CX Accelerator

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Surely customer support could help me sort this out. It was incredibly distressing to encounter a customer service representative who clearly couldn’t care less if I ever left my house again. Give inconsistent or incorrect answers to customers. 11) have zero channels for customer feedback.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 8, 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. To Provide the Best Customer Experience, Be Proactive by Frank Konkel. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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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.

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Provide Support

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

Key Personality Traits for A Perfect Service Rep. Providing outstanding customer service naturally starts from finding and hiring the right employees for your customer support team. But beyond that, there are certain characteristics and qualities that set excellent customer service employees apart. (.).

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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.

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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

APRIL 28, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Marcelle Santos, a copywriter at TextExpander , a software that helps individuals and teams communicate efficiently and consistently with their customers. She shares why customer standards matter and how your organization can meet them. Raise your customer service standards.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

I recently wrote an article in Forbes about how to get customers to pay more. The focus, of course, was on customer service and experience. Research has irrefutably proven that customers will pay more for a better experience. It’s the same for certain aspects of customer service. Not that much!

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CSM Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2024

89% of consumers said they are more likely to buy from a business again if they have a positive customer service experience. Improving customer service is easier said than done, and typically involves potentially costly employee training. there were common skills among all the top customer service representatives.

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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. Discover Kayako Self Service.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 11, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Nandini Sharma, marketing manager at ProofHub. She writes about how to listen to your customers with the goal of connecting. I am not here to talk about childish stuff like, “Listen to your customers.” Even if it is not your fault, empathizing with your customers is not going to harm you.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 13, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Kathleen White, an independent business analyst for several small businesses. She writes about letting your customers know that they are important to you and your business by making sure that they feel heard. One of the easiest things you can do is to send out customer satisfaction surveys.

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CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2023

In customer service, employees are the face of the company and the effectiveness of the onboarding process cannot be overstated. This article outlines techniques and best practices for human resource (HR) managers to use to effectively onboard customer service employees.

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ClientSuccess

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Have you ever wondered about the difference between customer success and customer support? While both are important for ensuring customer satisfaction and retention, they have different objectives and approaches. Unlike customer support, which is reactive, customer success is proactive.

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Happy or Not

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Looking for ways to help your organization achieve success, you’ll most likely stumble upon a very important question: “What do happy employees have to do with retaining customers?” While the impact of negative employees is clear, many managers are wondering if satisfied employees make happy customers. So let’s find out.

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CSM Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

If you have, you would know that dealing with frustrated and angry customers is part of the job. What makes clients so frustrated that they vent their anger at service representatives? In this article, let us look at three common factors behind client discontent. Have you ever worked in a call center?

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CSM Magazine

APRIL 17, 2024

In today’s fast-paced, customer-centric business landscape, the traditional approach of reactive customer service—to wait for customers to reach out with issues—no longer reigns supreme. Research suggests 89% of customers who are contacted proactively report a positive experience that changes their perception.

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CSM Magazine

JUNE 16, 2023

Naturally, any such consumer loyalty can be fickle if things change, or new competitors enter the market, but one thing that often arises is the customer service provided. Indeed, it can, at least for some, alter the way a customer sees a company, but is it really a make-or-break issue more than anything else?

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 5, 2021

A Holistic View of the Customer. Empowering Customer Service Agents with Knowledge. Shep Hyken interviews Daniel Fallmann, founder of Mindbreeze , a tool that helps companies capture a holistic view of their customers’ data. You can predict what the problem is because of customer behavior.

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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.

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CSM Magazine

APRIL 19, 2023

Excellent customer service is an integral component of any successful credit card business. It helps create a positive customer experience, increases customer loyalty and fosters repeat customers. 5 Steps to Improve Credit Card Customer Service & Enhance User Experience 1.

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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?

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ShepHyken

JUNE 17, 2016

This week on our Friends on Friday guest blog post my colleague, Ian Landsman writes about the importance of training and preparing customer service representatives to interact with customers. I agree that every employee should go through customer service training, and it should be ongoing. Shep Hyken.

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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.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 12, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Kathleen White, an independent business analyst for several small businesses. She writes about letting your customers know that they are important to you and your business by making sure that they feel heard. Not only will they feel more valued, but their feedback can help the business to grow.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 16, 2018

This week we feature an article by Marlene Caroseli who shares some great activities and questions to help customer service representatives improve their service and make the customers experience better. – Shep Hyken. Chip Bell is known for helping organizations create a customer-centric culture.

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CSM Magazine

MAY 18, 2022

Improving your customer service can have a whole range of benefits to your business. Here are 5 key areas of customer service you should consider improving. Are your email addresses easy to find online or on customer documents? Then, consider how you might go about making your customer service calls better.

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CSM Magazine

JULY 30, 2020

When it comes to providing the best possible service to your customers, the people you hire make all the difference. Busy customer service managers sometimes make the mistake of hiring new reps without much discernment and end up with a team member that is just “doing a job” rather than providing outstanding customer care.

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CSM Magazine

MAY 17, 2023

Understanding the psychology of customer service can help businesses create customer experiences that not only meet expectations but also exceed them. This, in turn, fosters customer loyalty and positive word-of-mouth recommendations, ultimately driving profitability. Emotions play a significant role in decision making.

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Hallmark Business Connections

AUGUST 26, 2021

This article was originally published on Business 2 Community. Normally, the first full week in October provides a prime opportunity for companies across all industries to showcase their passion for customers and the employees who serve them. Recognizing Customer Service Week is more important than ever in our current climate.

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TechSee

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Customer: I think I need to reset my router but I can’t work out how. Customer: Never mind, I’ll figure it out myself. This lack of efficiency has not escaped the notice of customers. Over a quarter say that getting their questions answered by customer service is becoming harder. How may I help you today?

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Magellan Solutions

APRIL 19, 2023

8 Secrets to Improving Customer Service in the Insurance Industry with Outsourcing If customers do not get satisfactory service, they easily switch to other competitors. In order to keep up with the changing needs, improving customer service in insurance is one of the top priorities of businesses.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

This week we feature an article from Emily Lavin, Content & Social Executive at Oak Engage. She shares a 3-step guide on how to improve the employee experience while maximizing customer engagement. Where would a business be without a customer service team? Seems like a lot to have weighing on your shoulders, right?

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ViiBE Blog

JANUARY 19, 2022

ViiBE Blog Customer service challenges of remote work Anna Gorina January 19, 2022 Share this article Contents Share this article Contents Before 2020, only a few companies across the globe had remote work best practices in place where they were used to allowing team members to work from home for a certain period of time regularly.

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GetFeedback

JANUARY 21, 2020

However, there is huge potential for how AI can change and improve the customer experience (CX). Experts in the field expect AI to become an essential aspect of customer interaction that is beneficial for both the business and the customer, improving satisfaction and loyalty. Artificial Intelligence in customer service.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 31, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Josh Centers, a Business Journalist at TextExpander , a platform that empowers teams and individuals to save time and eliminate repetitive typing with just a few keystrokes. He shares the challenges that customer service representatives face and how companies can overcome them.

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CSM Magazine

MARCH 31, 2022

Reducing customer effort is key to keeping your customers happy. In this article, we will discuss ten easy tips that you can use to reduce the amount of effort your customers have to put in. Use a Customer Portal. A customer portal is a great way to reduce customer effort. Order history.

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