ShepHyken

AUGUST 8, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. The WOW Factor: How to Deliver an Amazing Customer Experience Every Time by Benny Marotta. That said, you’ll enjoy this author’s version of how to WOW your customers. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 4, 2023

And in the world of customer service and CX, there is much to be excited about. Last month I released my annual Top Ten Customer Experience Predictions in my weekly Forbes column. Just as we want our customers to come back, we want our employees to stay.  . Keep those phones open for your customers!

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ShepHyken

APRIL 26, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. CustomerThink) Here are nine new findings from the 2021 State of the Contact Center Report which included 400 US and UK contact center and customer experience leaders. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 5, 2016

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. Beyond the Wow Factor: Why Customer Experience Management Is Not About Exceeding Expectations by Paul Greenberg & Thomas Wieberneit. 40 Customer Retention Statistics You Need to Know by Chris Boeckelman.

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ShepHyken

JULY 26, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Negative Employee Experiences Can Translate Into Poor Customer Service, Report Says by Emilie Shumway. (HR How to Build Customer Loyalty with a Thank You Page by Thomas Griffin. Sixty-four percent of U.S.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 27, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 3 Digital Marketing Strategies That Can Improve Customer Retention by John Hall (Forbes) What happens if you gain 10 new customers but lose 20 from your existing client base? How much more?

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 27, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Leveraging Trends to Drive Business Success through Customer Experience by Joseph Michelli. Customer Retention Strategies To Explode Your Business In 2020 by Matt Duczeminski. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 15, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How to Deliver Memorable Customer Experiences in a Post-Pandemic World | We Are Forever Changed by Joseph Michelli. How to Calculate Your Customer Retention Rate by Max Freedman.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 7 Techniques That Are Key to Customer Retention Today by John Hall. Magazine) It’s a business axiom that holding on to existing customers is more lucrative than acquiring new ones.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 23, 2019

This week we feature an article by Martin Frascaroli who talks about why it is important to meet your customer needs using omnichannel customer service. . Your potential customers want to buy quickly and comfortably through an integrated experience. The answer is in Omnichannel Customer Service, and we’ll tell you why.

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ShepHyken

MAY 18, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Loyalty Is Flat. What you’ll find are nine fundamental concepts that need to be considered at the base of your customer service and loyalty strategies. by Rachel Lane.

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Interaction Metrics

MARCH 27, 2025

What Is Customer Retention and Why Does It Matter? Customer retention might sound like fancy business jargon, but really, it’s just the art of keeping your customers happy enough that they stick around. Thats customer retention at workusing incentives and positive experiences to keep you coming back.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 3, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Why Is Customer Service So Bad? Harvard Business Review) It’s a familiar scenario: A service provider fails to live up to your expectations and you feel some restitution may be in order.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 8, 2021

He shares four customer service methods for your subscription-based business that will help you boost your reputation, increase customer satisfaction, and improve overall business health. From afar, customer service seems like it should be simple. Just answer any questions your customers may have.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 10, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How to Increase Customer Loyalty: 5 Customer Retention Strategies by Christopher Hutchens. My Comment: Let’s start this week with a list of customer retention strategies.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 8, 2018

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 10 Examples Of Amazing Customer Service Departments For Customer Service Week by Blake Morgan. Customer Service Inspiration from my Bookshelf by Jeremy Watkin.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 14, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Actual vs. Intended Customer Experience: The Major Disconnect by Tara Sporrer. It’s crucial to close the gap between the understanding of the actual customer service experience and the intended customer experience.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. GetFeedback) NPS, CES, and CSAT are customer loyalty metrics. How To Boost Customer Retention Effectively Using Video by Koushik Marka. We Need to Stop Sucking at Customer Service by Shaun Belding.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 31, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How to Prevent Customer Churn with Retention Marketing by Lauren Pope. Learning Hub) Attracting new customers is cool and all, but do you know how to keep them around? Had A Customer Service Fail?

