ProProfs Blog

APRIL 12, 2019

A loyal customer base is the cornerstone for any successful business. More so for Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) companies since acquiring new customers on a B2B level is much more difficult. This makes customer retention a necessity for SaaS-based companies. How to Effectively Use Net Promoter Score Survey Software.

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Nicereply

JUNE 18, 2020

Customer retention is the act of keeping customers engaged, creating customer advocates, and reducing churn before it happens. Imagine you never acquired another customer. Your sales team went home, and all you had left was your current group of customers. That’s where customer retention comes in.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 11, 2017

How can you make money by understanding the numbers behind this survey? How can you sell the C-Suite on the benefits of investing in Customer Retention? First Up: Shep Hyken’s opening comments focus on the Net Promoter Score®, which is the result of a survey question that asks a customer “How likely would you be to recommend us?”

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Beyond Philosophy

AUGUST 10, 2016

In other words, the Customer Experience matters here more than it did even a couple of years ago. A new global survey released by Amdocs last month reported a trend in the region where consumers demanded more control and personalization in their Customer Experiences with their Telecom provider. Are you ready?

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

No, I Don’t Want to Take Your Survey By Gerry McGovern . CMSWire) Take your survey? Do customers really want to take your survey? To Improve Customer Experience, Start With Morale, Not Technology, Feds Say by Tom Shoop. Customer Retention Made Easy by Samir Palnitkar. Am I your employee?

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ShepHyken

JUNE 30, 2024

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. Regularly collect feedback from staff through surveys, meetings, or suggestion boxes to identify customer pain points and opportunities for improvement.

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TechSee

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Customer churn is a growing problem across many industries and managing it has become critically important to the maintaining profitability. Dissatisfied customers are those who feel a business did not provide a product or service as expected. Vulnerable customers. trillion per year.

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Nicereply

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Discover great customer retention tools and empower customer satisfaction. Losing customers is something that every business fears. Considering that the SaaS industry is a competitive one, customer retention is crucial. What is Customer Retention? Customer churn is inevitable.

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TeleDirect

MARCH 15, 2025

Qualifying prospects for sales teams to convert into customers. Customer Retention & Follow-Ups Checking in with past customers to enhance loyalty and retention. Market Research & Customer Surveys Gathering customer feedback through phone surveys and opinion polls.

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Totango

MARCH 5, 2021

Customer retention is the lifeblood of any savvy enterprise. It’s the only way to be successful in this customer-centered economy and ensure scalable long-term revenue. To retain customers, companies must make the customer experience better and ensure customers never stop seeing value from their product or service.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

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. Finally, he presents the concept of “customer Service as an Experience.” It’s if the customer comes back.

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TeleDirect

MARCH 15, 2025

US-Based Call Center Services: Why Domestic Support Matters for Your Business US-Based Call Center Services provide businesses with high-quality, reliable, and customer-focused support that enhances customer experience and operational efficiency. A US-based call center ensures: More authentic and engaging customer interactions.

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Totango

JANUARY 26, 2021

Read on to learn what churn is, how an attrition analysis can help you pinpoint why you’re losing customers, and what steps you can take to prevent customer churn. What Is Churn Rate and How Does It Relate to Customer Retention? These are just a few examples of issues which can contribute to customer churn.

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Beyond Philosophy

JUNE 20, 2015

The first, a B2C example, involves a major player in the cable television industry. A new, more real world research protocol focusing on bonding behavior offered this company a means to understand the relationship between customer attitudes and behaviors, and business outcomes. Close to 1,000 survey responses were received.

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ProProfs Blog

APRIL 10, 2020

Using dedicated survey software like ProProfs Survey Maker is the best way to build communication with your customers and gather insights to achieve true customer satisfaction. You can monitor customer behavior and fulfill their expectations before they fall prey to any other company. No brand is perfect.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Are You Using the Right Customer Experience Analytics? CMSWire) Gone are the days when a simple survey could tell you everything you need to know about your customer experience. Traditionally, decision-makers and marketers have relied on surveys to measure customer success. by Imogen Sharma.

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TeleDirect

MARCH 20, 2025

Excellent service leads to: Increased customer satisfaction and loyalty Higher first-call resolution (FCR) rates Reduced call handling times Improved brand reputation and customer retention 18 Tips for Exceptional Call Center Customer Service 1.

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Outsource Consultants

DECEMBER 14, 2020

What surprised you the most about how the call center industry responded to uncertainty in 2020? I was absolutely blown away by how quickly the industry adapted to the changes forced upon it by the pandemic. An industry that has traditionally been wary of change ended up being one that rapidly adopted new strategies and technologies.

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TeleDirect

MARCH 9, 2025

In this blog, we will explore the best practices to improve customer service speed, optimize workflows, and leverage technology-driven solutions to enhance call center operations. Why Reducing Wait Times is Critical for Customer Satisfaction 1. Studies show that 60% of customers will abandon a brand after multiple bad experiences.

