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Make the Complicated Simple

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In 2009, if you invested in a group of companies recognized for simplicity, you would have dramatically outperformed the stock market by a whopping 1,600%, proving that simplicity delivers in ROI. It’s important to remember that simple does not always mean easy. The concept of simplicity is financially powerful.

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Guest Post: Employee Engagement and CX: 5 Strategies to Build Synergy

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In their 2009 meta-analysis presented by Gallup, Harter et al. When employees feel valued, supported, and empowered within their roles, they are more likely to deliver personalized and empathetic service.

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5 Top Customer Service Articles For the Week of February 8, 2021

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In our personal lives, Valentine’s Day is our opportunity to express love and appreciation to the people you care about. Fast Company) As we witnessed in the 2009 downturn, if companies react quickly and organize themselves well, there are many opportunities to be gained from this crisis.

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Top 5 Customer Service & CX Articles for the Week of August 7, 2023

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In fact, research shows AI can help boost customer satisfaction when it’s used to offer customers more personalized solutions or to help human employees provide better service than they would without the technological assist. remains unchanged since 2009 while inflation reached 6.2% as of 2023 and minimum federal wage of $7.25

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Guest Blog: Experience Will Set Direct-to-Consumer Brands Apart. Convenience Won’t.

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“To do that, DTC companies can differentiate themselves by having a full view of every customer—from purchases and service to sentiment and engagement—so the entire experience can be personal and personalized.”. Customers can get a personal consultation from a member of the gTeam over chat, email, or the phone. Eliminate Choice.

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What Every Marketer Needs to Know about Brand Image, Equity, Personality & Archetypes

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It is what your customers think it is; its brand image, personality and its value to them. I was lecturing at Miami University a couple of weeks ago on brand image and personality. And this is where image and personality play vital roles. A brand needs to have a clear image, personality and equity in the minds of its customers.

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Supercharging Your Tech Stack with Totango: Streamline Your Workflows

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In 2009, Apple debuted its “There’s an app for that” commercials – and started a worldwide phenomenon. Apps are a great resource for helping to improve your efficiency and organization both at work and in your personal life. The phrase spread like wildfire and has provided fodder for cheesy dad jokes to this day.

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