ShepHyken

DECEMBER 9, 2016

This week on our Friends on Friday guest blog post my colleague, Stephan Delbos, writes about the importance of doing more than satisfying customers, you must delight them. There is a big difference between satisfied customers and loyal customers. What Emotions Mean for Customers. Satisfactory is a rating.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

My obsession for Customer Experience (CX) started when I received a package in the mail on a random afternoon. Since my Stacy’s Chips incident, I have been fascinated by CX and continue to pay very close attention to how companies deliver unforgettable experiences to win over customer’s hearts – and wallets.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

This week we feature an article by Rahul Varshneya whos writes about how technology innovations are continuously improving the customer experience. This Maya Angelou quote fits perfectly when talking about the factors responsible for positive brand customer service. How to leverage technology for a better customer experience.

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GetFeedback

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Prior to this, we had all read the book, “ The Effortless Experience: Conquering the New Battleground for Customer Loyalty ,” and one question came out of it: Is effortless really enough? . The article states that customer delight (in other words, exceeding expectations) won’t bring customers back to your brand.

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delighted

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Attracting customers in a competitive market can feel like an uphill battle. One powerful tool in today’s marketplace is customer testimonials. In fact, 78% of shoppers say the presence of social proof – like a positive customer testimonial – increased their likelihood of purchasing from that brand.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 7, 2019

This week we feature an article by Molly Moore about why phone calls and online chat can make the difference between customer-centric brands and everybody else. In fact, nearly t wo-thirds (65%) of potential customers want to reach brands by phone. Consumers Demand Immediate Connection. How to Connect the Right Way.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

This week we feature an article by Dawn Gucciardo who took my model of Six D’s to Creating a Customer-Centric Culture and applied it to developing and implementing a CRM software. – Shep Hyken. Shep Hyken believes customer centricity must start on the inside, with your employees. – Imagine the desired customer experience.

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ShepHyken

JULY 5, 2019

This week we feature an article by Alexandra Mederrick who writes about why effectively communicating online with your customers is a key to success for any business. One that unlocks the opportunity to form a relationship and build customer loyalty. . One that unlocks the opportunity to form a relationship and build customer loyalty.

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Peter Lavers

JANUARY 15, 2020

Peter Lavers has been named as a top blogger in the realm of Customer Service. Peter is delighted to included in this list as it confirms his passion to help companies become more customer centric and thereby competitive in this world of ever-increasing customer empowerment and digital disruption.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 12, 2018

This week we feature an article by Mike Schoultz who shares his top 20 list of myths on customer experience not to tell yourself or things you should never say to a customer. Check out our thoughts on customer focus. We often get questions and comments on delivering great customer service and experiences.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 7, 2017

This week on our Friends on Friday guest blog post my colleague, Swati Kungwani, writes about the value of customer complaints to a business. Disappointments can be delightful! Customer behavior is becoming more dynamic. Customers tend to grumble or express their discontent if things go wrong. Shep Hyken.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 29, 2017

This week we feature an article by Patrick Thuot who shares an infographic about how customer service can help the retail industry. A customer-centric approach can help any type of business succeed. – Shep Hyken. To entice those customers to come in-store requires there to be something worth coming in for.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 2, 2016

This week on our Friends on Friday guest blog post my colleagues, Thomas A. Stewart and Patricia O’Connell, write about how to manage customer emotions and ensure that employees know how to be empathetic. Customers are smarter than ever and we must know how to create a positive experience. Is the customer in a hurry?

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 12, 2018

This week we feature an article by Chip Bell who writes about the importance of being easily accessible and convenient for your customers to do business with you. – Shep Hyken. I was in for a delightful surprise! I was among a group of bank customers standing in the rain at 8:55 am in front of the branch. I was stunned.

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ShepHyken

JULY 21, 2017

This week we feature an article by Jason Grills about how to use live chat agents properly in order to delight your customers. This means that you should know how to hire live chat agents who are going to delight your customers. If he or she lacks any, they might not be the best choice for your customer support team.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 1, 2017

This week we feature an article by Stephanie Jones about the importance of human interaction in the customer service world. While bots are helpful in many ways, the human touch is still so imperative, and so craved by the customer. – Shep Hyken. Bots lose their appeal when a customer has a complex issue.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

This week we feature an article by Nathalie Herrman who writes about three key principles that are at the root of all great customer service. She also reminds us that the customer experience begins with the employee experience. – Shep Hyken. Otherwise, we lack integrity, employees lose interest, and customer service suffers.

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Customer Satisfaction Blog Exceptional Customer Service Employee Experience 92

ShepHyken

JANUARY 5, 2018

This week we feature an article by Ford Blakely about text messaging which can provide that instant, convenient and low-friction customer experience that delivers delight. Let’s face it, customer service is the lifeline of any company. When customers are angry, they tell the world about it. – Shep Hyken.

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GetFeedback

MAY 5, 2019

Or would you stay loyal to your old mobile phone provider if you knew they offer 24/7 support for delightful customer service? Apart from expecting products whose quality matches the prize, customers for years now also expect to find the service providers exactly when they need them. Read on and find out!

