C3Centricity

MAY 25, 2020

Were you surprised to read the title of this post? Do you believe that using technology to understand customers is the only way today? Then let me explain why I believe it’s not quite that simple. . In today’s data-rich environment I’m not really suggesting that you actually ignore data nor technology! However, in working with clients around the world as well as in numerous industries, I have found that many are lost by the wealth of information that is available to them.

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Kerry Bodine

MAY 11, 2020

As cities and countries around the world grapple with plans to reopen, we’re all wondering what our “new normal” will look like — both personally and professionally. But if you’re reading this post, you don’t have the luxury of sitting on the sidelines and watching it unfold. To succeed throughout the rest of the pandemic and whatever comes next, you need to proactively develop a customer experience strategy that will serve both your customers and your business.

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GetFeedback

MAY 24, 2020

The most prominent challenges of running a cross-functional CX team and how to overcome them.

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Experience Matters

MAY 4, 2020

Organizations need to plan for three phases of recovery after the post-COVID shut down: 1) Explore, 2) Reorient, and 3) Normalize. This post explains each phase and how Experience Management (XM) can help. The post Three Phases For Heading Back To Business appeared first on Experience Matters.

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Customer education has become a key driver for growth, retention, and product adoption. Our latest 2024 State of Customer Education Report uncovers critical data and insights from a survey of over 200 industry leaders, offering a look at the evolving role of education in driving business success. Inside, you'll find data on key trends and strategies, including: Strategies for Scaling & Customization: Find out which investments in learning technology deliver the biggest ROI and scalability.

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IntouchInsight

MAY 13, 2020

Customer feedback is a critical tool for every business. It allows you to decide if you're going to follow the trends set by your competitors, or respond to what your specific customers are expecting as the world around them changes.

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Heart of the Customer

MAY 12, 2020

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The DiJulius Group

MAY 27, 2020

1. Feature Article Your Customer Experience in the New Normal By Dave Murray, Senior Customer Experience Consultant In these uncertain and unprecedented times, organizations have to figure out how to walk the tightrope of managing cashflow and how to invest in key training that will allow them to pull away from their competition. At the. Read Full Article.

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GetFeedback

MAY 3, 2020

The top 9 skill sets you need in your core customer experience team in order to succeed.

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NICE inContact

MAY 19, 2020

It would be difficult to find a small business that has not been adversely impacted by the current pandemic. And to say that most small business have been negatively impacted is putting it mildly. Recent findings from National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) show that the three leading causes of small business decline is due to 1) lost sales, 2) disruption in supply chain and 3) disruption in workforce due to employee illness.

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Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

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Comm100

MAY 19, 2020

Note: This blog post was originally published on Jul. 20, 2015, and as it is one of our most popular posts, we have updated it to include the latest research, up-to-date statistics and best practices in this topic. If you’re reading this blog post, you probably already know that live chat is a platform that allows you to chat directly with your website visitors.

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Uniphore

MAY 20, 2020

Every action a business takes is now seen through the lens of the coronavirus pandemic. Business processes and workforce management considerations that were unthinkable a few short months ago, contact center leaders are revisiting. Call centers have become frontline workers in the wake of COVID-19. They are considered to be one of the most vulnerable places for the spread of this contagious virus.

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Steve DiGioia

MAY 11, 2020

I saw him, I did. He’s in that little hut with his face buried in his cell phone. He saw me drive up; I know he did – he looked right at me. I’m now waiting at the gas pump – it’s only 3 feet away from him. I know I need to have patience, but it’s been almost a minute and he hasn’t bothered to even look up from his “most important thing” You know what?

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Storyminers

MAY 21, 2020

Last year, I wrote an article about new ways to work. It was based on an interview with founder, Jon Ferrara. Both articles tie how Nimble , a new social selling platform, improves the lives of professional service providers. Today, Nimble just made my life easier (again) with the release of a new dashboard that saves me even more time and lets me stay focused on ‘the next right thing.’.

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GetFeedback

MAY 13, 2020

The CX charter is a concise document that defines roles, responsibilities, timelines, and outcomes for your cross-functional CX program.

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Alida

MAY 21, 2020

Amidst the global COVID-19 crisis, financial organizations big and small are struggling to keep up with changing circumstances and are preparing for what comes next. Keeping communication channels open for two-way conversations with customers is pivotal in maintaining relationships while also enabling organizations to listen and adapt to their customers’ changing outlook, actions, and brand satisfaction during the pandemic.

