Oracle

JANUARY 21, 2021

2020 was a year that left brands and businesses scrambling to adapt to rapid changes while still providing excellent customer experience. Here are 21 CX predictions for 2021, informed by some of the top experts of customer experience. Brands will invest in research to learn more about the 2021 buyer.

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Think Customers

JANUARY 11, 2022

A year ago, still in the throes of the pandemic, many turned hopeful eyes to 2021 expecting the world—and the customer experience landscape—to largely return to “normal.” 2021 prediction: Employees will be eager to return to the workplace. 2021 prediction: The economy will bounce back post-pandemic, just as quickly as it declined.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Reports and Data expect the global chatbot market to reach $10.08 billion market of 2018. Braden Kelley) Marketers have an overly optimistic perspective on customer loyalty and their implementations of customer loyalty programs. I’m a big believer that the typical loyalty program is actually a marketing program.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 5, 2021

TotalRetail) Customer service will continue to be a key differentiator in 2021 and beyond, and it’s therefore vital that brands meet the rising expectations of their customers. Here are three customer service trends brands should prepare for in 2021. Had the author said 2035, I might buy into this.

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SurveyGizmo

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

COVID killed brand loyalty. Brand loyalty took a nosedive during the pandemic with 75% of consumers trying a new shopping behavior since COVID started. This includes trying new brands, new retailers, and new generics. But the great brand realignment isn’t over. How will we bring the mojo back in 2022? Why Loyalty Matters.

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Second to None

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Consumer behaviors have shifted dramatically due to the pandemic, and trends are pointing straight at a refined customer experience in 2021. Forbes breaks down 11 customer experience changes that are taking place right now to meet the 2021 consumer, but we want to take in a more specific direction. . Consumer convenience .

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BlueOcean

MAY 13, 2021

Brand loyalty is a reflection of a customer’s commitment to a relationship with a given retailer or service provider. We quickly got used to holding everything and everyone at arm’s length – and for many customers, that included the brands they had once been loyal to. Big brands—ones with resources and manpower—were ahead of the game.

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Oracle

DECEMBER 29, 2020

With the new year just days away, it’s a good time to consider the best ways to boost customer experience in 2021. To boost CX, it’s important you spend significant time and energy getting to understand your customer and their needs, says Ryan Pitylak, chief marketing officer and founder of ZenBusiness. Do your research.

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BirdEye

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

With the right travel agency marketing strategy, travel agents and businesses can attract the ideal client to their business and grow rapidly. This blog post is the complete guide for travel agencies to unlock opportunities, grow their business, and use the best marketing strategies to reach their clients.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 25, 2021

Some loyalty programs are actually marketing programs. How will CX evolve in 2021? We asked them about how customer behavior is likely to evolve this year and how brands should adapt their CX strategy accordingly. The post 5 Top Customer Service Articles For the Week of January 25, 2021 appeared first on Shep Hyken.

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Kustomer

JULY 28, 2021

In recognition of that achievement, we are proud to announce that Kustomer is a finalist in the 2021 SaaS Awards Program in the category of “Best SaaS Product for Customer Service/CRM.”. The CX organization is invaluable to a business and in the online world, they are often the sole face of the brand.

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ShepHyken

MAY 17, 2021

How to Nurture Your Online Customers And Turn Them Into ‘Brand Evangelists” by Peggy de Lange. (B&T) B&T) Building a connection with existing customers is just as integral to any marketing strategy as winning new ones, but how do we turn customers into spokespeople for our brands? Guess what?

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ShepHyken

JUNE 21, 2021

These 6 Rules Will Tell by Wise Marketer Staff. The Wise Marketer) Too many reward programs solely focus on the points, rather than on the rewards their points or miles make possible. Do your rewards hit the “must-have” mark that turns casual customers into brand fans? 2021 and Beyond Loyalty Strategy by Retail TouchPoints.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 28, 2021

(Newsweek) Newsweek has again partnered with respected global data research firm Statista to identify the stores that consistently provide the Best Customer Service 2021. Consider listing the companies/brands that closely resemble your organization. It’s interesting how the scores determine the ranking. So, what to do with this list?

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Kitewheel

JANUARY 25, 2021

How can businesses set themselves up for success in Q1 2021 and beyond? In this blog, we lay out our 2021 trends based on years of experience in the customer journey space. Four Predictions For 2021. Marketing Will Continue To Drive Omnichannel Growth. Voice of Customer Data Will Grow To Include Voice of Process.

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BirdEye

MAY 3, 2023

Marketing objectives are actions that’ll help you achieve your marketing goals. In this blog, we’ll share some strategies for setting effective marketing objectives to reach your desired results. And an effective marketing objective starts with strategies for each of these more manageable elements.

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ShepHyken

MAY 31, 2021

5 Ways to Drive Brand Loyalty and Customer Lifetime Value by Ian Simons. (Ad Ad Age) Here are 5 tips for marketing organizations looking to maximize their Discovery Commerce opportunity from Aubrie Richey, VP of media for TechStyle Fashion Group that brought us brands like Fabletics and Savage X Fenty.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 14, 2021

Why Brands Must Embrace Personalization Before It’s Too Late by Katrina Wong. Forget Brand Loyalty. Here’s Why You Should Strive for ‘Brand Intimacy’ Instead by Sophie Downes. My Comment: To create true customer loyalty, it’s about an emotional connection between a brand and a customer.

