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AUGUST 1, 2022

My Comment: The customer service/support team may be the wrong name for a department that is on the front line, answering questions, dealing with complaints, and ensuring the customer’s problems are taken care of. These people are the brand ambassadors who get customers to buy more and say, “ I’ll be back.”.

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JANUARY 31, 2022

(TechDay) Customer experience can be a difficult element of your business to measure, but it has a tremendous impact on your business as a whole. Be it customer loyalty, your brand reputation or improving conversion rates, customer experience plays a part in various aspects of your business. Thank you, Engati!

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JUNE 13, 2022

In 2009 only 18% of the value of the top 100 brands was in subscriptions. Customer Experience Is Getting Worse by Katie Deighton. The Wall Street Journal) The quality of customer experience offered by consumer-facing brands and government agencies declined in the year through April 2022. This grew to 29% by 2018.

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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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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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JULY 4, 2022

The most successful relationships in business are when your customers view you as a partner versus a vendor. 75% of Consumers Say Customer Experience Impacts Brand Loyalty, Merkle Report Finds by PRNewswire. Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, professional speaker, and New York Times bestselling business author.

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DECEMBER 5, 2022

But this year, perhaps more than any other, feels especially monumental, as 2022 was not only the year the world returned to relative normalcy – it was the year the hospitality industry finally roared back to life. 3 Ways to Build Fierce Brand Loyalty by Sue Bevan Baggott and Jennifer Scheehle. Fast Company) In the past year, 47.8

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

(CMSWire) We know that customers expect answers to service inquiries within an hour, and they also expect their online experiences to be convenient and fast, with their questions answered and their goals accomplished. How has the ongoing digital evolution impacted how customers view patience today? It’s that simple.

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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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MAY 23, 2022

The author, who happens to be one of the leading experts in the customer service/experience space, uses the different positions and roles in a professional sports organization (including the manager, coaches, doctor, and more) as a metaphor for what it takes to assemble a customer-focused team. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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APRIL 25, 2022

ContactCentres) The pandemic had a significant impact on how we engage with brands, with nationwide lockdowns prohibiting face-to-face interactions and requiring both businesses and consumers to embrace digital alternatives. My Comment: This interesting article makes the case that a brand app is a great way to connect with your customer.

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MAY 16, 2022

Be a ‘Method Customer’ to Improve Customer Experience by Justin Racine. CMSWire) Brands spend exorbitant amounts of dollars, resources and time to connect with their customer base to understand them better. Power 2022 North America Airline Satisfaction Study. What makes a consumer tick?

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MAY 9, 2022

Consider these stats from the article: 67% of customers who frequently buy from the same company say they’re not necessarily loyal to that company. And 81% of consumers who define themselves as loyal to certain brands say they’d still buy from competitors if it was cheaper or more convenient to do so. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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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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JANUARY 17, 2022

This time it’s from my friend and fellow customer service expert, John DiJulius. John shares six important ways to create a company focused on customer service. He’s worked with some of the biggest brands in the world. 7 Effective Ways to Improve Your Customer Experience Strategy by Vineet Gupta.

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MARCH 28, 2022

The article’s author emphasizes the need for brands and people to bring a personal/real element into the customer experience. The Apopka Voice) Your business can’t operate and grow unless you have steady and paying customers. Here are 11 ways to deliver a service experience that makes customers come back.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Why do we keep coming across hurdles to purchase the products or services we want if we are so important? My Comment: There is often a gap between what a company/brand executive perceives as giving good customers service and what their customers perceive it to be. This gap can be a real problem.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The demand for better service continues to grow, as evidenced in our customer experience research (2022 Achieving Customer Amazement study sponsored by Amazon Web Services). However, customer service trends seem to be heading in the wrong direction. The post Bad Customer Service Isn’t the Problem.

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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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FEBRUARY 28, 2023

There is a trust gap between customers and the companies and brands they do business with. The two questions to ask that will define this gap are: Do you think your customers trust you? This is opinion.) Do your customers trust you? If you think your customers trust you, that’s a 100% score. That’s a 57% gap!

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JANUARY 2, 2023

(CustomerThink) Change encourages adjustment, after all, and retailers had a lot to adjust to in 2022. My Comment: I love learning from major brands (like Walmart and McDonald’s). This time we take a look at loyalty programs and the changes these brands made that may need to be “fixed” in the near future. Here are six big ones.

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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? Three Ways to Cultivate Loyal Customers Through Social Media by Michael Koh. and the U.K.,

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DECEMBER 20, 2021

A cause or social issue contributes to the customer experience, especially with Gen Z. Proactive customer engagement from the contact center will turn reactive customer support agents into brand ambassadors. Customer Experience by Tyler Gallagher. My Comment: Are you ready for 2022, at least for your CX strategy?

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NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Here are several excellent ideas on how to ensure you don’t lose a loyal customer, even when there is a problem or complaint. 5 Questions to Ask in Building a Customer Experience Strategy for 2022 by Phil Britt. Best New Customer Experience and Design Books – 2021 List by Ricardo Saltz Gulko. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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DECEMBER 6, 2021

The Customer Experience Is a Content Experience by Andrew Wheeler. Skyword) Digital experiences were thrown into the spotlight, and all the trillions spent on digital transformation (DT) initiatives over the years didn’t keep brands from being caught on the back foot. That changed with the pandemic.” Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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JULY 11, 2022

It’s part of the customer experience. Are you delivering information that adds value to customers and enhances their experience with your brand? The Retention Crisis: Should We Be Treating Employees More Like Customers? Go to The Customer Focus to learn more about our customer service training programs.

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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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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. How do they do it? Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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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. These customers can provide candid and honest feedback as to why they aren’t more engaged with your business. The first is a functional need.

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OCTOBER 31, 2022

3 Tactics to Avoid Spooking Your Customer by Mark Smith. CMSWire) If a customer becomes disengaged or disgruntled at your offerings, they are likely to “ghost” your brand. You don’t want to scare your customers away. But that is exactly what some companies and brands do. You don’t want scary CX, do you?

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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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JULY 18, 2022

5 Things Brands Need to Know About the Gen Z Customer Experience (and Employee Experience) by Radi Hindawi and Jim Katzman. They have different expectations than older generations, and brands that want to sell or employ them must understand those differences. My Comment: Gen Z is an important group of consumers (and employees).

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NOVEMBER 28, 2022

There are plenty of reasons customers respond to some and not others. Brands Must ALWAYS Listen to Customers! Debbie Laskey’s Blog) Jeremy Watkin is Director of Customer Experience and Support at NumberBarn and cofounder of the CustomerServiceLife blog. (G2) by Debbie Laskey. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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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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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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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. Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, professional speaker, and New York Times bestselling business author.

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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. Go to The Customer Focus to learn more about our customer service training programs.

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