ShepHyken

MAY 21, 2021

This week we feature an article Alexa Lemzy, a Customer Support and?Content She shares 5 strategies to build a happy and high-performing remote customer service team. Remote working has many benefits for customer service teams but also comes with some challenges. Voice and Video Calls .

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

It wasn’t that long ago that you would go to a store, dine at a restaurant, do business with a vendor or call a customer support center and notice how good the customer service was. A great service experience stood out. Back then, the rock star company that was known for customer service was IBM.

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TechSee

MARCH 11, 2025

AI is changing the customer service game. For service leaders across nearly every industry, AI is the key to scaling smarter, driving revenue, and keeping customers loyal. AI is more than automation—intelligent decision-making transforms service operations. The result?

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ShepHyken

MAY 11, 2018

This week we feature an article by Rohit Prasanna who shares a great list of 10 customer service trends that will affect the customer experience this year. – Shep Hyken. The customer-centric economy has taken the front-seat across the globe, and it is no different for B2B businesses.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Service Rookie Mistakes That Could Be Tarnishing Your Business Image! CustomerThink) Let’s face it, poor customer care support service can cost a business a fortune! by Deeksha Dadu.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 19, 2016

This week on our Friends on Friday guest blog post my colleague, Jack Plantin, writes about the importance of customer support and options we can offer for around the clock support. 24/7 customer support is great to have, but it can expensive and time-consuming for small companies. Video tutorials.

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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. Video is powerful. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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ShepHyken

MAY 27, 2020

In other words, it’s the gap between the answer the customer received the first time they asked and the answer they should have received. You reach out to a salesperson or customer support agent with a problem or a question. He asked, “Do you know of any videos or instructions that can help get me going on a project?”.

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ProProfs Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2019

Customer service and customer support may seem like semantics; even Google does not make a difference in them. Each of these terms is customer-facing disciplines, but they cannot be used in place of the other. Each of these terms is customer-facing disciplines, but they cannot be used in place of the other.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 3, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Personalization and Customer Experience Strategies for Success by Larisa Bedgood. Business2Community) Personalized customer experiences are now at the center of all marketing initiatives.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 28, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. What Do Customers Really Think Of Your Brand? My Comment: One of the great concepts in customer service is the practice of adaptability. Here are my top five picks from last week. by Athina Mallis.

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ShepHyken

MAY 29, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service and experience articles from various online resources. How good is your company’s internal customer experience? McKinsey & Company) To excel with customers, frontline employees need high-level service from core support functions. by Nicolas Maechler.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 7, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service and experience articles from various online resources. Is The Customer Service “Department” Becoming Obsolete? My Comment: This is an interesting article with a provocative title: “Is the Customer Service Department Becoming Obsolete?” by Mike Wittenstein.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

She shares different channels and strategies for creating the most convient customer support experience for your customers. According to Deloitte’s 2019 Global Call Center Survey , customer service topped the agenda for most firms. 85% of respondents believed that the customer experience was vital to success.

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TechSee

JUNE 16, 2022

Whether they need help setting up a new device or to repair a damaged product, the way in which these interactions are handled are at the heart of customer satisfaction. Eric Esguerra, Vice President, Customer Service & Operations at Miele Canada Ltd. Tom Hinds, SVP Customer Engagement at Advocate Aurora Health.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 25, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How Employee Experience Connects with Customer Experience by Francesca Di Meglio (HR Exchange Network) Positive employee experience begets customer experience. It should support and augment it.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 18, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. by Dan Gingiss (Dan Gingiss) Today, your customers compare you to every customer experience they have with every other brand. The big prediction (at least for me) is the use of video to create a better experience.

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ShepHyken

MAY 14, 2018

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. While the short article and video is focused on the consumer, imagine what the experience would be in a customer service role. Be sure to watch the short video. It is amazing! Imagine that!).

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Toister Performance Solutions

MARCH 29, 2025

Expectation management helps customers avoid unpleasant surprises. Managing expectations will result in: Fewer complaints Happier customers More repeat business This guide helps you facilitate the Customer Service: Managing Customer Expectations course on LinkedIn Learning. The exercise files from the course.

