ShepHyken

MAY 12, 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. Likewise, negative experiences aren’t a guarantee that customers will leave. ” Okay, I’m intrigued!

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 28, 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. CX50 2020: Great customer experience starts with company culture by Morag Cuddeford-Jones. Let me count the ways!

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 5, 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. The Secret Sauce to Customer Experience is a Blend of Four Ingredients by Joseph Michelli. The secret?

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CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

Maybe the best way to begin to describe excellent customer service is to talk about what it isn’t. It’s the opposite of this title, “The Lousy Customer Service We Receive Every Day.” ” Excellent customer service is seriously lacking most places we spend our money. Sure you can.

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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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Beyond Philosophy

MARCH 2, 2020

We have all been in line or on hold for customer service , waiting for a company to get back to us. Then, when our wait time runs long and our patience runs short we get cranky and think, this customer service crew is really inept today. We discussed the profitability of lousy customer service on a recent podcast.

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The DiJulius Group

JANUARY 15, 2023

Poor customer service knows no boundaries and happens across all industries. And in this technological age, bad CX stories abound online with customers eager to vent about their worst customer service experiences so that potential customers can make informed decisions. Read Full Article.

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CSM Magazine

JUNE 12, 2023

As a result, understanding the relationship between real estate occupancy rate and customer service is crucial for investors and property managers alike. This fluctuation in demand can directly influence the quality of customer service provided, as property owners and managers may change their strategies accordingly.

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InMoment XI

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

This article will walk you through how to conduct an effective competitive analysis, interpret the results, and turn those insights into actionable strategies. For example, if you find that a competitor has high customer churn rates due to poor customer service, this isn’t just a point to mull over—it’s an actionable insight.

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CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Do you worry about the impression you are making on your customers? Do you wonder what they think about your business and your customer service? Do you have a plan for keeping the place clean and presenting a tidy space for your customers? Safety Your customers will feel safer if your workspace and business are clean.

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Customer Service should be a human experience. Countless companies have lost sight of that crucial fact, often relying on chat or never-ending touch-tone menus that frustrate customers immensely. So much so, that those disgruntled customers often choose to take their business elsewhere. Lost customers mean lost profit.

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Customer service is a vital component of any successful business. The way a business deals with its customers can determine whether it thrives or fails. Providing exceptional customer service is critical in building long-term relationships with customers and gaining their loyalty.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 5, 2018

This week we feature an article by Ford Blakely about text messaging which can provide that instant, convenient and low-friction customer experience that delivers delight. Let’s face it, customer service is the lifeline of any company. Let’s face it, customer service is the lifeline of any company.

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CSM Magazine

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Keeping your customers happy is essential to running a successful business, but many entrepreneurs forget to factor customer service into their day-to-day workload. Falling behind on looking after your customers’ needs and failing to resolve their problems can be really detrimental in the long run. Efficient payments.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 25, 2017

This week we feature an article by Reuben Yonatan who writes about how using chatbots for customer service properly can be a powerful customer service tool. Chatbots can be great for handling basic customer support functions, communicating with customers when a rep isn’t available and more. – Shep Hyken.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 8, 2021

He mentioned how he’s had to wait longer when he called customer support and that there weren’t enough cashiers at the grocery store. . I’ve already written several articles about this ugly word, and I thought it was time to introduce it here. Customer service won. I said, “You are a victim of skimpflation.” .

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CSM Magazine

APRIL 19, 2022

Customer service can make or break a business’s reputation. In fact, more than 95% of customers will never purchase from a company that provided poor customer service. Excellent customer service increases sales, benefits word-of-mouth marketing, and boosts customer loyalty.

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delighted

MARCH 9, 2021

Exceptional customer service turns new customers into promoters and promoters into returning loyalists. Let’s take a look at additional data behind why improving customer service should always be a foundational business goal. We’ll also provide some tips on building an impeccable customer service strategy.

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CSM Magazine

JUNE 22, 2023

In recent years, the importance of effective customer service strategies has become increasingly evident for businesses across various sectors. One aspect of a customer service strategy is to leverage data to create personalized experiences, streamline processes, and improve overall customer satisfaction.

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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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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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GetFeedback

APRIL 16, 2019

With that in mind, here are the seven most important questions that you’ll want to ask your customers. Overall, how satisfied are you with the customer service experience that you received from us? This applies to everything from your customer service to the way that information is presented on your website.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 3, 2018

This week we feature an article by Eugene Aronsky who talks about good customer service versus bad customer service and how proper training and proper knowledge are key to answering any question that a customer may have. – Shep Hyken. Good customer service is essential for a successful business.”

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CSM Magazine

MAY 22, 2023

If you are looking for action plans to improve customer service, congratulations! Currently, many companies need to serve their customers well personally and through their websites since, after the pandemic, this mode of purchase became much more popular. You have admitted that your business can improve.

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C3Centricity

AUGUST 4, 2020

The current pandemic has clearly highlighted those companies who care about their customers and who provide them with customer service excellence. If you claim to be customer centric are you sure you’re truly walking the talk and not just talking about customer service excellence?

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CSM Magazine

MARCH 18, 2021

Poor customer service and perseverance in long waiting loops – what we have begrudgingly accepted as the norm can be changed with the help of modern AI software. Cognigy , an internationally successful pioneer in customer service automation, offers one of the leading Conversational AI platforms (think voice- and chatbots).

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Cyara

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Forbes published an article to advise that around $75 billion is lost every year on poor customer service experiences. As IT departments globally prepare to deliver peak assurance programs to senior management and businesses, it’s a good time to consider what we have to expect ahead.

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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.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 29, 2022

This week, we feature an article by David Meerman Scott adapted from the new 8th edition of The New Rules of Marketing and PR to be released on May 3, 2022. He shares how organizations can use data and AI-powered tools to benefit customers. And when we fail to use data to make our customers’ lives better, we’re alienating them.

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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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CSM Magazine

JULY 18, 2022

In any business, customer service is the key element. And when it comes to customer service, the pressure is on the team members responsible for providing it. This can result in poor customer service, making customers dissatisfied with the company. Many companies offer these types of services.

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Playvox

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Focused on serving the needs of customers, helping them solve problems, teaching them how to use products, and answering their questions, customer service agents are central to business growth and effective operations. The Future of Customer Service Channels is Now. Face-to-Face Video Communications.

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CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 5, 2020

It’s that time of the year again, the leaves are changing from green to gold to red, there’s a chill in the air and it’s time to celebrate… it’s Customer Service Week! With that in mind, now is a great time to ask an important question: What do customers want? Customers are people, not account numbers.

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Solvvy

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Customer service is paramount to the success of any business. When striving to provide an exceptional customer service experience, three obstacles always stand in the way: Access, Speed, and Guidance. . Without seeking out this information, you lose out on return business because customers may never find their value.

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Team Support

JULY 25, 2023

You train them on understanding customer needs and how to demonstrate empathy so customers leave the interaction feeling seen and heard. Yet, a major challenge is the technology customer support agents use, which slows down productivity. Siloed systems is one of the most prominent obstacles customer service teams face today.

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CSM Magazine

APRIL 1, 2021

Notwithstanding your high level of proficiency in accounting, poor customer service all too often becomes an issue for clients. Today’s customers are looking for personalized service and that’s not an easy need to fulfil when you are busy working on the accounts. Be a Great CPA. Show Empathy.

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ProProfs Chat

MAY 21, 2020

According to a study by Microsoft, 56% of people around the world have stopped doing business with a company because of poor customer service experience. However, it also indicates that a lot depends on the kind of customer service operators you hire for your business. What is a Customer Service Job?

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