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Guest Post: Exceptional Customer Service Doesn’t Start Where You Think

ShepHyken

Christan Hiscock is the CEO and co-founder of Kardia Financial Group , an organization that believes that the financial services industry should not be solely focused on dollars, but on helping people truly get to the heart of their financial goals. Where Customer Service Really Starts. The Hidden Segment in Customer Service.

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Empowering Retail Staff: Training for Exceptional Customer Service

CSM Magazine

Key Components of Effective Customer Service Training The human interaction that a retail store can offer is a huge advantage. A staff member equipped with comprehensive product knowledge can address customer queries efficiently, recommend products tailored to individual needs, and even upsell or cross-sell effectively.

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Guest Post: Unlock the Secret to Exceptional Customer Service Productivity

ShepHyken

This week, we feature an article by Clive Hanks from TextExpander , a communication and efficiency tool that helps individuals and companies become more productive. In today’s digital world, customer service productivity is more important than ever. What is customer service productivity?

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15 Ways Translation Services Can Help Deliver Exceptional Customer Service

CSM Magazine

A customer’s preference for their native language is often a deciding factor in whether or not they will do business with a company. In today’s global economy, it is more important than ever for businesses to offer customer service in multiple languages. Make deeper customer relationships.

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How to Develop Good Rapport in Customer Service

CSM Magazine

Building strong rapport with customers is crucial for any business, as it promotes loyalty and satisfaction, and can be a differentiating factor in today’s competitive market. An example of a company known for having excellent rapport with its customers is Apple. Example: “It’s great to see you again, Mark!

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5 Steps for Hiring Exceptional Customer Service Agents

Win the Customer

There’s an immense difference between aspiring to deliver exceptional customer service and actually delivering winning customer service. The right team can make the biggest difference in exceptional service experiences. 5 Steps To Hiring Exceptional Customer Service Agents.

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5 Habits of Exceptional Customer Service Managers

CSM Magazine

What separates great customer service managers from others with similar training? The best customer service managers (CSMs) are masters at multitasking. They perform administrative duties, demonstrate efficient management skills, and manage teams of customer support representatives. Customers are always first.