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Oracle

APRIL 15, 2021

Let’s take a closer look at the top consumer traits that are driving CX strategies in 2021. In How to Win Friends and Influence People , the famous book adored by marketers, author Dale Carnegie said that there’s no word that people love to hear more than their own name. 21 CX Predictions for 2021.

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Interactions

JUNE 17, 2021

But, we’re halfway through 2021 and it only feels right to do a check-in on where we stand with the evolution of contact centers and changes to customer experience. . Forbes published 11 CX related Predictions for 2021 late last year. The role of the Contact Center has changed”. My revised prediction: . Empathy is king.

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Upstream Works

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

As the pandemic continues and businesses continue shifting focus to accommodate necessary changes, we’ve seen brand new drivers of customer experience (CX) success arise. The below three drivers of CX success will help to keep customer loyalty strong as we move into 2021. Supporting a Distributed Workforce.

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CustomerSuccessBox

AUGUST 23, 2021

INBOUND 2021. This 4 day conference brings together leaders from product management, creative SaaS marketing and startup founders. With more than 70,000 attendees from sales, marketing and service fields, it presents a vast opportunity for individuals and teams to network in person as well as online. November 9-11, 2021 Virtual.

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ShepHyken

MAY 3, 2021

They are an amazing example of customer service and CX, and there is much to learn about this brand. Managing Your Marketing: 5 Tips to Reduce Risk of Failure by Angela Hausman, PhD. My Comment: Here’s an expression that is several years old, but still has relevance: Customer experience is the new marketing.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 11, 2021

4 Ways to Level Up Your Customer Service in 2021 by Reuben Yonatan. Fast Company) Providing exceptional customer service is a tried and tested way for brands to stand out and succeed. Here are the four best ways to make sure your customer service is top-notch in 2021. What Makes an Optimal Customer Experience in 2021?

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 11, 2021

Business2Community) Here we will discuss 6 such points that your business or brand can adopt to gain the trust of your customers and increase your client base online. 10 Important Components of a Social Media Customer Service Strategy by VHT MARKETING. Digital Experience 2021: What do the CX Experts Say? (The

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Kustomer

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

The two-day event was loaded with insights from CX influencers and leaders from the world’s most future-focused brands including Spanx, Delivery.com, Rappi, Ring and more. Read on for our recap of Kustomer NOW 2021, What’s NOW and What’s NEXT in CX. A big one being your product marketing.”. So what do I mean by that?

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 16, 2021

Unfortunately, some companies or brands lose sight and focus too much on the tech and end up losing their human-to-human connection. 4 Ways to Build a Stronger Brand-Consumer Relationship Using Social Media by Jonathan Riff. Read It & Reap: 10 Top New Marketing Books To Savor On #NationalBookLoversDay by Lane Ellis.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 13, 2021

That’s according to reputation experience management company Reputation’s “2021 Retail Reputation Report.” brands of 2021 based on shopper sentiment. No surprise with any of these “rock star” brands. CMSWire) 2021 was a busy year for social media platforms and 2022 is shaping up to be even busier. and the U.K.,

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ClearAction

JANUARY 6, 2021

21 Tips for 2021 Customer Experience Excellence Lynn Hunsaker. Interestingly, like the list above, the answer to customer experience excellence in 2021 is to revisit the basics: they’re long overdue! Clearly, the above list of 2021 mandates is the responsibility of everyone in your company’s ecosystem, no exceptions.

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Talkdesk

DECEMBER 30, 2020

I think we’re all more than ready for 2021, and if we apply the spirit of innovation sparked by 2020, it’ll be a very good year. Stay bold, adapt and evolve At Talkdesk we have a bold mission: to help organizations around the world build brand trust and loyalty by delivering exceptional customer experiences.

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ChurnZero

MAY 11, 2021

Last week Technology & Services Industry Association (TSIA) hosted their Spring virtual event called – TSIA Interact 2021. Here’s a roundup of our top five takeaways for Customer Success professionals from TSIA Interact 2021. . . TSIA (@TSIACommunity) May 4, 2021. . TSIA (@TSIACommunity) May 4, 2021. .

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ShepHyken

JUNE 7, 2021

CMO from IDG) Customer experience simply does not live in a void controlled by the marketing teams. strategy+business) In a recent PwC customer survey, almost 60% of B2B customers reported they had never had an experience with a brand that made them feel special. The one-on-one process can yield some important results.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 6, 2021

8 Ways to Build an Effective Marketing Campaign on a Tight Budget by Lyle Solomon. (Ad But problems might arise when you need to create a marketing campaign that fits into a slim budget. 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.

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Kustomer

MARCH 23, 2022

In a crowded marketplace, where consumers are often bombarded with marketing claims made by brands, it can be difficult for them to know who to trust. What is a Brand Ambassador? A brand ambassador is someone who promotes your product or service in their interactions with other people via relevant communication channels.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Retail Customer Experience) Tara Bartley, senior manager, industry marketing, and Ashitha Bhanu, industry marketing, Akamai, share Akamai data relating to the most recent holiday shopping season and the top trends in play. 4 Ways Customer Experience Will Change in 2021 by Inge De Bleecker. This article includes four trends.

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