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APRIL 22, 2024

4 Ways to Scale up Convenient CX for Modern Customers by NICE (NICE) The easier things are for your customers, the better they are for your organization. Meeting customer needs in the most convenient way not only drives great customer experience (CX) but also promotes long-term loyalty and business growth.

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MARCH 25, 2024

Brands Want Your Loyalty—and Will Offer More Than Points to Get It by Lauren Giella (Newsweek) Loyalty programs offer customers rewards, discounts or other perks when buying from or using the products or services of a certain brand. My Comment: Here is an excellent and robust article on loyalty programs.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2024

There are many other reasons customers will leave, but all you have to do is look at the numbers in this article, and you’ll see the risk your company or brand has by not doing right by the customer. But in 2023, these six retailers and brands set new standards of what loyalty can be. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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OCTOBER 29, 2023

Why Experiential Rewards Are Winning Over Customers: 5 Stellar Examples by Peter Vogel (The Wise Marketer) In today’s highly competitive business environment, brands are constantly searching for innovative ways to engage and retain their customers. My Comment: I’m a fan of rewards and loyalty programs for a reason.

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DECEMBER 3, 2023

My Comment: When our clients are interested in our customer service training for their “new” customer service/CX initiative, they are excited and ready to start. Used the right way, it may even help you create more tailored and personalized customer experiences! My Comment: I’m a big fan of loyalty programs.

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MARCH 4, 2024

And just as important, is to understand what customer experience is not, which Annette also shares. My Comment: If you follow consumer trends, you know that customer loyalty is “up for grabs.” Customers/consumers expect more from the companies and brands they choose to be loyal to. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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OCTOBER 23, 2023

And caring is the foundation of trust and the preamble to loyalty. My Comment: Do your customers know you care about them? If you want your customers to come back, demonstrating care may be exactly what’s needed in your customer experience playbook. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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JANUARY 1, 2024

Rethinking Customer Loyalty in the Age of the ‘Zero Consumer’ by Dennis Limmer (Forbes) The retail industry is undergoing a seismic shift due to the emergence of “zero consumers.” These shoppers, characterized by zero patience, zero boundaries, and, crucially, zero loyalty, are challenging traditional definitions of customer loyalty.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2023

How Removing the Mental Load for Customers Can Improve the Customer Service Experience by Brad Birnbaum (Fast Company) By alleviating the mental burden for your customers, you can not only enhance their satisfaction but also strengthen your brand’s reputation and customer loyalty.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Speed Doesn’t Equal Success: The Limitations of AHT as a KPI by Othmar Mueller Von Blumencron (VIPdesk Connect) While top-notch products and services remain vital, the spotlight in recent years has undeniably shifted to the customer experience as a pivotal factor distinguishing one brand from another.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Thanks to Gen Z, Deeper Connections Will Become the Currency of the Future by AmberNechole Hart (Adweek) Empty ecommerce gets you to checkout fast but gives no reason to return. Connected ecommerce adds value emotionally, materially or both while delivering the same seamless purchase journey. Why is connection important?

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JULY 31, 2023

Embrace Multi-Sensory Customer Experience, Just Like Corona Does by Justin Racine (CMSWire) Embrace the power of multi-sensory customer engagement, and let your brand journey take your customers on an unforgettable exploration, forging a lasting and meaningful connection. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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AUGUST 1, 2023

Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, award-winning keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling author. Learn more about Shep’s customer service and customer experience keynote speeches and his customer service training workshops at www.Hyken.com.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Our customer service research sponsored by RingCentral (brand new 2024 report is now out) includes a humorous stat/finding: 79% of US consumers have called customer support and been caught in the automated menu system and repeatedly screamed, “Agent” or “Representative,” and eventually hung up out of frustration.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 13, 2023

My version of this is what I refer to as the Loyalty Question : What am I doing right now that will make this customer want to do business with us again the next time they need what we sell? Every interaction with a customer becomes your CX judgment day, especially when there is a problem or complaint.

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JANUARY 7, 2024

Deloitte Shares Loyalty Trends and Best Practices for 2024 by Alicia Esposito (Retail TouchPoints) To drive customer retention and loyalty, most brands and retailers continue to rely on purchase discounts (77%) and loyalty program points (61%), according to Retail TouchPoints research. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Exploring Customer Loyalty and Retention by Vijay Iyer (Total Retail) Effective customer retention extends beyond product or service quality, emphasizing ongoing customer engagement post-purchase. While subscription models play a role, a crucial strategy involves identifying customer interests.

