ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

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. The Great CX Debate: Should Customer Experiences Be Effortless or Exceptional? Who wouldn’t like to delight customers!?

Article 89

Article 2021 Customer Service Retail 89

InMoment XI

AUGUST 17, 2023

Take NPS from a Score to a Strategic Advantage In today’s fiercely competitive business environment, customer satisfaction is paramount to success. Happy customers become brand advocates, fueling growth through positive customer feedback.

Net Promoter Score 493

Net Promoter Score NPS Customer Satisfaction 2023 493

InMoment XI

APRIL 5, 2022

What is the future for employee and customer experience trends in banks, wealth advisory firms, and credit unions? When you have both customer and employee perspectives, it’s easier to rethink the workplace and how one experience affects the other. What do your bank tellers know about friction points in the in-branch experience?

Banking 295

Banking 2022 Customer Experience Financial 295

ShepHyken

AUGUST 1, 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. Customer Service Teams Are a Brand’s Best Ambassadors by Patti Crume. Want to “deliver delight” to your customers?

Article 69

Article 2022 Customer Service B2C 69

ShepHyken

APRIL 25, 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. Consumers Prefer Traffic Jams Over a Bad Customer Experience by Retail Customer Experience. Customer Loyalty.

Article 64

Article 2022 Customer Service Loyalty Programs 64

ShepHyken

MAY 17, 2021

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. How to handle customer complaints? My Comment: Our customers have changed during the pandemic. Guess what?

2021 79

2021 Article Customer Service Customer Retention 79

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

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. 6 Ways To Create Customer Experience Consistency Throughout Your Organization by John R. The Secret to a Superb Customer Service Team?

2021 83

2021 Article Customer Service E Commerce 83

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 21, 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. Are Lifelike Digital Humans the Future of Customer Experience? My Comment: Is this the future of customer service?

Article 69

Article 2022 Customer Service 2005 69

ShepHyken

JANUARY 17, 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. 7 Customer Service Skills Every Business Needs by Renee Johnson. The Tech Report) Much of the customer mindset will remain a mystery.

Article 67

Article 2022 Customer Service Customer Journey Mapping 67

InMoment XI

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In the era of customer-centricity, contact center analytics stands as a beacon, guiding businesses and contact centers toward informed, data-driven decisions. This article delves deep into the intricacies of contact center analytics, showcasing how they can be the linchpin in enhancing customer experience and driving business growth.

Contact Center 260

Contact Center Multi-Channel Net Promoter Score Metrics 260

Comm100

MARCH 2, 2022

The value of excellent customer experience (CX) is no secret, nor are the aspects needed to deliver it – and yet many organizations are struggling to deliver on consumer CX expectations. There are three distinct approaches for a customer experience management program.

Customer Expectations 52

Customer Expectations Net Promoter Score 2005 Customer Experience Management 52

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. My Comment: We start this week’s Top Five roundup with an interview with customer culture expert Jeff Toister. Is it that simple?

Article 62

Article Customer Service 2023 Customer Service Training 62

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 9, 2022

This week, we feature an article by Nick Bandy, Chief Marketing Officer at LiveVox , an omnichannel platform that helps brands seamlessly communicate with their customers. He shares how you can align your customer’s journey with their brand expectations. What do customers expect from contact centers? .

Customer Journey 123

Customer Journey Brands Contact Center Sales 123

GetFeedback

JUNE 12, 2019

I’ve lost count of the number of meetings that I’ve had with copywriters, marketers, and designers where the terms customer experience (CX) , user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) have been used in an interchangeable manner. What is customer experience (CX)? . In fact, poor customer experience is costing U.S.

User Experience 329

User Experience Customer Experience Reference Interaction 329

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? . Gartner published a comprehensive article highlighting the key reasons why an effortless experience is the best approach for businesses. .

Loyalty 257

Loyalty Touchpoint Books Metrics 257

CSM Magazine

MAY 14, 2024

Customer service often becomes the battleground where loyalty is won, and brands are differentiated. The saying “the customer is always right” has evolved into recognizing customer service as a crucial aspect of every business. The key is to invest in a program that aligns with your business goals and culture.

Customer Service Training 52

Customer Service Training Customer Service Customer Service Representative Competitive Advantage 52

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

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. 3 Lessons From a Customer Service Failure by Jill Schiefelbein. My Comment: Every day I read articles on AI.

2019 87

2019 Article Customer Service Guest Experience 87

ShepHyken

JANUARY 14, 2019

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. Ten top tips for building a customer-driven company in 2019 by cp2experience. Here are my top five picks from last week.

2019 93

2019 Article Customer Journey Mapping Customer Service 93

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 12, 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. Digiday) 7-Eleven is making more moves to go cashierless — or at least give customers the option to.

2018 90

2018 Article Customer Service 2019 90

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. Smarter Customers This is the same prediction I’ve started with for several years. Our customers are smarter than they were last year (again). Today, it’s expected.

2024 93

2024 Customer Service Workshop Customer Service Training 93

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

This week we feature an article by Tanya Ahmed, a Digital Marketer of Vantage Circle , a cloud-based employee engagement platform. She writes about what customers expect from companies in 2021 and what they actually get. Consumers today expect speedier access to services than ever before.