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Quiq

MARCH 31, 2022

Marketing and sales consistently combine their efforts to attain the most customers at the lowest price. But few businesses dedicate as many resources to customer retention. Keeping customers happy and continuing to buy from your e-commerce business deserves (and often requires) as many resources.

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ShepHyken

MAY 20, 2022

A 5% increase in customer retention increases profits by 25-95%. It’s estimated that new customers cost five times more than loyal customers. Good customer service is a strong pillar of customer loyalty. What is customer loyalty? Maintaining customer loyalty is simple, but not easy.

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TeleDirect

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

By showing empathy and patience, agents can create positive experiences that improve customer retention and satisfaction. Reducing response times can be achieved by: Using call routing systems to direct customers to the right department. Fast responses improve customer retention rates and brand reputation.

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Beyond Philosophy

MAY 14, 2015

Source: North American Consumer Technographics Customer Life-Cycle Survey 1, 2014, Forrester.com.). Clearly, more Customers want self-service options. One of the most important emotions that your Experience generates with your Customers is Trust. How Self-Service is a Challenge to Organizations.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 14, 2020

Some buyers also appreciate customer survey emails seeking their feedback within one week from the first purchase. As a part of post-sale monitoring, brands should also monitor reviews written by customers on various portals. Monitoring mentions and hashtags with the business name can help in tracking customer feedback.

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ShepHyken

JULY 20, 2020

This article is an excellent look at how the future of customer service became today’s way of doing business. Don’t Make These Common Self-Service Customer Experience Mistakes by Kaya Ismail. My Comment: Is customer service broken? ” The other side of this is that only 8% of customers agree.

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Nicereply

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Customer satisfaction matters because it drives customer retention, fosters brand loyalty, and generates positive word-of-mouth. Customer retention When customers are happy with your products or services, they’re more likely to continue using them. Are there specific issues that multiple customers mention?

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JustCall

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The best way to evaluate your agent’s performance is using a powerful tool – the post-call surveys. Read this blog to know how you can use post-call surveys to address key concerns and craft a strong customer retention strategy. Why Is Customer Retention Challenging? The reason?

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Nicereply

JULY 31, 2023

A customer satisfaction survey – the easiest way to get feedback from your customers. Customer feedback fuels the engine of any business. When you know what customers think about your product and your service, you’re able to plan strategically and make smart bets. Use clear and concise language 2.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 6, 2023

The 11 Customer Service Skills You Need to Succeed in Any Industry by CX Network Editor (CX Network Editor) In the last few years we have witnessed an acceleration of technologies that remove friction from customer interactions, partly thanks to the Covid-19 pandemic. That includes B2C, B2B, and G2C (Government to Citizen).

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ShepHyken

MARCH 21, 2022

My Comment: My friend and fellow customer experience expert, Blake Morgan, has assembled an interesting set of stats and facts about post-pandemic customer service and CX. Our customer service research supports the theme. 5 Tips to Increase Your Customer Satisfaction in 2022 and Beyond by Wise Marketer Staff.

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Outsource Consultants

MARCH 18, 2025

These professionals are often the first point of contact for customers, making their skills and knowledge essential for positive brand representation. Ongoing training programs keep agents updated on product knowledge, customer service techniques, and the latest industry trends.

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Nicereply

DECEMBER 17, 2024

One key metric that helps SaaS businesses gauge their success in these areas is the Customer Effort Score (CES). In this article, we’ll explore the importance of CES in the SaaS industry, how it differs from other customer satisfaction metrics, and why reducing customer effort is crucial for long-term success.

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TeleDirect

MARCH 14, 2025

Ways to gather feedback: Conduct post-call surveys to assess satisfaction levels. Use analytics tools to track customer sentiment trends. Ensure Compliance and Data Security Customers expect their personal information to be handled safely and securely. Compliance with industry standards helps maintain customer trust.

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OctopusTech

JULY 17, 2023

Customer retention email plays a major role for the growth of any company. But what about your existing customers who keep purchasing your products? This is where customer retention email comes in as with this a company can use different email strategies to make them buy the goods again from a brand.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 21, 2022

Give them the tools so that when a customer is upset, angry, or yelling, they know exactly how to handle the situation. Your team members feel the pain points in your business process as much as your customers. If you can increase your customer retention just by 5%, you can improve your bottom line revenue by 25% to 95%.

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Education Services Group

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

I’m talking about the 2022 Customer Success Leadership Study (much more exciting, IMHO). For the third year in a row, we’re tracking all the twists and turns unfolding in the Customer Success industry. A growing industry full of fresh talent. Customer Success is growing, which is no surprise.

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Beyond Philosophy

DECEMBER 23, 2015

Today, businesses are able to measure their activities, impact of customer experiences, and customer relationship with unprecedented precision. As a result, they are able to create enormous streams and bases of data – known, collectively, as “Big Data”.

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