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MAY 15, 2023

4 Ways to Create the Authentic Relationships Customers Crave by Ed Hallen (Fast Company) In a world of infinite choices, customers remember brands that provide genuine, trustworthy, and authentic experiences. Here are four ways brands can create more meaningful connections with their customers.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

They demand fast shipping, easy returns, sustainability and more, showing little loyalty and appreciation. Managing the positive impact of a viral moment is key to getting those new customers to come back. How to Make Loyalty a New Business Line for your Brand? And here’s another term to consider: generative loyalty.

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JANUARY 21, 2024

In this year’s report, consumers indicated that they value relationship marketing strategies, personalization and loyalty programs, while third-party tracking tools and social media advertisements continued to rank among the most unpopular. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Also included are short summaries of the customer-centricity strategies from five of the most recognizable brands on the planet. Loyalty beyond Points: Boost Customer Lifetime Value with a CX-First Approach by Leanne Franks (InternetRetailing) Nearly every British retailer offers a loyalty programme.

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MARCH 18, 2024

Here’s another take on this excellent topic with a compelling point loyal customers are different than your brand fans. And beyond loyalty is a brand fan. Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, award-winning keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling author. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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AUGUST 28, 2023

by Chip Bell (Forbes) Research shows that 75% of customers who leave a company to go with a competitor assess their experience of the company they abandoned as “satisfied” or “completely satisfied.” My Comment: I’ve always said there is a big difference between satisfied customers and loyal customers.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

You can’t download a report about digital or technology trends without being assailed with stats and surveys outlining how great CX is key to keeping and gaining customers. It can lead to increased customer loyalty, repeat business and, ultimately, higher profits. Customer retention can also help build your brand and reputation.

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JUNE 11, 2023

Cultivating Customers: Top ‍5 Marketing Strategies for Small Business Success by Noah Miller (Tech Times) In today’s competitive business landscape, customer loyalty is more significant than ever. My Comment: Customer service and CX is marketing! Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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APRIL 18, 2023

And confidence turns into trust – which can turn into repeat business and even customer loyalty. Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, award-winning keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling author. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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JANUARY 28, 2024

The findings from Drexel University determined traditional checkout (with a human cashier) drives more loyalty than self-checkout. For certain customers, self-checkout still makes sense. Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, award-winning keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling author.

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JULY 17, 2023

Is Your Organization’s Customer Experience Success Intentional? by Jeannie Walters (Experience Investigators) Organizations that prioritize customer experience outperform their competitors and enjoy higher customer loyalty, increased revenue, and improved brand reputation. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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OCTOBER 8, 2016

Your customer retention is super important to your bottom line—after all, customer loyalty is well-known for being more valuable than customer acquisition. With stakes this high, it’s essential that you build a solid customer retention plan that can lead to long-term customer loyalty.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 24, 2023

The Power of Authentic Branding: Connecting with Customers on a Deeper Level by Syed Balkhi (CustomerThink) In today’s competitive marketplace, it is more important than ever to establish a connection with customers. My Comment: If we want our customers to keep coming back, we must do more than have a good sale.

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MAY 1, 2023

Making customers’ lives easier can lead to greater loyalty, enhanced customer satisfaction, and ultimately, improved business results. Looking Ahead for Loyalty in 2023 by Meg Tronquet (Concentrix) Loyalty programs were the talk of the town in 2022. My Comment: Another one of my favorite topics is customer loyalty.

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AUGUST 21, 2023

How to Turn Your Customers Into Fans by Sofya Pogreb (AllBusiness) How, then, can SMBs take these strong connections with customers and translate that into business growth? How can you activate your customer base to be vocal advocates for your business? Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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MAY 8, 2023

Customer Loyalty and Loyalty Programs- How it Helps a Business? My Comment: I’ve suggested many different articles on loyalty over the year. Here’s another that includes over 20 “topics” on the benefit of customer loyalty to a business. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 5, 2023

Good customer support gets customers to come back, spend more, share positive reviews and Word-of-Mouth comments, and much more. This article goes straight to the idea that is perfectly said in the title: Customer support is an investment, not an expense. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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MAY 22, 2023

Here’s an article with several short examples about how companies created a culture that helped create the experience that retains customers. Loyalty Programs – A Few Best Practices by MTS Staff Writer (MarTech Series) Loyalty management encompasses more than just software or a vendor running a loyalty program.

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JULY 24, 2023

Retailers’ Attempts To Dissuade Returns May Impact Brand Loyalty by Alicia Thorpe (RetailWire) The tension between retailers and shoppers is growing, and it’s because of returns. So, it is surprising that retailers are starting to “dissuade returns” and put customer loyalty at risk. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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OCTOBER 16, 2023

The one thing they all have in common is the definitions are always about creating a better customer experience. This article lists ten “factors” that can help a brand excel in focusing on a better customer experience. How Do Your Customers Experience Your Company Culture? Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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