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ShepHyken

MARCH 8, 2019

This week we feature an article by Jason Milleisen who shares three simple rules that will set you apart from your competition and help provide great customer service. I once heard about a car dealership who had customer satisfaction scores that were the impressively high. I need that customer so I need to be aggressive!

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BirdEye

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Customer experience can be vital in helping businesses grow and scale faster. Investing in processes and tools that contribute to customer delight significantly impacts the bottom line. Good customer experience or delight has significantly evolved to finding value across every touchpoint.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 20, 2019

This week we feature an article by Sabio who explains why developing a customer experience strategy is essential for your business to improve its bottom line. Developing a customer experience (CX) strategy for your business has never been more important. As a consumer, how do you feel when you receive a poor customer experience?

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

This week we feature an article by Nogol Tardugno who tells us how to get our contact center interactive voice response (IVR) to deliver the best customer experience. Any reports of the death of interactive voice response (IVR) as a customer service channel have been greatly exaggerated.

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Blog Customer Experience Contact Center Interaction 92

ShepHyken

MARCH 15, 2019

This week we feature an article by Tom Buiocchi who writes about the importance of the “behind the scenes” work facilities managers do in order to enhance the customer experience. When you think about how to provide excellent customer service, chances are facilities management might not be the first thing that comes to mind.

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Blog Customer Service Management Retail 73

SurveySensum

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Delighted is a customer feedback platform that helps businesses gather, track, and analyze thousands of actionable customer, product, and employee feedback. But like any other great tool ever made, Delighted also has some drawbacks that hold it back. This will help you choose the right and the best Delighted alternatives.

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Eptica

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Date: Wednesday, December 16, 2020 Author: Pauline Ashenden - Demand Generation Manager Learning from Santa’s customer service success. Author: Pauline Ashenden - Demand Generation Manager When it comes to customer service, Father Christmas has been delighting children for countless years.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 5, 2018

This week we feature an article by Brad Birnbaum who writes about how important it is for companies to deliver great service and create amazing experiences in order to compete with the big retailers and resellers. – Shep Hyken. To stand out, these brands need to rely on service. Eliminate Choice.

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Consumers Blog Brands Retail 82

Feedbackly

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Before we delve into the whole topic of customer satisfaction vs. customer delight, let’s touch on the core element. Customers are the lifeblood of any business because, without their demand for products or services, any market won’t exist or sustain for long. What is Customer Satisfaction?

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Customer Satisfaction NPS Customers Metrics 52

ShepHyken

AUGUST 31, 2018

This week we feature an article by Yura Filimonov who shares some of the many ways we can use AI to provide customer support. – Shep Hyken. However, there are enough examples that prove that companies can analyze the data to categorize it, find patterns and provide personalized recommendations to their customers. Self-service.

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ShepHyken

MAY 27, 2016

This week on our Friends on Friday guest blog post Shaista Haque writes about a very timely topic, the digital customer experience. Digital experiences are starting to mirror in-person experiences and you better be monitoring your digital customers now! – Shep Hyken. He has been put in queue due to peak hour.

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Blog Customer Experience Omnichannel Social Media 80

GetFeedback

MAY 7, 2019

Things are no different when it comes to client expectations regarding customer service. According to a study by Harvard Business Review , 65 percent of customers want their issues resolved in the first contact, while 50 percent of them will not give more than a week’s time to get an issue resolved and move on to a competitor.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

This week we feature an article by Sawaram Suthar writes about how live chat can simplify the customer journey. Always remember that the customer just want to be taken care of, regardless of how you go about it. – Shep Hyken. Businesses often face multiple challenges with respect to how to simplify the customer journey.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 1, 2018

This week we feature an article by Jason Grills who discusses the importance of integrating an effective customer support system and how to decide upon live chat software for your organization. – Shep Hyken. Your most unhappy customers are your greatest source of learning” – Bill Gates , Microsoft Founder. Probably not.

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ShepHyken

MAY 4, 2018

This week we feature an article by Meyer Baron who writes about the essential stages of a winning customer experience. Smart companies promise a positive customer service experience, and they deliver. – Shep Hyken. Customer experience” means different things to different people. Improved customer service training.

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BlueOcean

DECEMBER 10, 2019

We also published loads of content to share our insights and experiences in the world of customer care. Below you’ll find our top 10 most popular blog posts of 2019 – grab a cup of coffee and get reading! The True Cost of Losing a Customer. Which 2019 Consumer Trends Will Impact Your Customer Experience Strategy?

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Customer Bliss

AUGUST 18, 2020

This is a guest post from Niraj Ranjan, CEO & CO-founder of Hiver – a Gmail-centric customer service solution. With over 1500 customers across 30 countries. Niraj’s focus with Hiver has been to empower companies to provide customer experiences that are more human and empathetic. . By Niraj Ranjan.

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BirdEye

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Satisfied customers build successful businesses. Every business works to keep its customers happy, provide the best service, and become the #1 choice for its customers. This is especially true for multi-location businesses catering to local customers. Table of contents What is AI-driven customer experience?

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