ShepHyken

JUNE 6, 2022

Why Chick-fil-a Is One of the Most Loved Brands by John Dijulius. The DiJulius Group) Even as the demand for Chick-fil-A is at an all-time high, the private company will only grow at a pace they ensure they won’t jeopardize the brand experience. What Makes Good Customer Service? This is one of the keys to their success.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. The Top 5 Guest Loyalty Trends and Predictions to Watch for 2023 by Ellis Connolly. So, our first article comes from the hospitality industry with five “guest loyalty” trends that should be considered by every business.

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ShepHyken

JULY 4, 2022

Returning customers not only keep a consistent revenue stream coming in, they also typically refer others to a business’s product or service, too. My Comment: How do you measure customer happiness and loyalty? you will find some of the most effective ways to measure your focus on customers. Let me count the ways!

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ShepHyken

MARCH 14, 2022

The New Reality of Loyalty: Consumers Want Brands To Earn It by PRNewsWire. MarTech Cube) Amid ever-rising consumer expectations, supply chain disruptions, and less access to third-party data, Yotpo’s annual State of Brand Loyalty survey reveals just how hard brands have to work to earn loyalty that drives positive business outcomes.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 31, 2022

Here are 10 practical tips that businesses can use to gain and maintain trust with their customers. My Comment: Trust is a hot topic and more important than ever in building repeat business and ultimate loyalty. This article shares ten ways to create trust, which in a sense, are ten ways to create a better customer experience.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 25, 2022

Top 10 Signs Your Loyalty Program Needs Rehab by Dan Jurek. CustomerThink) Customer loyalty best practices constantly evolve. So even if your program previously achieved great results, failing to update it frequently to keep customers engaged may mean you lose money, opportunities, or both. Customer Loyalty.

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ShepHyken

MAY 9, 2022

I like how this article makes us consider what will make the most positive impact on our customers. Three Stats That Will Change the Way You Think About Customer Loyalty Stats by Wise Marketer Staff. Are your customers coming back out of true loyalty, habit, or some other reason? Of course, not!

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ShepHyken

MARCH 21, 2022

Our customer service research supports the theme. 59% percent of the more than 1,000 consumers we surveyed feel that customer service is worse now than before the pandemic. 5 Tips to Increase Your Customer Satisfaction in 2022 and Beyond by Wise Marketer Staff. State of Consumer Behavior 2022 by Raydiant.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 1, 2022

After all, customers make buying decisions based on their experiences, so no matter what originally attracted them, their customer service interactions can dictate loyalty or loss. These people are the brand ambassadors who get customers to buy more and say, “ I’ll be back.”. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 28, 2022

The article’s author emphasizes the need for brands and people to bring a personal/real element into the customer experience. What Today’s Guests Really Want When It Comes To Hotel Loyalty Programs Might Surprise You by Ellis Connolly. Hospitality Net) Why do so many hotel loyalty programs fail?

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

How to Use Content Marketing for Customer Retention and Loyalty by Express Computer. Express Computer) It is indeed an undeniable fact that customers that are happy and satisfied tend to stick around for long. The Value Gap a New Blueprint for Customer Expectations by Quinine. This gap can be a real problem.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 18, 2022

Tracking Customer Experience? The Drum) Ask any brand to rate their customer experience on a scale of one to 10 and most will probably choose a high number. Now ask one of their customers, and they’ll probably give a different answer – a lower one too. Measure Outcomes, Not Indicators by Mike Cooper.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Why Do Customers Love Certain Brands? Dan Gingiss) Why do customers love certain brands but not others? Is brand love random, based on the latest viral video? Or is it strategic, based on an intentional focus on customer engagement? Who doesn’t want their customers to love them? by Dan Gingiss.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 2, 2023

Customer Loyalty Is Your Holy Grail for Success. Entrepreneur) Customer loyalty is an essential source of revenue for any business. Use these four tips to create a customer loyalty program that will give you the highest return on your investment. My Comment: How do we create customer loyalty?

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CX Accelerator

JULY 1, 2020

Before Covid-19, customers chose companies that differentiate on experience, and 81% of customers switch to another brand as a result of bad customer service (American Express). Now more than ever, the customer experience is the battleground for brand loyalty. Two specific examples come to mind.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 13, 2021

brands of 2021 based on shopper sentiment. My Comment: What retailers get top marks for delivering great customer service? No surprise with any of these “rock star” brands. What Social Media Trends Will Emerge for 2022? CMSWire) 2021 was a busy year for social media platforms and 2022 is shaping up to be even busier.

