ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

AI is reshaping customer service and customer experience faster than we could ever imagine. Smart companies have found the balance between the human touch and the digital experience. The book is filled with practical strategies and tactics to help organizations leverage AI while maintaining the personal touch.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. My CX research finds that while most customers (70%) prefer the phone as a primary channel for customer support, 30% prefer the digital experience, which can include chatbots.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

For example, for whatever reason, they can’t reach their manager or peers, they can interact with the AI-enabled knowledge base and get the answers they need. Organizations need to focus on personalization and customer control in self-service experiences. They no longer compare us to other companies in our industry.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. A Complete Guide to Customer Service Automation by Najam Ahmed (Comm100) Over the years, customer service has undergone a dramatic transformation, driven by rapid advancements in technology.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 15 Strategies for Effective Customer Service Resolutions by Pratik Salia (Knowmax) Handling customer conflicts well isn’t just about resolving issues—it’s your chance to turn frustrated customers into long-term customers.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 6, 2021

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. And AI will fuel this trend.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Top Takeaways: Businesses use advanced technology like search and generative AI to create better customer experiences. When customers visit a company’s website and use the search bar to find information, the technology behind it can provide relevant and helpful results, making it easier to get the answers they need.

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Calabrio

MARCH 18, 2025

Analytics From Frustration to Adoption: Overcoming Barriers to Effective Chatbot Utilization Share Chatbots have transformed customer service by providing instant, AI-powered support that reduces contact center volume and improves operational efficiency. If your chatbot isnt delivering the results you expected, youre not alone.

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CCNG

AUGUST 28, 2024

By rapidly embracing digital tools like AI, Analytics, and Automation, contact centers are completely changing how they function and deliver customer experience. By automating certain actions, contact centers can reduce resolution time and ensure consistency and accuracy in handling customer inquiries and data entry.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

This week we feature an article by Rahul Varshneya whos writes about how technology innovations are continuously improving the customer experience. This Maya Angelou quote fits perfectly when talking about the factors responsible for positive brand customer service. How to leverage technology for a better customer experience.

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Win the Customer

DECEMBER 23, 2024

This blog post will explore key AI trends shaping the future of customer service and discuss their implications for product development. Hyper-Personalization at Scale: Trend: AI-powered tools are enabling hyper-personalization of customer interactions at an unprecedented scale.

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TechSee

JUNE 29, 2023

AI is rapidly becoming a critical tool in customer service. While initial conversations now focus on improving chatbots with large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, this is just the start of what AI can and will offer. AI will streamline, augment and, in many cases, automate the customer experience and improve customer satisfaction.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 30, 2021

Modern customers want real-time interactions that are personalized and consistent. To meet their demands, we expect to see more technology in customer support in 2021, as well as a growth in omnichannel support strategies. Here are five customer service trends to watch out for in 2021:? .

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ShepHyken

MAY 31, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 5 Ways to Drive Brand Loyalty and Customer Lifetime Value by Ian Simons. (Ad Take a close look at number four, which is about optimizing for lifetime value, not just the cost of acquisition for a new customer. (I

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Beyond Philosophy

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

We spoke with Messina in a recent podcast about how a brand can humanize itself for its customers. As you recall, the future of interaction on social media is for a brand to respond as if it were a person, and it will likely be AI-powered in the future. Chatbots can have these personas, too. So how can you use this insight?

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TechSee

APRIL 17, 2022

Beyond frustrating the customer, this wastes valuable resources, irritating agents, increases average hold time, and lowers overall efficiency. . Companies looking to improve their customer journey can use an omnichannel approach that delivers an integrated, continuous customer experience.

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PeopleMetrics

JANUARY 24, 2025

In Listen or Die , I emphasized that customer service (CS) and customer experience (CX) are not interchangeable. CS focuses on helping customers solve problems or answer questions, while CX encompasses every interaction a customer has with your companywhether its browsing your website, using your product, or contacting support.

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TeleDirect

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Why Customer Experience is the New Competitive Edge for Businesses In today’s hyper-competitive market, where consumers are bombarded with options at every turn, businesses face an undeniable truth: customer experience (CX) is no longer a mere differentiatorit is the competitive edge. What is Customer Experience?