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Customer Bliss

MAY 12, 2020

During this time, I’ve been bringing together leaders who influence us all to share their wisdom in live conversations on LinkedIn and Twitter. Follow me on either platform to find out about my next live broadcast, join us, and ask your questions—we’ll answer them during the broadcast! I was honored to bring to you, our audience, a live conversation with the incredible Seth Godin , leadership guide for the ages, influential writer, and author of 19 books, for a candid conversation about what

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TechSee

MAY 19, 2020

Product registration – the process of capturing new customers’ information – enables brands to connect directly with consumers and engage with them during their relationship with the company. It allows device suppliers to communicate updates, safety recalls, and recommendations for product accessories or consumables such as capsules and cartridges.

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Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, and Terrence Sheflin

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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Beyond Philosophy

MAY 7, 2020

Do you love your cable company? . If you do, you are in the minority. People almost universally align on their distaste for their cable company. However, we do love complaining about them, or at least I know I do. Cable companies are an excellent example of what NOT to do with your experience to promote customer-driven growth. Cable companies are an excellent example of what NOT to do with your experience to promote customer-driven growth.

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Wired and Dangerous

MAY 19, 2020

A man lived right by the railroad track. For years, the train roared by his bedroom window at two-o’clock every morning. He grew so accustomed to it that it never disturbed his sleep. One night no train came through. The usual train was taken out of circulation for maintenance and a substitute was unavailable. At precisely 2:00 AM, the man lunged from a deep sleep and exclaimed, “What was that?!”.

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GetFeedback

MAY 28, 2020

The 8 steps to creating a successful post-purchase survey plan.

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Alida

MAY 19, 2020

Amidst the global COVID-19 crisis, organizations big and small are struggling to keep up with changing circumstances and preparing for what comes next. Keeping communication channels open for two-way conversations with customers is pivotal in maintaining relationships while also enabling organizations to listen and adapt to their customers’ changing wants and needs.

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Speaker: Miriam Connaughton and Donald Knight

As organizations scale, keeping employees connected, engaged, and productive can seem like a monumental task. But what if AI could help you do all of this and more? AI has the power to help, but the key is implementing it in a way that enhances, rather than replaces, human connection. Join us for an exploration into how industry trailblazers are using AI to transform employee experience at scale while addressing both the potential and the pitfalls.

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ReviewTrackers

MAY 11, 2020

Social media gives customers the opportunity to voice their opinion about your business in an open space. It’s a space that exists for everyone to see — friends, family, and other consumers. That’s why businesses should manage their reputation on social media. But what exactly is it? And how exactly can it help your business? . Here is a guide to help you understand social media reputation management and why you need to incorporate it into your marketing strategy.

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TechSee

MAY 20, 2020

Two years ago, we cracked open the champagne when Gartner named TechSee as a Cool Vendor in its CRM Customer Support and Service Report. TechSee was honored as a pioneer in Computer Vision AI-powered Visual Assistance for customer service, based on our proprietary, multi-patented technology. TechSee provides automated visual guidance for customer self-service, contact center agents and field technicians.

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Beyond Philosophy

MAY 14, 2020

Influence and persuasion are critical skills for salespeople. However, they are also crucial for fostering customer-driven growth in your organization. In this issue of Why Customers Buy, we are going to discuss the six fundamental principles of how to influence people, and you might be surprised by what you discover. We spoke to Brian Ahearn, CMCT®, who is the Chief Influence Officer at Influence People in a recent podcast.

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ShepHyken

MAY 13, 2020

I see light at the end of the tunnel. While we’re not back to “business as usual,” we are starting to see business reopen and adapt to a new normal. I’ve made many observations over the past couple of months, some of which have found their way into my weekly posts. Here’s another one: With the right attitude, we’ll be stronger when this is over. As I’ve mentioned numerous times in the past, I’m an optimistic, glass-half-full, batteries-included kind of guy.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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GetFeedback

MAY 10, 2020

Establish these five committees to properly structure and govern a cross-functional CX program.

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Michel Falcon Experience

MAY 22, 2020

In this episode, I welcome Troy (@troy), the co-founder of Juice Marketing (NYC) and we chat about: – If Zoom meetings will become more popular than face-to-face interactions with customers. – How to identify what type of interaction each customer wants. – How he has been managing his B2B customer experience. – What is the best restaurant in NYC?

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Cyara

MAY 5, 2020

My heart goes out to everyone affected by COVID-19; these are truly challenging times. I wanted to share some helpful, data-driven industry insight gathered from our contact center customers, and some ideas of ways to bring teams closer together even as we’re forced to work apart.

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