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Get From Data To Decisions Faster With Our New Data, AI & Analytics Service

Forrester's Customer Insights

Data and AI leaders today must create business value from trusted data, build the foundation to scale AI, and cultivate a data-driven culture. To help them meet these challenges, Forrester is launching Forrester Decisions for Data, AI & Analytics. Learn more about this new service and how it can benefit your organization.

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The Future of Customer Experience: Embracing AI, Predictive Analytics

SurveySensum

The future of customer experience is no longer being driven just by who is making a better product but also by who will create a better and more memorable experience. The future now stands on four pillars – data, AI, personalization, and convenience. This creates even more pressure on organizations to retain customers in an era where their preferences and expectations are changing quickly every day and as customer expectations change, so should CX strategies to accommodate these changes.

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AI Support Metrics: 5 KPIs To Track

Help Scout

Maximize ROI and boost support efficiency with our guide to AI support metrics.

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Customer Service Strategy: Your Brand in Action

InteractionMetrics

If you ask your marketing team, “What’s our brand?” they’ll give you principles wrapped up in a snappy slogan. Ask them how they allocate their budget, and they’ll list ads, social media, and conference costs. But if you ask them what their customer service strategy is, you’ll probably get blank stares. Here are two realities worth pondering: Every company communicates something about itself through customer service.

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Unlock the Future of Learning Growth and Retention at Cognition24!

The annual Cognition virtual conference is back on October 16, and this year it’s FREE! You’ll enjoy: Inspiring Keynotes from top learning industry leaders, providing fresh perspectives to help you outperform the competition. Hands-on, Skill-Building Sessions to elevate your growth, retention, and product adoption strategies. Exclusive First Look at the latest innovations from Thought Industries, empowering you with tools to grow faster.

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52 Contact Center RFP Questions to Ask Vendors

BlueOcean

Are you in the middle of “contact center RFP season”? The RFP questions listed below provide you with a comprehensive guide on how you can structure the request and the actual questions you can add to your RFP. We segmented the questions into six key sections: Company Overview Agent Workforce Contact Center Reporting Project Management Technology Pricing Company Overview Get to know the history and organization of the vendor.

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[Experience Action Podcast] CX Pulse Check – September 2024

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

This is your September CX Pulse Check. Once a month, we check in with news and current events to find out what’s happening in the world of customer experience and discuss ideas and insights that we can learn from as CX leaders. Ever wondered how a company with a loyal customer base could fumble a major app redesign? Get ready to discover the profound impacts of customer feedback – or the lack thereof – as Jeannie Walters and special co-host Karen Lynch, Head of Content at Greenbook, dissec

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The Secret to Outperforming the Competition: It’s Not Just About Customers

ShepHyken

In a recent Amazing Business Radio episode, I interviewed Rony Vexelman, the VP of marketing at Optimove , who said, “Companies that put their customers at the center are the companies that are outperforming their competition.” Who would disagree with that statement? Well, Heather Quick Ginevan did, and she included a great explanation in just one sentence.

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Google is listening; make your business more reachable with voice search

BirdEye

Have you ever thought about how people might be searching for your products or services? Chances are, they’re not just typing keywords into a Google Maps search bar anymore. They’re talking to their phones, their smart speakers, and even their laptops. That’s right, voice search is on the rise, and it’s changing the way we interact with businesses.

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Why People Make So Many Crazy Excuses and What This Means for You

Beyond Philosophy

Fair Warning: this episode regarding excuses was prompted by recent experiences with tradespeople during Colin’s kitchen renovation. No one likes excuses, least of all your customers. Lately, Colin has been hearing many amazing excuses about why something can or cannot be done in his kitchen project. It got him thinking about excuses and why people make them.

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The State of Digital Customer Experience Report 2024

This comprehensive report explores the evolving landscape of customer and business expectations, with five key trends that will help you understand your customers and stay ahead of the competition. Discover how your peers are implementing AI to improve customer experience with granular insights into their CX investments and specific AI use cases. For the first time, customers prefer digital channels when interacting with a business.

