ShepHyken

MARCH 24, 2025

Magazine) Giving back has become a central priority for business leaders across industries. Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, award-winning keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling author. From the perspective of a healthcare executive, youll learn that this can apply to almost any business.

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CSM Magazine

AUGUST 27, 2024

Modern technology provides new solutions to improve customer service training, giving employees the tools they need to succeed in a competitive industry. From virtual reality simulations to gamification, the latest tech-driven approaches are transforming how businesses train their teams.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Custom Studio (Inc. Magazine) A growth-at-all-costs mindset can land a company in hot water, creating misalignment with consumer needs and preventing the development of the long-term customer relationships that are foundational to healthy businesses. What does that mean? Building Relationships That Last a Lifetime by Inc.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 17, 2020

You renew your subscription to a magazine, a maintenance contract or a software program. What if renewal simply meant that the customer comes back—again and again? Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling business author. I have an idea about renewals.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

I was reading an article by Jeff in a magic magazine. 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.

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ShepHyken

JULY 11, 2022

3 Ways to Create a Better Customer Experience That Increases Conversions by Joel Comm. Magazine) As the global marketplace shrinks and communication channels continue to evolve, competition is heating up. Then, think about this customer well into the future. Finally, this is an all-the-time consistent effort.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 19, 2020

I read an article penned by Dale Salwak in Linking Ring Magazine, the publication put out by the International Brotherhood of Magicians. Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling business author. His idea of taking the report to a professional level was to have no misspellings.

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CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Confidence also comes from reminding yourself that you are the expert and to tap into your product knowledge and experience in difficult or day to day customer service situation. For more information on the actor-led customer service workshop please visit here or email training@hendrixthedog.org tel: + 44 (0) 1892 519504. .

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CSM Magazine

MAY 14, 2024

The saying “the customer is always right” has evolved into recognizing customer service as a crucial aspect of every business. Effective customer service training is a strategic imperative for businesses aiming to foster satisfaction, loyalty, and competitive advantage.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Nine Areas of Focus for Improved Customer Service Training by Rolling Stone Culture Council (Rolling Stone) Because they have direct interactions with customers on a daily basis, a company’s customer service team plays a large role in that organization’s success. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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ShepHyken

JULY 25, 2023

Companies that charge their customers monthly or annually using a subscription model – this could include newspapers, magazines, software, utilities, and almost any type of product – should have processes in place to deal with a customer passing away or any other tragic or unusual scenario. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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ShepHyken

MAY 6, 2019

How Customer Service Needs to Evolve in the Subscription Economy by Wendy Shlensky. CustomerThink) Customer service is a true differentiator in today’s ever-growing subscription economy. What started with newspaper and magazines has now evolved to real-time, contextual and personalized product ownership experiences.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

The idea behind the article is to “delight” the customer, rather than to just serve them. A Customer Discovered Their $350 Lego Set was Missing Pieces. Magazine) Delight is maybe the most powerful thing you can do to generate loyalty among your customers. The Company’s Response Was Brilliant by Jason Aten.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 17, 2024

The Secret to Dealing With Awkward Customers by Call Centre Helper Magazine (Call Centre Helper Magazine) From repeatedly sending back products and making apparently unwarranted complaints, to demanding something over and above your offer… Not to mention taking up too much of your agents’ time! Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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Storyminers

JULY 6, 2020

A Renaissance Golf Resort, MI, recognized as one of the World’s Best Hotels by Travel+Leisure magazine. She is a regular contributor to the Harvard Business Review and Forbes and has been a sought-after writer for publications including Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Knowledge@Wharton, ChangeThis, Seeking Alpha, QSR Magazine, among others.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Helping Companies & Organizations Create an Amazing Customer-Focused Culture by CXO Magazine This week, we’re starting the Top Five roundup with a Bonus article. Actually, it’s more than an article, it’s an entire magazine devoted to CX. And I’m very proud that that CXO Magazine honored me with a cover story.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 8, 2022

The WOW Factor: How to Deliver an Amazing Customer Experience Every Time by Benny Marotta. CEOWORLD Magazine) Creating a positive customer experience is key to keeping your target market coming back, whether you’re operating a digital business or a brick-and-mortar storefront. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 4, 2024

Magazine interview. Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, award-winning keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling author. Learn more about Shep’s customer service and customer experience keynote speeches and his customer service training workshops at www.Hyken.com.