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

One of the most crucial factors for users is the quality of customer support. Whether you are a frequent traveler, a business professional, or a casual user, having access to reliable support can make or break your experience with an eSIM provider. Why Is Customer Support Critical for eSIM Users?

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ShepHyken

JUNE 13, 2016

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. How Twitter’s Recent Changes Affect Customer Service by Dan Gingiss. Marketers rejoiced because they now have additional characters with which to include photos, videos, and polls. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 12 Ways to Celebrate Customer Service Week by Vanessa Brangwyn. Pay attention to numbers two and three, which are about streamlining the buying process (making it more convenient) and using more video on t.

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Callminer

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

A new need for more adaptive service options, including improved omnichannel customer experience, has shown up as a strong trend with few signs of letting up. For instance, when they go from email support to calling the customer service team. “A Customers want a variety of channels to contact your agents.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Prabhjot Singh at Knowmax , a company that empowers customer experience teams to improve engagement through AI-powered knowledge management. He talks about the trends that customer service and experience professionals can expect for the remaining months of 2023.

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TechSee

JANUARY 24, 2019

Innovative ways to provide customers with immediate assistance, guidance and support lies at the heart of every customer-centric organization. Live video support can be used by customer service agents either to initiate a face-to-face live video chat support session or to offer live video interactive assistance.

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CSM Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2025

WhatsApp, with its massive global user base of over 2 billion monthly active users, has emerged as a leading platform for providing fast and efficient customer service. But how can businesses fully leverage WhatsApp to deliver exceptional support while fostering customer loyalty? Why WhatsApp?

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2024

As the market becomes increasingly competitive, offering exceptional customer service has never been more crucial for cryptocurrency companies. Effective customer support helps build trust, ensure smooth transactions, and foster customer loyalty, making it a key differentiator in the crowded marketplace.

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Nicereply

APRIL 21, 2022

Video is one of the most engaging, accessible, and eye-catching ways of promoting and successfully marketing a business nowadays. The rise in video use by so many brands has demonstrated the tremendous value that this type of marketing can bring to a company. Update the information in your videos regularly.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Great customer-focused companies make it easy to get information quickly. It might be a Frequently Asked Questions page on the company’s website or a video tutorial that teaches exactly what the customer needs without having to call customer support. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken. Copyright © MMXXI, Shep Hyken).

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ShepHyken

JULY 4, 2018

A little box pops up and there’s a picture of a customer service rep with a typed message asking if you need help. Zappos is the online retailer that makes it easy to connect with a customer service rep. For example, I may call to talk to a support rep. Technology is great… until it’s not. You are on a website.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service and experience articles from various online resources. The top five things you hate most about customer service by Sarah Ingrams . Whether you’re buying new gadgets, planning a holiday or managing your finances, everyone has to deal with customer service from time to time.

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Customer Service Life

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

3 Ways to Bridge the Gap From Training to Proficient Customer Service – Early in my career in customer service we had a ticketing system with a “QA” feature and every email new agents composed had to be approved before sending. Check out this article with some fresh ideas on the topic.

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ROI CX Solutions

JANUARY 9, 2025

Read Time: 8 Minutes Table of contents Introduction Do you want to streamline your customer service operations but aren’t sure where to start? You’re about to discover 12 practical ways to automate your customer support. Balance is crucial: Combine automated systems with human support for the best results.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. This article has several ways to foster trust, and I’d like to add one more, and that is customer service. Using video when interacting with customers has many benefits. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 29, 2018

This week we feature an article by Laura Bourne who shares four important factors that can help you achieve success and avoid customer service problems. – Shep Hyken. Your most unhappy customers are your greatest source of learning. There is no denying that loyal customers are the bread and butter of an organization.

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Fonolo

DECEMBER 3, 2020

To truly provide the best service for your customers, you need to focus on their entire journey with your company — examine their touchpoints, interactions, and expectations and ask yourself: Is there a way to make this process simpler?… What Customers Want and Expect in Customer Service. Click To Tweet.

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TechSee

AUGUST 14, 2023

TechSee’s Annual Influencer List For a second year, everyone at TechSee is proud and excited to share our annual list of influential leaders in the space of digital customer service. As the Head of Customer Support and Engagement at HotDoc, she is responsible for leading the customer support and engagement strategy.

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