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TMP Direct

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

In recent years, chatbots have become an integral part of modern customer service, helping businesses streamline interactions and improve customer experience. In this blog, we will debunk these myths and uncover the true value that chatbots bring to the table.

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TMP Direct

APRIL 2, 2025

They expect instant responses, seamless service, and a personalized experience at every touchpoint. Businesses that fail to adapt risk losing customers to competitors who have mastered the art of customer experience (CX) in 2025. Smarter Customers, Smarter Businesses The landscape of CX is evolving rapidly.

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CSM Magazine

MARCH 14, 2025

Advancements in AI-driven customer experience (CX) solutions have changed the game for businesses, especially in retail and e-commerce. Companies are now leveraging chatbots, virtual assistants, and AI tools to streamline interactions, offering efficient and accurate customer support around the clock.

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ShepHyken

JULY 31, 2023

Top Takeaways: In the age of advanced technology, it’s crucial for businesses to prioritize the overall customer experience. While chatbots and digital solutions are valuable, human-to-human interactions still plays a vital role, especially when technology falls short. What is wallet share?

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ShepHyken

MARCH 9, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Chatbots Make There 3 Customer Experience Improvements Possible by Rose de Fremery. SmarterCX) The chatbot age is here. Modern Thinking for Customer Experience Indexes by Lynn Hunsaker.

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CCNG

DECEMBER 11, 2024

It needs to get stuff done As already discussed, without the ability to continuously learn from constantly changing data, nor to integrate with other systems, ChatGPT can deliver highly impressive results on a range of topics, but without Enterprise Conversational AI it can’t get anything done for your customers.

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CCNG

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Less than half of CX execs trust their company's ability to deliver great experiences. Here are over 100 customer experience stats and trends for you to discover. 99% of Customer Experience and Success leaders believe CEM has a positive impact on their business. Only 8% of their customers agreed.

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Comm100

JULY 3, 2024

Enhancing customer service efficiency while maintaining quality is a paramount challenge. Chatbots have emerged as a powerful tool in addressing this, offering numerous benefits that can transform customer interaction dynamics. Unlike human agents, chatbots can offer consistent customer support 24/7 without breaks or downtime.

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Interaction Metrics

MARCH 13, 2025

Sentiment analysis reveals the emotions your customers feelbut knowing how they feel is only useful if you know why they feel the emotion in the first place. If you want to improve customer experience, you need more than just emotional data. What Is Customer Sentiment Analysis?

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TechSee

JANUARY 27, 2025

Reasoning enables machines to think, learn, and make decisions based on data, experience, and context. In this blog post, I’ll explain what Reasoning is, why it matters in customer service, and how it elevates customer experiences. What is AI Reasoning?

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ShepHyken

JULY 29, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Your Customer Experience Game Plan: Olympics Edition by Brittany Hodak (Brittany Hodak) In business, fostering a sense of belonging and enthusiasm among employees can lead to remarkable outcomes.

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CCNG

MARCH 13, 2024

While we dive into what new trends and technology we will see, it is great to understand what won’t change in the contact center: a never-ending quest to elevate the customer experience while driving efficiency. The labor shortage is not going away, and companies are looking for ways to maintain or increase their customer experience.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 25, 2022

He shares how rewarding your customer experience team is critical to building an inspired, high-performing team. Your brand’s name will eventually suffer if you don’t have a strong core team handling customer inquiries, keeping them pleased. Also, research says that brands with a great customer experience get them 5.7

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CCNG

OCTOBER 11, 2023

You try to resolve the issue yourself and spend 10 minutes on the company's website; you even try the automated chatbot, the dreaded last resort. Do you think that employee has influenced your customer's experience on the phone? Start by sharing more personal aspects of your life and being vulnerable. The answer is yes.

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Callminer

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

COVID-19 led to new realizations about how call centers need to operate, including a shift to remote work , system-wide stressors and important shifts in customer experience and service expectations among consumers. Live engagement sets customers at ease. Chatbots will continue to grow in prevalence. Attention to Detail.

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