alan Finlay. Relay) Modern businesses can’t afford for customer service to be an afterthought. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

Customer Service 83

Customer Service Customer Service Strategies Employee Experience Innovation 83

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

The dance is the metaphor for your business, and what got them to the dance is why customers keep doing business with you.? . The point of this is to think about changes you make that aren’t customer-focused. Any change, even if you think the customer will like it, could be opposed and cause friction.

Policies 122

Policies Customer Focused Customer Service Training Software 122

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 1, 2018

My Comment: Customer service is not just for customers. Here are three great customer service strategies that will work for your employees, too. Creating a better employee experience will result in a better customer experience. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

Customer Service 19

Customer Service Infographics Employee Experience Customer Service Strategies 19

ShepHyken

JANUARY 11, 2021

There is a lot of crossover in these concepts, but also some differences The author emphasizes the idea that doing contactless right can build trust, which is essential to repeat business, and ideally, customer loyalty. 10 Important Components of a Social Media Customer Service Strategy by VHT MARKETING.

Social Media 101

Social Media Customer Service Guidelines Loyalty 101

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Without the ability to take payment, they could close the bakery, or they could trust that their customers to pay later. It’s obvious, the team at the bakery took the customer-focused approach. . On occasion, a customer would leave their wallet or purse at home. The post How Much Do You Trust Your Customers?

B2B 146

B2B Customer Service Training Customers Retail 146

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Three main areas that include investing and/or using the right technology, having competent people, and building out the customer-focused culture. Level-up Your Customer Service With These 4 Dynamite Strategies by Tom Sagi. For information on The Customer Focus customer service training pr.

Customer Service 81

Customer Service Culture Poor Customer Service Contact Center 81

ShepHyken

JULY 21, 2021

Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author. For information on The Customer Focus customer service training programs, go to www.thecustomerfocus.com. The post The Shortest Customer Service Keynote Speech Ever!

Customer Service 174

Customer Service Customer Service Training Customers Video 174

ShepHyken

AUGUST 18, 2021

Knowing your customers better than your competition knows them may be the differentiator that earns you their business. . Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken. Copyright © MMXXI, Shep Hyken).

Airlines 174

Airlines Customer Experience Survey Customer Service Training 174

ShepHyken

AUGUST 5, 2020

Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling business author. For information on The Customer Focus™ customer service training programs, go to www.thecustomerfocus.com. The post How to Avoid Roadblocks to Great Customer Service appeared first on Shep Hyken.

Customer Service 164

Customer Service How To Exercises Customer Service Training 164

ShepHyken

APRIL 1, 2019

My friend, colleague and brilliant businessman, Vala Afshar, shares his insights on one of the most important trends in customer service. A Complete Guide to Social Media Customer Service by Anna Bredava. My Comment: The title of this article is “A Complete Guide to Social Media Customer Service.”

Customer Service 104

Customer Service Social Media Chatbots Trends 104

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author. For information on The Customer Focus customer service training programs, go to www.thecustomerfocus.com. The post When Your Customer Experience Hits a “Bump in the Road” appeared first on Shep Hyken.

Customer Experience 169

Customer Experience Hospitality Hotels Feedback 169

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Be sure customers know how much you appreciate their business, and how you look forward to serving them again. . Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author. For information on The Customer Focus customer service training programs, go to www.thecustomerfocus.com.

Course 169

Course Customer Service Training Customers Customer Service 169

ShepHyken

JULY 22, 2020

Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling business author. For information on The Customer Focus™ customer service training programs, go to www.thecustomerfocus.com. The post Would You Fight to Make Your Customers Happy? Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

Poor Customer Service 167

Poor Customer Service Customer Service Training Software Sales 167

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author. For information on The Customer Focus customer service training programs, go to www.thecustomerfocus.com. “Old school” ideas may have more relevance than you think. . Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

Fashion 160

Fashion Customer Service Training Technology Communication 160

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

And maybe that idea is so good that customers would pay you for the privilege of doing business with you, even if they don’t have to.? . Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author. The post Would Customers Pay to Do Business with You?

Hotels 171

Hotels Customer Service Training Retail Customers 171

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

(The Michelli Experience) Recently, a new client of mine said, “Just like everyone else I want to differentiate my business through the customer experiences I provide, but quite frankly I’ve tried a lot of things and am not seeing any sustained improvement.”. That is what will turn a good customer experience into a great customer experience.

Customer Service 86

Customer Service Airlines Wireless Retail 86

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author. For information on The Customer Focus customer service training programs, go to www.thecustomerfocus.com. That’s what the best companies are doing, and you can do it too! . Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

Industry 162

Industry Hospitality Leadership Customer Service Training 162

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Deliver an experience your competitors don’t, and watch how many of your customers say, “I’ll be back!” Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling business author. Get more information on The Customer Focus ™ customer service training programs.

Company 158

Company Customer Service Training Online Experience Customer Service 158

ShepHyken

JULY 12, 2017

Truly customer-focused people ask their customers at least one extra question to ensure they understand their customers. They also ask questions on behalf of their customers, because their customers don’t always know what questions to ask. For information contact or www.hyken.com. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

Hotels 103

Hotels Customer Focused Policies Customer Service Training 103

ShepHyken

JANUARY 20, 2021

Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling business author. For information on The Customer Focus customer service training programs, go to www.thecustomerfocus.com. The post Small Improvements in Customer Service Create Big Wins appeared first on Shep Hyken.

Customer Service 164

Customer Service Customer Journeys Exercises Touchpoint 164

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 12, 2022

The ones your customers are using. . Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author. For information on The Customer Focus customer service training programs, go to www.thecustomerfocus.com. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

Social Media 164

Social Media Customer Service Customer Care Customer Service Training 164