Customer Experience 98

Customer Experience Advertising Customer Expectations 2011 98

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Voice of the Customer (VoC) programs often start with a general plan on how to gather customer feedback. The plan typically includes suggestions for customer listening posts. Customer listening posts are specific tools, locations and mechanisms to gather customer feedback along specific touchpoints on the customer journey.

Customer Journey 359

Customer Journey Social Media Feedback Customer Journey Mapping 359

Team Support

MARCH 27, 2020

In an era where remote work has become commonplace, many customer success managers aren’t too happy. Sure, many professionals do, but their dissatisfaction is because the home office lifestyle inhibits their ability to meet face-to-face with customers. If you’re hesitant to do this, it’s OK to set boundaries with customers.

Customer Relationships 80

Customer Relationships B2B Interaction Multi-Channel 80

Lumoa

JANUARY 15, 2024

When customers shop in physical stores, they might have several questions about a product: Is it available in a different size? The scenario is now much the same for online customers who increasingly expect a seamless, personalized experience. In This Article: What is Conversational Commerce? What’s the warranty?

Customer Experience 83

Customer Experience Net Promoter Score Touchpoint Omnichannel 83

Comm100

MAY 7, 2024

The demand for fast, efficient, and personalized customer service is growing – and growing fast. 54% of global consumers have higher customer service expectations than they did just one year ago, according to a recent Microsoft study. Fast response times boost customer satisfaction, showing that concerns are quickly addressed.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Omnichannel Social Media Customer Satisfaction 52

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. Here are my top five picks from last week.

Article 69

Article 2018 Customer Service B2B 69

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. How Positive Customer Interactions Drive Positive Results by Courtney Simpson.

2017 75

2017 Article Customer Service Retail 75

BlueOcean

JULY 12, 2018

The only constant in the customer care world is change, and if you don’t keep up, you’ll be left behind. That’s why we’ve compiled these must-read articles to keep you updated and give you some food for thought as you think about the future of your outsourced customer care. The Role of Chatbots in Customer Care. “

Customer Care 185

Customer Care Contact Center Competitive Advantage B2B 185

Playvox

APRIL 21, 2023

Customer service has gone digital — and your contact center needs to evolve with the times. As younger customers make up more and more of the marketplace, they’re shifting service preferences toward digital channels. What Is Omnichannel Customer Experience? After all, you want to be where your customers are, right?

Omnichannel 95

Omnichannel Customer Experience Contact Center Social Media 95

ShepHyken

AUGUST 31, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Sage , an international company that helps organizations of all sizes with accounting, payroll, and payment solutions. They write about how improving customer journeys increases business growth. The result of all of this is angry, frustrated customers. But don’t worry.

Customer Journey 128

Customer Journey Customer Journey Mapping Net Promoter Score E Commerce 128

Kayako

MAY 13, 2022

In recent years, the rise of social media put the customer in charge of the brand conversation. As e-commerce and demand for online help expands, companies have to meet and exceed new expectations to keep customers satisfied. Fortunately, customers also like to help themselves. What Is Customer Self-Service?

White Paper 110

White Paper E Commerce E-support Customer Satisfaction 110

Retently

MARCH 5, 2024

Acknowledging your customers with a “Thank you for your feedback” is more than good manners; it’s crucial for building lasting relationships. This article will also explore 25 ways to say “Thank you for your feedback”, each designed to improve customer relations and foster a positive business image.

Feedback 155

Feedback Social Media Customer Satisfaction Loyalty 155

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. 5 Habits of Companies that Improve Customer Experience Through Change. Adopt new behaviors.

Customer Experience 246

Customer Experience Culture Government Innovation 246

TechSee

JUNE 16, 2022

Customers expect better and faster pre and post purchase services. Whether they need help setting up a new device or to repair a damaged product, the way in which these interactions are handled are at the heart of customer satisfaction. Jim Iyoob, Chief Customer Officer at Etech Global Services.

Customer Service 251

Customer Service Contact Center 2022 Magazine 251

CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2023

In a competitive market, stellar customer service stands as the cornerstone of a thriving business. As a matter of fact, 49% of customers have left a brand due to poor customer service , as revealed in a study back in 2021. Note that most of these customers were once very loyal to the brands they supported.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Call Center Customer Satisfaction Poor Customer Service 52

Storyminers

JULY 7, 2020

How do you expect customer expectations to change in 2017? Customers will expect most of their vendors to serve them as well as their favorite vendors do. Prefer the customized recommendations you get from Nordstrom? It’s simply natural to let expectations creep between brands. 3 Think for yourself.

Contact Center 59

Contact Center Customer Expectations 2017 Management 59

Lumoa

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

From social media posts to Google and Yelp reviews, every buyer can recount their customer experience with your company to a global audience. It is no wonder, then, that businesses have started paying much closer attention to their customer experience (CX) strategy. Reviewing your existing CX strategy is a good place to start.

Customer Experience 83

Customer Experience 2024 Multi-Channel Social Media 83