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CX Accelerator

JULY 1, 2020

Before Covid-19, customers chose companies that differentiate on experience, and 81% of customers switch to another brand as a result of bad customer service (American Express). Now more than ever, the customer experience is the battleground for brand loyalty. Two specific examples come to mind.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 24, 2022

Think of the brands or companies you enjoy doing business with the most. They have great customer service. . They provide a great overall customer experience. . They fuel the customer’s experience. Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, keynote speaker, and New York Times, bestselling business author.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Talkdesk Research Reveals the Role of Customer Service in Driving Consumer Loyalty Will Expand Beyond Support. Martech Series) Organizations have emerging opportunities – and threats – to consider as consumer loyalty increasingly takes into account broader relationships to companies. We knew that!) Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

JULY 15, 2022

He shares how organizations can gain loyal customers by providing an experience that exceeds expectations. The stakes have effectively been raised, and they’ll continue to go up for product brands, service providers, and client-based companies alike. . In 2022, and moving forward, simple fulfillment isn’t enough.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

(HelpSquad) The important task for businesses is to retain their customers as much as possible. And we asked some experts to share their best tips on how to gain customer loyalty. Here are five strategies that can help avoid losing loyal customers. Well, that’s a good question. Navigating all of this requires a good plan.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Customer experience should be treated as business critical due to the tangible benefits that it delivers. Not only can contact centers satisfy immediate customer expectations, but these efforts also contribute to long-term loyalty and retention. Steve Miller is the Head of Customer Success at Cirrus.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 6, 2021

My Comment: Some may refer to this as a marketing article, but I’ll argue that marketing is part of the customer experience – and vice versa. Consider that the first strategy is about content marketing, which when done well, is a wonderful customer experience. And, there’s the strategy of customer loyalty programs.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 20, 2022

Eight Tips To Get Inactive Customers Excited About Your Business Again by Young Entrepreneur Council. Forbes) Without customer loyalty, a business can struggle to succeed. My Comment: This article features the three basic needs of (most) every customer. Let Your Brand Strategy Be Your Superpower by Julie Reeves.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

My Comment: People like doing business with companies and brands that they know, like, and trust. Here are four areas to focus on when you want to build trust with your customers. I’ll add a fifth, and that’s customer experience. Surveying the New Landscape of Customer Loyalty in the Wake of the Pandemic by Fastco Works.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Magazine) Obsessed with the customer experience, Zappos has woven a customer focus throughout everything they do. My Comment: Zappos is one of the iconic customer service brands, known for delighting customers with a level of WOW customer service. Finally, if you want loyalty, create an emotional connection.

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CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Forbes article The Top 100 Most Customer-Centric Companies Of 2022 shared that the focus of customer-centric companies is making their consumers “feel good”. These companies cite successes in COVID relief, customer service mindset, corporate social responsibility, employee experience, and innovative solutions.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The author shares five “skills” that will help build relationships with your customers; stress tolerance, self-actualization, assertiveness, interpersonal relationships, and happiness. The Experience Advantage: How to Supercharge Your Brand’s Growt h by Peter Aitken. The Secret to Building Brand Devotion is Not a Loyalty Program.

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ShepHyken

JULY 25, 2022

11 Ways to Increase Brand Loyalty Through Better Email Marketing by Young Entrepreneur Council. However, when done right, it can be an effective communication tool to gain new clients and customers. My Comment: Email marketing is typical marketing until you focus on the customer and not just making a sale.

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Think Customers

DECEMBER 13, 2021

In 2020, brands discovered how empathy can drive profitability and win lifetime loyalty, even during trying times. Fast forward to 2022—successful brands who continue to grow, innovate, and advance in the digital space need to answer the question: Are we sticking to the human side of the experience?

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 3, 2022

(SME Web) One in three people would prefer to contact customer service via SMS or WhatsApp, new research shows, highlighting the need for businesses to employ a fully omnichannel presence. My Comment: There are many ways customers can reach out for support. You do if your customers are there. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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Kustomer

JULY 28, 2022

The modern customer has shrunk their attention span while raising expectations, all the while becoming quick to allow each and every experience to dictate their relationship with a brand. Think about the last really good or really bad experience you had when interacting with a brand. How did that experience make you feel?

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 15, 2022

For customers, trusting that their feedback is being heard and that it matters is vital to building a longstanding, trusting relationship. It helps build eVoicngagement, nurture advocates, and, most importantly, build brand fidelity. it’s important to focus on the customer’s success with whatever you sell.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 17, 2022

For Incredible Results: Surprise and Delight Your Most Devoted Customers by Laura Bassett. CMS Wire) Who comes back for average customer experience? Every interaction with a customer is a loyalty test. Bassett says those interactions are loyalty tests. I love this concept. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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SmartKarrot

MARCH 8, 2022

In celebration of International Women’s Day, we are honored to present our Top 50 Women Leaders in Customer Success to Follow list for 2022, celebrating 50 influential women leaders and their inspiring stories of strength and success. Presently, she is serving as the Vice President of Customer Success at ClientSuccess.

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ShepHyken

MAY 30, 2022

Here you will find some interesting stats and findings about why rewards programs fizzle out, the mistakes companies/brands make, and more. The Verdict Is In: Customer Service Isn’t Human Enough by Amy Balliett. Magazine) Does your organization’s customer service strategy sacrifice humanity for the sake of efficiency?

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BirdEye

MARCH 24, 2023

Customer preferences and expectations keep changing, and a great development strategy can help your brand keep pace. A sound strategy will allow you to identify, incubate, and execute new business development concepts that lead to innovation, new partnerships, and better relationships with new and existing customers.

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