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.

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ShepHyken

MAY 16, 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 You Tracking the Customer Service Metrics That Really Count? There’s quite a bit packed into this short article.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

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 Customer Service Strategies Behind Zappos’s Success by Sharpen. 10 Tips For Making Customers Feel Welcome by Richard R.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 1, 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. 3 Things That Will Boost Your Reputation For Great Customer Service by Mark Armstrong. How do you scale up?

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Many of you who read my articles or watch my videos may not have jobs related to customer service or CX measurement, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t pay attention to what I’m about to share. Here’s why this is important to you, even if you aren’t in a customer-facing role.

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Call Experts

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Keep reading to learn more and to get our 4 tips for a successful holiday customer service strategy. Don’t Make Customers Suffer. Prepare for Holiday Customer Service. This consideration means customizing your customer service experience to anticipate the holiday support they’ll need.

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The reason most organizations deliver poor or mediocre customer service is that they don’t understand the power of a customer service strategy. John Tschohl of the Service Quality Institute, explains. Strategy is a powerful tool you can use to gain market share and market dominance.

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ShepHyken

MAY 16, 2023

I like the title of this article, but perhaps a more appropriate title might be: Customer Service Is Like Being Married. The buying cycle for a customer typically includes a little research, talking to a salesperson, making the purchase, and whatever happens after the sale. I always joke about that phrase.

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CSM Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2019

The Summit brings together leaders from brands and tech experts to converge and build on the customer service ecosystem. As customer service has evolved, so too has the Incite Group and the Incite Community.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 16, 2024

They should learn firsthand what it’s like to be a customer. As I always promise, if you reach out to me on any social channel and ask a question, I’ll answer it there or in my newsletter , in my videos , in my podcast , or on my TV show, Be Amazing or Go Home.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The title of this article may sound like a lesson in sales, but it’s much bigger than that. It’s about the entire customer experience. Imagine if your organization were bold enough to state that the value it delivers to customers would make price irrelevant.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 8, 2021

This week we feature an article from Gary Williams, Director of Sales and Consultancy at Spitch. Before the age of landing pages, online forms, and pop-up chatbots, contact centres were the only way we could engage with brands and services. They were the cornerstone of the service industry, and in many ways they still are.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 23, 2021

This week we feature an article by Devin Pickell, a Growth Marketer at Nextiva. He shares customer service best practices that successful brands use to help their customers on social media. Another intuitive and frankly underutilized way brands can use social media is for addressing customer service inquiries. .

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ShepHyken

JULY 16, 2021

This week we feature an article by Daniel Bishop, the assistant editor and marketing consultant for ReallySimpleSystems. He writes about creating a better experience for customers when they come into a store. When a customer comes into your store to buy something, your staff should be trying to get them interested in a related product.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

An important goal of a good customer experience is to make the customer feel special. I was reading an article about customer retention, and it prompted me to start a list of ways to make customers feel special, want to come back, and even want to share their experience with friends, family, and colleagues.

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Lumoa

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Well, this article will cover everything you need to know; from the benefits of the tech to the drawbacks, as well as several real-life use cases to inspire you. So, to sum it up, conversational AI seeks to deliver a more pleasant shopping experience by providing customers with relevant information at the most crucial sales cycle stages.

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CSM Magazine

MAY 8, 2023

The process of customer data management includes gathering, storing, arranging, and analyzing customer data with the aim of comprehending their behavior, preferences, and requirements. It is crucial in helping businesses make informed decisions about their marketing, sales, and customer service strategies.

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ShepHyken

JULY 24, 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. It’s a decent short-term strategy, but if you’re building a company for the long-term, you need lots of loyal customers.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 6, 2023

But it’s still not free – at least not to the company’s paying customers who, whether they realize it or not, are covering the cost of the marketing program that gives away a month’s worth of product while the prospect decides whether they will buy or not. This article is an example of free. We post it to my website.

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CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Customer service is highly influential in purchasing decisions and how strong your sales are may depend on how interactive and personalized your customer service strategy is. Reacting to customer behavior and responding to queries promptly are essential for encouraging sales. Free Download.

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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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ShepHyken

MARCH 7, 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. How to Build Customer Loyalty by Sharing the Inflation Burden by Joel Comm. My Comment: The article starts with a great story.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 6, 2021

This week we feature an article by Charlotte Blackmore, an SEO Executive and content creator based in Essex. She writes about how using an outsourced call center can be a successful strategy for keeping customers happy. One of the most effective ways of growing a business is through streamlining your customer communications.

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Happy or Not

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

“For example, a retailer might use this data to identify specific customer segments that are particularly satisfied or dissatisfied with their products or services, and tailor their marketing and customer service strategies accordingly.

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

If you are trying to rebound after a lackluster 2020, you need to focus your attention on improving customer service to improve sales. Below are some great ways you can enhance the level of customer service your small business offers. Don’t Let Customer Service Mistakes Slow Your Growth.

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Help Scout

APRIL 29, 2021

Everyone in the business, including those beyond the customer-facing teams, has an accurate understanding of who the customers are and what matters to them. Customer service is a part of the business’s strategic vision. The business agrees on a clear definition of “good customer service.”.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

This week we feature an article from Veronika Filipkova, a professional content editor and Chief Customer Officer at SupportYourApp. She shares different channels and strategies for creating the most convient customer support experience for your customers. Firms today should focus on providing top-notch service.

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Oracle

AUGUST 26, 2020

So, when it comes to empowering your service team to WFH, make sure they are armed with the right tools to get the information they need—such as a robust and updated knowledge base. Develop checklists and articles that explain how agents can answer their own questions while working remotely.

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Comm100

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

It’s an opportunity for organizations to stand apart from their competitors and win business by catering to today’s customer demands. Whether you’re just beginning your digital transformation journey or well on your way, we hope this series will provide new insights into the ever-changing world of digital customer service strategy.

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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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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Culture is one of the most important parts of customer service and customer experience. I’ve written numerous articles about this and have included a chapter on this topic in my latest book, I’ll Be Back: How to Get Customers to Come Back Again and Again , which by the way, is finally out.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 11, 2019

With all the focus on how technology—including AI, data, personalization and more—can drive a better customer experience, I wanted to shift my focus back to basics. Check out this recent Forbes article on using video. Call the customer instead of making them call you for appointments. Video is an amazing tool.

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CSM Magazine

APRIL 20, 2022

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? What Do Customers Expect From Order Fulfilment?

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

This week we feature an article by Sowmya Juttukonda, content developer & digital media strategist at Knowmax , a knowledge management system to enhance customer service. She shares the advantages of a single source of truth for customer service. Conclusion.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 13, 2021

In this article, we can say that three secrets to creating and sustaining customer loyalty are communication, communication, communication. The way you communicate, what you communicate, and how often you communicate can create the experience that gives a customer the confidence to continue doing business with you. .

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ShepHyken

JULY 31, 2020

This week we feature an article by Ashwini Dave , a digital marketing expert at Acquire. She explains the difference between customer service and customer experience and shares how implementing both into your business creates success. Measure Customer Satisfaction Beyond Traditional C-SAT Scores.

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Ecrion

APRIL 22, 2020

Some examples of common automated email responses include sales quotes or product announcements. For more detailed specifics, check out this article on essential brand reputation management tips to know about. Instead, automate your customer interactions to prioritize efficiency. Saving time, of course, means saving money.

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