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CSM Magazine

APRIL 12, 2022

The uncomfortable fact is that you can be as customer focused as you wish, but you will not always be able to help. Rudeness has no place in any situation but especially in our day-to-day livelihoods.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

It’s time to come back to a very important topic in customer service and customer experience. I was recently interviewed by Megan Jones, an editor for Call Centre Helper magazine. Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, award-winning keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling author.

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Storyminers

JULY 6, 2020

A Renaissance Golf Resort, MI, recognized as one of the World’s Best Hotels by Travel+Leisure magazine. She is a regular contributor to the Harvard Business Review and Forbes and has been a sought-after writer for publications including Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Knowledge@Wharton, ChangeThis, Seeking Alpha, QSR Magazine, among others.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

With 15 ideas shared, you’re sure to find something to help you achieve high customer satisfaction scores. Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, award-winning keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling author. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

Poor training and abusive customers – both very scary when mismanaged – are just two of the five topics covered in this short article. 8 ways to be a great customer during COVID by Monique Richardson. Second, there are some great comments from other customer service and CX experts that will give you something to think about.

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CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Customer support is a critical interface with a huge impact on customer satisfaction and customer retention and, thereby, on business performance and profitability. Here are a few fundamental must-haves for any prospective online customer service training solution. Course management. Learning delivery.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 4, 2021

7 Techniques That Are Key to Customer Retention Today by John Hall. Magazine) It’s a business axiom that holding on to existing customers is more lucrative than acquiring new ones. My Comment: Returning customers are more profitable, not just because they return. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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ShepHyken

MAY 12, 2019

Are you reactive, proactive or predictive when it comes to customers? CEO Magazine) The introduction of Voice of the Customer solutions enables a predictive management style that operates effectively the same way that a check-up at the doctor does. by Michael Stelzer. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 14, 2021

Personalization may not quite be table stakes for a good customer experience, but it’s a definite differentiator. Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, professional speaker, and New York Times bestselling business author. Go to The Customer Focus to learn more about our customer service training programs.

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SurveySensum

JULY 14, 2020

Industry Leader in customer experience, Blake Morgan is a Keynote Speaker, Author of two books, a Customer Experience Futurist, and a Guest Lecturer at Columbia University. Brenda Lynn Dichoso – Head of Customer Experience Performance Management at PT Smartfren Telecom. LinkedIn : [link]. Website : [link].

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

My Comment: Jill Schiefelbein tells us a great story and shares three excellent customer experience lessons; the voice on the phone matters, industry jargon can create a barrier and kill an experience, and the process shouldn’t inconvenience the customer. A quick read with some important reminders. It’s what can keep you in business!

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Magazine) Obsessed with the customer experience, Zappos has woven a customer focus throughout everything they do. So, I was excited to read Steven’s article and watch his video comparing the movie to a great customer experience. 3 Things You Need to Do to Keep Customers by Jim Schleckser.

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ShepHyken

JULY 25, 2022

6 Considerations for a Meaningful Customer Service Policy by Kate Spirgen. My Comment: What customer service lessons can you learn from a garden retailer? The Garden Center magazine recaps Liz Lark-Riley’s session at the garden industry’s meeting, Cultivate ’22. Quite a bit. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 26, 2020

For those solely focused on customer service and experience, pay attention to the comments about AI, chatbots and virtual assistants. The Future Of Business Is Customer-centric: 3 Pillars To Create A Customer-centric Strategy by Ilenia Vidi. You’ll have to download the report to get it – and it’s worth it.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Costco Is Rolling Out a Brand-New Feature that Its Most Loyal Customers Will Love by Bill Murphy Jr. Magazine) Did you hear the one about the loyal Costco member who went to buy a $4.99 Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, award-winning keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling author. It has a brain.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 13, 2022

CustomerThink) Some of us are old enough to remember when subscriptions were limited to just sports clubs, newspapers, and magazines. If you say the word “subscription,” most people think of magazines and newspapers. Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, professional speaker, and New York Times bestselling business author.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Magazine) Employee turnover is always a stressful situation. This time it is Ricardo Saltz Gulko’ s picks of the best customer experience and design books of 2021, and he included my latest book, I’ll Be Back: How to Get Customers to Come Back Again and Again. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

If the leadership isn’t getting out of their offices and communicating directly with customers, they are missing the opportunity to hear from one of their best assets, their customers. The Secret to a Superb Customer Service Team? Hiring Actual Customers by Gabrielle Bienasz. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

MAY 7, 2018

This short article focuses on the three types of consistency that drives brand loyalty: a consistent customer experience, consistent brand values and consistent brand identity elements. Take Your Company’s Customer Experience Efforts to the Community by Adrian Speyer. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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