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In conversation with the library community: The Pulse of the Library report

Clarivate

New Clarivate report assesses current and expected trends and investigates the impact of technologies, including AI, on librarians and their communities through a global survey of academic, national and public libraries. Advanced technologies, in particular Artificial Intelligence (AI), are reshaping the world of education and research, offering new possibilities for enhancing learning outcomes, accelerating discovery and improving content accessibility.

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Transforming Customer Service from a Cost Center to a Profit Center with Brett Frazer

ShepHyken

This episode of Amazing Business Radio with Shep Hyken answers the following questions and more:    How has the perception of customer service evolved from being seen as a cost center to being recognized as a profit center? What are the potential long-term effects of prioritizing cost reduction in customer service? Why should companies focus on aligning with customers on the desired outcome rather than just providing a direct solution?

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19 ways to promote your YouTube channel for higher reach (with tips)

BirdEye

Despite the rise of new social media platforms, Google and YouTube continue to reign supreme, especially when it comes to video marketing. A well-crafted YouTube channel can help your business improve brand awareness, reach a larger audience, and generate higher traffic to your website. However, it is not just about creating and uploading videos. Your team must know how to promote your YouTube channel to truly harness the power of the platform.

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Top 10 Customer Experience Leaders to Follow in Boston

Interactions

In the ever-evolving world of customer experience (CX), Boston is home to some of the most innovative and transformative leaders in the industry. From financial services to retail, these leaders are pushing the boundaries of CX, driving customer satisfaction, and leading digital transformation efforts. If you’re in the CX space, here are the top 10 customer experience leaders you should follow to stay ahead of the curve. 1.

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How to Optimize Call Monitoring: Automate QA and Elevate Customer Experience

Speaker: Laura Noonan, Chief Revenue Officer at CallFinder + Angie Kronlage, Director of Program Success at Working Solutions + April Wiita, Vice President of Program Success at Working Solutions

Are you still manually reviewing calls? 🤔 It's time for a change! The traditional method of manual call monitoring is no longer cutting it in today's fast-paced call center environment. Industry experts Angie Kronlage and April Wiita from Working Solutions are here to explore the power of innovative automation to revolutionize outdated call review processes!

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Let’s Be Honest, Marketing is Inherently Unethical. Should We Change Our Ways?

Beyond Philosophy

Learn more about Colin Shaw : Join over 85,000 people on our LinkedIn Newsletter list or visit our website for more great podcast episodes. Listen to the podcast: Have you ever had a moment where you wonder if you should be doing what you are doing? Recently, I did. One of our podcast listeners questioned the ethics of leveraging a sense of urgency as a marketing tactic, which had me pondering the meaning of life, the universe, and everything.

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Top 5 Customer Service & CX Articles for Week of September 9, 2024

ShepHyken

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Here are my top five picks from last week. I have added my comments about each article and would like to hear what you think too. Nine Areas of Focus for Improved Customer Service Training by Rolling Stone Culture Council (Rolling Stone) Because they have direct interactions with customers on a daily basis, a company’s customer service team plays a large role in that organization’s success.

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Birdeye’s commitment to compliance with FTC’s new rule on fake reviews

BirdEye

In light of the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) recent ruling against fake reviews and deceptive testimonials, it’s essential for businesses to understand the implications and how they can ensure compliance. At Birdeye, we are fully committed to supporting our clients in navigating these new regulations while continuing to enhance their online reputations with integrity.

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How Casinos Are Revolutionizing Customer Service with Technology

CSM Magazine

Casinos are increasingly harnessing technology to elevate customer service, revolutionizing their interactions and support for patrons. By adopting advanced technologies, casinos strive to deliver a more personalized, efficient, and engaging experience. These innovations streamline operations and greatly enhance the overall guest experience, ensuring that every interaction is smooth and tailored to individual preferences.

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Strategic CX: A Deep Dive into Voice of the Customer Insights for Clarity

Speaker: Nicholas Zeisler, CX Strategist & Fractional CXO

The first step in a successful Customer Experience endeavor (or for that matter, any business proposition) is to find out what’s wrong. If you can’t identify it, you can’t fix it! 💡 That’s where the Voice of the Customer (VoC) comes in. Today, far too many brands do VoC simply because that’s what they think they’re supposed to do; that’s what all their competitors do.

