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Shep’s 2021 Top 10 Business Predictions

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Every year I write my customer service and customer experience (CX) predictions in my Forbes.com column. So, here are my Top 10 Predictions for 2021: Customers continue to get smarter. Our customers keep getting smarter about customer service and experience. of them are willing to leave because of bad customer service.

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5 Top Customer Service Articles of the Week 5-10-2021

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Customers are enjoying self-service options, so give them what they want. 15 Unique Ideas For Inspiring Brand Loyalty In 2021 by Expert Panel. Forbes) In this article, 15 members of the Forbes Agency Council share unique ideas for connecting with customers in a way that builds genuine trust and, in turn, brand loyalty in 2021.

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Guest Post: Top 5 Ways to Support Your Customers in 2021

ShepHyken

According to Deloitte’s 2019 Global Call Center Survey , customer service topped the agenda for most firms. 78% of participants believed that improving customer service came a close second. The pandemic made these elements even more crucial in 2020 and will continue to do so into 2021. Self-Help Channels.

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Guest Post: The 4 Most Common Misconceptions About Customer Service

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Misconception #2: Customers only want self-service options. in the first quarter of 2020, and expected to continue to rise throughout 2021. Doing so can lead to even greater frustration from your customer and affect your ability to resolve their issue. In the U.S. alone, e-commerce now accounts for 16.1% of all sales.

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Guest Post: 4 Ways to Transform Customer Experience While Growing Rapidly

ShepHyken

In April 2021, I had the honor of becoming the chief executive officer of Xpress Global Systems (XGS), a trucking company that specializes in transporting flooring products across all 50 of the United States. Mapping out the ‘ease of doing business’ and essentially removing any barriers to service .

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7 New Technologies to Improve Customer Service in 2021

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Companies have invested in their customer service function to differentiate and personalize their brand and improve overall operational efficiency. COVID-19 has resulted in a further increase in demand for service, with a January 2021 survey indicating that 65% of U.S. consumers required assistance during the pandemic.

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Guest Post: Customer Experience: Expectation vs. Reality

ShepHyken

She writes about what customers expect from companies in 2021 and what they actually get. Consumers today expect speedier access to services than ever before. They count on meaningful interactions with service professionals who make them feel valued. Use customer surveys to improve customer insight and offerings. .