ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. I refer to that as the expectation gap – what you think you are going to get versus what you actually get.) Is it that simple?

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Article Customer Service 2023 Customer Service Training 62

ShepHyken

JANUARY 3, 2024

I recently wrote two articles in my weekly Forbes column with my top predictions and trends for customer service and customer experience. The employee experience (EX) drives a better customer experience (CX). Happy New Year! What’s 2024 going to be like? Here are my top predictions for 2024.

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

With 97% of Fortune 500 companies now using social media, s ocial channels such as Twitter and LinkedIn have become an integral component of business customer service strategies. This trend is expected to accelerate as companies seek out new ways to use social media for customer service needs.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 13, 2018

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. Are You Making This Critical Connection With Your Customers to Strengthen Relationships and Drive Loyalty? Don’t call.

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2018 Article Customer Service Loyalty 72

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Prabhjot Singh at Knowmax , a company that empowers customer experience teams to improve engagement through AI-powered knowledge management. He talks about the trends that customer service and experience professionals can expect for the remaining months of 2023.

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ShepHyken

JULY 6, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. The most important customer service qualities in the next normal: Expertise, empathy, and speed by Vala Afshar.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 20, 2018

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. T-Mobile is completely overhauling how its customer service works by Chris Welch.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. The 7 Best Retailers for Customer Service b y Jamie Grill-Goodman. Customers want it and are expecting it.

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2017 Article Customer Service Retail 75

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Natasha Thakkar, Content Marketing Manager at Oleeo. She writes about the five ways to become an effective and efficient customer service manager. Either way, this article is for you. A customer service manager’s main priority is to retain customers.

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Customer Service Management Leadership Communication 56

ShepHyken

JUNE 4, 2018

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. Stop Trying to ‘Delight’ Customers, Says CX Expert Paul Greenberg by Noreen Seebacher. Feldberg & Tami Kim.

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Article 2018 Customer Service Airlines 76

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 23, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. You’ll have to read this excellent article by Vala Afshar, a genius in the world of customer service and CX.

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2017 Article Customer Service Retail 74

ShepHyken

JANUARY 23, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. Are You Taking Your Customers For Granted? CustomerThink) What does your B2B marketing program have to do with your customer retention strategy?

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2017 Article Social Media Customer Service 59

CSM Magazine

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Magnus Geverts at Calabrio shares his essential guide to Good Customer Service. Customer service is now a key differentiator in the eyes of consumers and companies alike. Put your contact centre on the right track with a step-by-step guide to improving customer service that blends people, process and technology.

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Customer Service Customer Service Strategies Customers Interaction 52

CSM Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2019

The customer service department is too often referred to as “just a cost center”. As experience overtakes price and product as a key brand differentiator, customer service is being recognized as the face of, and driver for, organization-wide strategy. The board includes: EVP, Global Customer Care, Mastercard.

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Customer Service Strategies Customer Service Airlines Chief Customer Officer 40

CSM Magazine

APRIL 20, 2022

When it comes to order fulfilment, customer service is key. By ensuring that your customers are happy with their orders, you can minimise the chances of returns and complaints, and keep them coming back for more. What is Customer Service for Order Fulfilment and Why is it Important?

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Customer Service Customer Service Strategies Communication Customers 52

Comm100

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

However, the past couple of years has seen its importance within customer service skyrocket as companies adopted new technologies to stay connected during the pandemic. With the benefits made clear for all to see, and customer expectations risen, customer service operations can no longer afford to ignore digital transformation.

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Kustomer

JULY 10, 2020

In a world that’s so heavily focused on utilizing digital technology and social media to create convenient experiences for consumers, making your customer service communication lines as simple, seamless and tailored as possible to specific members of your audience is a must. Diving Deeper: What Exactly Is Personalized Customer Service?

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Customer Service Return on Investment Magazine Customer Service Strategies 52

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Recently, I wrote two articles for my weekly Forbes column that paid homage to Abraham Maslow, the American psychologist who created what is referred to as Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. The articles were so well received that I wanted to share shorter versions here with our Shepard Letter subscribers. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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Workshop Customer Service Training Customers Reference 98

Help Scout

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

With access to fewer resources and generally leaner teams, small businesses need to be more creative and tactful in their approach to customer service. Armed with those insights and learnings, you should be able to get started on — or refine — your own customer service program to start delivering consistently exceptional support.

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CSM Magazine

AUGUST 18, 2022

Used correctly, your Instagram marketing efforts can strengthen your relationships with your target audience, and help you to differentiate your brand through social service. How to use Instagram for customer service. Tips to improve Instagram customer service. Meet and exceed customer expectations.