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Just Announced! Read All the Expert Learning Tracks Available at Pulse Europe 2024

Gainsight

Pulse Europe is only two months away and we are getting fired up! It’s an event unlike any other. Not only does it bring the brightest minds and best community in all of customer success (CS), Pulse is also the best place to get a look at Nick Mehta’s impressive shoe collection. With so much information and inspiration packed into two days, it’s important to plan ahead.

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How to Align CX with Business Objectives for Maximum Impact

Feedbackly

Aligning CX with business objectives can have a profound impact on your organization’s performance and overall growth. In fact, a report by Forrester shows that a strong customer experience (CX) can lead to a 1.6x increase in customer lifetime value and a 1.9x increase in retention. Therefore, it’s essential that your CX initiatives align closely with your core business objectives for optimum impact.

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Mastering the marketing funnel: From awareness to advocacy

BirdEye

According to Birdeye’s The One report , 38% of consumers say leaving a favored service provider is emotionally difficult. At least as or more so than ending a relationship with a significant other. But they need to become your customers before such a deep relationship is built. Businesses must first capture the attention of potential clients. Then they must nurture them through the marketing funnel, gradually transforming them from prospects to loyal customers.

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How Do I Know If I Am Driving the Benefits of My Workforce Management Solution?

CSM Magazine

Implementing a workforce management (WFM) solution can transform your organisation’s efficiency, productivity, and cost management. Jim Fleming, WFM Solutions Consultant at Sabio Group, looks at the benefits. To truly benefit from a WFM system, it’s essential to assess whether the solution is delivering on its promises. Here are some key indicators to determine if you’re driving the benefits of your workforce management solution.

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The Ultimate Guide to Monetizing Customer Learning

Every decision that goes into your learning monetization strategy matters for your organization’s bottom line. Our research has shown a clear correlation between high program maturity (and ROI!) and choosing the right monetization strategy. This eBook contains clear, actionable ways to approach packaging and pricing models that will help your association grow revenue, improve profitability, and drive expansion into new markets.

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How to automate customer success without sacrificing customer intimacy

ChurnZero

In just a few short weeks, I’ll be taking the stage alongside Chief Listening Officer Bob London at ChurnZero’s ZERO-IN 2024 conference to talk about how to automate customer success without sacrificing customer intimacy. Bob is an expert in customer discovery and listening skills. My expertise, as you know from my articles here , lies in all things automation and digital customer experience.

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CX in the Age of AI: Balancing Automation with Human Touch

Feedbackly

AI has penetrated almost every field today. But where does it stand in the realm of Customer Experience (CX)? With the rise of generative AI, businesses now have powerful tools to streamline operations and enhance the customer journey. However, with this potential comes the challenge of maintaining the human touch, which is vital for creating emotional connections with customers.

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How Fanduel Modernized Its Martech Stack Enabling Speed and Scalability

Optimove

How AI is Transforming CDPs Download Now >> Why it Matters: A well-designed marketing technology (martech) stack is crucial for delivering seamless customer experiences. The ability to process data quickly and at scale can determine a company’s competitive edge. FanDuel’s focus on speed and scalability has created a martech stack that meets current demands and is prepared for future growth.

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Building a Career in Customer Service: A Guide for Recent Graduates

CSM Magazine

Customer service represents fascinating career prospects. It is due to the fact that rapid technical improvements and increased globalization, which are combined with ever-increasing competition, have prompted businesses across all industries and countries to prioritize customer service. Companies constantly search for staff who can not only handle customer needs but also provide client experiences that foster brand loyalty.

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3 Ways Brick-and-Mortar Retailers Can Improve Customer Experience

Today’s digitally savvy customers have high expectations of retailers for convenience, responsiveness, and ease of doing business both in-store and online. Our recent survey of over 2,000 US consumers found that retailers that can drive a seamless, omnichannel customer experience (CX) – across physical and digital channels – have huge benefits for brand relevance, profitability, and customer loyalty.