ShepHyken

JANUARY 10, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. The New York Times) The meanness of the public has forced many public-facing industries to rethink what used to be an article of faith: that the customer is always right. Customer Service Is the New Upsell by David Wagoner.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 31, 2023

Let’s explore how improving customer journeys and user experiences empowers you to achieve sustainable business growth. Enhanced customer satisfaction Stockouts, inaccurate forecasting, delays, silos, poor customer service: all of the weaknesses within your customer journey threaten to ruin experiences.

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Beyond Philosophy

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

Bain and company estimates that the amount spent to attract new customers as high as seven times more than keeping an existing customer. And the key to keep your customers is improving your customer experience because 68% of the customers that leave you do so because they are upset with the Customer Service they received.

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CCNG

JANUARY 1, 2025

Sometimes the customers will be using Chat while also on hold to speak to a Phone agent in a pyrrhic attempt to beat the queuing system. 3) SUPPORT EFFECTIVENESS The Hope : Chat will contain customers and become the preferred first channel of choice.

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ShepHyken

MAY 3, 2022

Customer Service and Issue Centricity. Empowering Customer Support Agents with Data. Shep Hyken interviews Devin Poole, Senior Director of CX Strategy at Dixa , the groundbreaking conversational customer service platform. They discuss connecting with customers using intelligence, empathy, and the right information.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 24, 2021

They discuss how to utilize customer information and behavior to help ensure customer success. Top Takeaways: – Customer service can be reactive. – Customer success can be proactive. – Customer service is not a department. – Delivering proactive customer service is profitable.

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TeleDirect

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Top 3 Trends Shaping Customer Service in 2025 Customer service is undergoing a revolutionary transformation as businesses adapt to evolving consumer expectations, technological advancements , and the competitive need for personalization. Q: How can small businesses implement proactive customer engagement?

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Joe Rawlinson

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Customer service goes beyond responding to queries or concerns. This allows representatives to customize their approach according to each buyer’s purchase history and preferences. This quickly increases the chances of upselling and cross-selling, maximizing profitability.

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ShepHyken

JULY 31, 2020

She explains the difference between customer service and customer experience and shares how implementing both into your business creates success. Customer experience and customer service are often used interchangeably and are the buzzwords for businesses in the age of instant gratuity. Customer Service.

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TechSee

JUNE 16, 2022

Eric Esguerra, Vice President, Customer Service & Operations at Miele Canada Ltd. Eric’s favorite motto is “The Customer Experience is Paramount and must be the driving force to any organization.” His YouTube channel is a fantastic source of inspiration about customer experience and customer centricity in a digital world.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 7, 2021

The smarter customer can save the salesperson time and effort. That gives a smart salesperson the opportunity to confirm the customer is making a good decision, ethically upsell or cross-sell, and most importantly, build the relationship for the next time the customer needs whatever the company sells. Avoid uncertainty.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

This week we feature an article from Gladly, a customer service platform. But how can you stay efficient and drive revenue while still delivering radically personal customer service? Ticket-based approaches to customer service are a thing of the past. Gladly is a radically personal customer service platform.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. Omoto) Quite a few organizations, even today, consider customer experience as a tertiary function. Stats and facts prove that a personalized experience allows you to upsell, cross-sell and create customer loyalty.

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Playvox

MAY 26, 2021

Are your customer service representatives (CSRs) cross-selling and upselling relevant products and services to your customers? If they aren’t, you’re missing out on a great opportunity to offer a better customer experience and generate extra revenue. Emphasize Educating, Not Selling. What do they value?

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ProProfs Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2020

For many years, marketing and customer service have been running in parallel lines, helping businesses acquire and retain customers. But lately, both customer service and marketing are working in unison, helping brands capture attention, generate more business and guide customers simultaneously. No, really.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 1, 2022

He shares how to get your customer service, sales, and marketing teams in sync. One of the most overlooked struggles for any business’s customer experience is getting every team on the same page. . But we found a simple solution that made everything work together and actually improved customer satisfaction. .

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ShepHyken

MARCH 7, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How to Build Customer Loyalty by Sharing the Inflation Burden by Joel Comm. My friend, Joel Comm, shared three interesting ways to cut costs that make sense because none impact the service customers are used to experiencing.

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TeleDirect

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Mastering Active Listening: The Key to Exceptional Customer Service in Call Centers Mastering Active Listening is a fundamental skill that sets apart the top call centers in the US from the competition. Higher efficiency in customer service. A call center that practices active listening can: Enhance customer loyalty.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

They discuss strategies for leveraging video into your customer service experience. Top Takeaways: The goal of customer service should be to answer questions, eliminate confusion and become your customer’s trusted advisor. Customer service training is your most valuable asset.