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Customer Service Marketing Social Media Customer Service Strategies 52

CSM Magazine

JUNE 28, 2021

The icing on the cake for your customers is good customer service, which is why according to the 2018 State of Global Customer Service Report, 95% of respondents indicated that customer service is important to their choice of brand. Make your company easy for customers to access.

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ShepHyken

MAY 30, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. If not, this article could shed some light on why. My Comment: We are in the digital era of customer service.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

This week, we feature an article by Sukhdev Singh, Digital Marketing Specialist at Maxicus , a company that provides tech-enabled customer service solutions. He writes about building a great customer experience is integral to the success of any organization. What is a Customer Experience Strategy?

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Customer Experience Net Promoter Score Omnichannel Measurement 71

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Not long ago, I wrote an article and created a video on Doing More Than Expected – even when it’s not included in your job description. Because they do what it takes and know, “If I don’t do it, who will?” Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, award-winning keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling author.

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Workshop Customer Service Training Customer Service Article 142

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. However, digital transformation has changed the game on who is responsible for delivering customer service and how. Shep Hyken.

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Blog Customer Service Management Retail 76

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

What would you have to do for your customers to be willing to pay for the privilege of buying your products or services? How good your customer service is. Are you good enough that customers, if you asked it of them, would pay? . Our service would be impeccable. . What would make your customers say, “Wow!”

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Hotels Customer Service Training Financial Retail 169

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OCTOBER 10, 2023

In today’s competitive business landscape, understanding customer service metrics is paramount. These metrics not only gauge the effectiveness of your customer service initiatives but also shape your overall business strategy and customer experience. What Exactly Are Customer Service Metrics?

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Metrics Net Promoter Score Customer Service Effort Score 260

CSM Magazine

JULY 12, 2020

How a business handles customer service has a direct correlation to brand perception and longevity in today’s landscape. This is the exact reason why customer service and marketing need to work hand in hand. Customers’ expectations of businesses are constantly changing. The notion of “immediate”.

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Customer Service Marketing Social Media Culture 52

Lumoa

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

This is where a Voice of the Customer approach can help by organizing and prioritizing customer insights into a usable format. In This Article: What is the Voice of the Customer (VoC)? Why you should care about the Voice of the Customer? Customize your brand to better align with your customers’ needs.

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Customer Centricity Voice of Customer Social Media NPS 169

ShepHyken

APRIL 28, 2017

This week on our Friends on Friday guest blog post my colleague, Murph Krajewski, writes about the importance of a single customer view when it comes to serving your customers. This will help lead you to forming important relationship with your customer. – Shep Hyken. Customer service needs customer data.

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ProProfs Chat

APRIL 24, 2020

We’ve seen popular brands create some of the most memorable and successful customer service stories. Believe it or not, but customer service psychology is one of the driving factors for their success. What is Customer Service Psychology? Adapt Communication Skills as per Customer Expectation.

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Customer Service Social Media Customers Communication 82

Retently

MARCH 18, 2024

Through carefully crafted service survey questions, businesses can glean insights into customer sentiment, measure the impact of their customer service team, and understand the shades of customer satisfaction and loyalty. Whether through a simple “How satisfied were you with our service?”

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Customer Service Net Promoter Score Customer Service Representative NPS 141

CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In an industry as dynamic as travel, customer service often serves as the linchpin for success. While many companies focus on competitive pricing or unique offerings, there’s an often-overlooked factor that can significantly impact revenue: the quality of customer experience. Jayride exemplifies this proactive approach.

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Travel Transportation Customer Experience Exceptional Customer Service 52

Playvox

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

With sky-high customer expectations and the increasing use of digital channels, keeping service quality high is no easy task. Three Vital Layers Of Quality Management QM is far more than just reviewing customer interactions for areas of concern. But what’s the real value of a loyal customer?

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Contact Center Multi-Channel Customer Retention ROI 78

CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Customers are like elephants; they have amazing memories. This means they will never forget a truly wonderful or absolutely horrible service experience. So, in these tough economic times, what are the best customer service strategies to provide elephant-astic experiences?

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Lumoa

JUNE 14, 2023

Before we dive into our remedies, let’s take a look at some of the root causes that could be behind your score going south: Inadequate or Poor Customer Service Many customers tend to be unforgiving if their support experience isn’t up to scratch. Think about it. Or recommend them to your friends and family?

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NPS Customer Centricity Loyalty Presentation 83

ShepHyken

AUGUST 21, 2020

This week we feature an article by Ricardo Saltz Gulko, managing director and co-founder of Eglobalis. He shares 5 habits of companies that went through dramatic transformation and still managed to improve the customer experience. Employees, partners, and customers expect more from the organizations they support and interact with.

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