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Callminer

APRIL 30, 2020

The most successful companies have solutions in place for monitoring customer interactions and analyzing customer sentiment. For more information on improving the customer experience, download our white paper, Leveraging Emotion to Improve CX & Elevate Contact Center Performance. Be sure to apologize.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 3, 2018

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. The Mount Rushmore of Customer Service Leaders by John DiJulius. The DiJulius Group) Who are the greatest Customer Service Leaders of all time? Here are my top five picks from last week.

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Beyond Philosophy

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

In addition, higher levels of customer satisfaction are tied to high levels of positive cash flows with low volatility, and positive earnings surprises. Keeping Customers results in a high increase in value. Focusing on customer retention with a better Customer Experience will benefit your bottom-line expenses.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 3, 2024

I recently wrote two articles in my weekly Forbes column with my top predictions and trends for customer service and customer experience. The employee experience (EX) drives a better customer experience (CX). Happy New Year! What’s 2024 going to be like? Here are my top predictions for 2024.

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ShepHyken

MAY 17, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How to handle customer complaints? Alibaba.com) This article summarizes 4 common types of customer complaints and worked out 6 tips to handle them smartly and strategically. 6 tips you must know by Alibaba.com.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How the Digital Era Is Redefining Customer Experience by John Finch. (No No Jitter) As customers become more reliant on non-voice methods of communication, CCaaS serves as a necessary aggregation platform.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 30, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. CX Makeover: 11 Ways to Improve Customer Experience by Ken McMahon (Nextiva) Employees interact with customers every day and are a valuable source of CX knowledge. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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Customer Service Customer retention Morale Customer Experience 206

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Winning means losing in the game of customer retention by Linda O’Grady. CMO) All too often retention is a blanket goal. The key is to hang onto the right customers. by Steve Williamson.

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Callminer

JULY 30, 2020

No company wants to receive complaints about bad customer service, but even companies that strive to create exceptional customer service will occasionally disappoint a customer. Still, responding to complaints about bad customer service can be difficult, even for your best call center agents.

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TeleDirect

MARCH 20, 2025

18 Call Center Tips for Delivering Exceptional Customer Service Delivering exceptional customer service is crucial for maintaining a strong brand reputation and ensuring customer loyalty. Prioritize Active Listening Active listening is crucial for understanding customer concerns.

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ShepHyken

MAY 12, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. LinkedIn) When it comes to the strategic decisions that will help you thrive as a company, a positive experience is not the only factor that will make customers choose you, or stay with you. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. My Comment: Customer service starts on the inside, starting with employees. My concept of The Employee Golden Rule is about treating employees the same way you treat customers, if not even better.

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ShepHyken

MAY 13, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 8 Keys to Making Customer Service a More Positive Experience by Martin Zwilling (Inc. My Comment: This article is about customer support. My Comment: I enjoy articles on customer service metrics.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 3, 2025

Quotes: “When you treat your customers well and give them an easy, frictionless experience, not only will you keep them, but they’ll tell their friends about your business. Customer retention isn’t just about keeping one customer. ” “Most executives are too removed from the frontlines. .”

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TeleDirect

MARCH 20, 2025

How to Improve Call Center Customer Service How to Improve Call Center Customer Service is a critical consideration for businesses striving to enhance customer satisfaction and build brand loyalty. Prioritize VIP customers or repeat callers to reduce wait times. Use positive and reassuring language.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Elevating Customer Experience: Embracing Hospitality as the Foundation by Charles Ryan Minton (Newsweek) When it comes to providing exceptional customer experiences, few industries excel quite like the hotel business.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

It’s unrealistic to think you could retain 100% of your customers forever. That leaves 49% of customers who could potentially be swayed by price. So, sit down with your team and brainstorm the answer to the question, “Why would a customer leave us?” And once you know, do something about it! Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

A customer service roadmap is a strategic plan that outlines the goals, processes, and milestones needed to offer exceptional customer support. Why Do You Need a Customer Service Roadmap? Customer Retention: Clear strategies lead to improved experiences, encouraging repeat customers.

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