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Fonolo

APRIL 6, 2021

Don’t let your business fall short when it comes to delighting customers with great customer service. Every time a customer interacts with one of your sales associates or call center agents, the outcome will impact how shoppers perceive your retail brand. Upsell products that match a customer’s need.

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TechSee

MARCH 1, 2021

” These lines – uttered with every Mickey D order – are probably the most famous upsell and cross-sell out there. But the days of relying on sales staff to entice customers to re-open their wallets are coming to an end. 5 innovative technologies and digital tools to help Customer Service become better sellers.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 9, 2022

He shares how you can align your customer’s journey with their brand expectations. The customer journey is essential to any company’s success. And in today’s digital age, customer service is now more important than ever before. Reduced customer churn . Increased customer satisfaction .

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ShepHyken

MARCH 5, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer service and the customer experience are at the forefront of conversations about success and excellence in business. 10 Tactics to Boost Your Customer Lifetime Value by Tom Wicky (Inc. Who doesn’t?

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TeleDirect

MARCH 1, 2021

Everything your call center does – field calls , make appointments , outbound communication , you name it – is directly tied to one overreaching metric: customer service. In fact, a contact center is the perfect vehicle for an effective customer feedback loop. Why is customer service such an important aspect?

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TeleDirect

JANUARY 28, 2021

For some companies, planning for 2021 has some contemporary considerations – a suddenly dominant work from home environment – along with some things that never really fade away, including strong customer service goals. Fill out our customer contact form , or call our BPO experts at (800) 776-1081. 2021 promises more of the same.

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TechSee

MARCH 30, 2021

New thinking is pointing to another area of focus for boosting sales: Customer Service. Contact center agents and field service technicians are probably the best placed salespeople within the organization. And research shows that upselling increases revenue by 10-30% on average. What is Visual Assistance? Access it here.

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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 A major recent customer service trend is the demand for omnichannel service.

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TechSee

APRIL 13, 2021

Is customer service a cost center or a profit center? The traditional outlook on customer service. A cost center is a function or department – like customer service – that costs your business money to operate but doesn’t actively generate revenue.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Top Takeaways: Outsourcing customer service and support functions can be an effective strategy for businesses, especially startups, to offload non-core tasks and focus on their core competencies. What are some common challenges companies face when scaling their customer service organization?

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TechSee

JUNE 1, 2021

What is Gig Customer Service? This gig-based economic format has spread to the customer service function – known as GigCX – where freelance customer support agents are sourced to perform on a per-task basis. Gig customer service: Can it really work? Solution: Boost product registration.

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Contact Center Pipeline

AUGUST 5, 2020

a Canadian training company that helps contact centers improve their sales and customer experience results. Area of Expertise: Training contact center agents to deliver great customer service and upsell effectively for improved customer retention and higher revenue. What is your […].

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Outsource Consultants

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Ecommerce is booming, but 96% of customers say customer service impacts brand loyalty. At Outsource Consultants, we’ve seen ecommerce call center services significantly boost revenue and customer satisfaction. Customer service is more important than ever for brand loyalty.

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Advantage Communications

AUGUST 4, 2021

Customer service is an essential part of your business. High-quality customer care leads to improved customer loyalty, upsell and cross-sell opportunities, enhanced brand reputation, happier customers, word-of-mouth marketing and improved business growth.

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24-7 InTouch

JUNE 20, 2024

In an industry where maintaining a competitive edge is crucial, consumer goods retailers face constant pressure to improve customer satisfaction and drive sales. Upselling can boost revenue and enhance the shopping experience, making it a vital strategy for sustained success.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 8, 2023

A confusing checkout process or lack of personalization can be just as hindering to your customer as long customer service wait times or unresponsive mobile websites. According to Salesforce , your brand’s overall experience is just as important to 88% of your customers as the product you’re selling.

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Toister Performance Solutions

JULY 23, 2020

The secret is understanding your most important internal customers, and learning how to become indispensable to them. What is internal customer service? A customer is anyone you serve, so internal customer service is serving internal customers. Build rapport and establish a positive relationship.

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VirtualPBX

JANUARY 19, 2023

Your VoIP customer service team is on the front line of your business, which means you should do everything they can to make their work easier. When you give them access to the right tools, they’re able to retain and upsell customers, provide great customer experience, and deliver timely responses.

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