Contact Center Pipeline
OCTOBER 27, 2020
The first half of 2020 will forever be defined by the global response to the novel coronavirus COVID-19. Individuals, businesses and governments worked together to mitigate an unprecedented public health crisis, ensuring human health and safety amid tremendous economic uncertainty. As more businesses embraced social distancing, it led to a digital migration on a massive […].
Fonolo
OCTOBER 27, 2020
As part of our State of the Contact Center in 2020 Industry Report , we asked industry leaders and influencers what surprised them the most about the pandemic. We were surprised at the similarities between each of their responses. The pandemic has forced a rapid change in an industry that has been long dragging its feet. Here’s how COVID-19 impacted contact centers — and the CX industry as a whole — as told by the experts: Read the Full Report, FREE: Download The State of the Contact Center in 2
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ProProfs Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2020
Are you happy with our product? How likely will you recommend our product to your family or friend? Where can we improve? These customer survey questions are a great way to check your customer’s happiness with your products and services. . Good customer survey questions capture the real emotions of the customers that reflect the perception of the brand.
Beyond Philosophy
OCTOBER 29, 2020
You can have a great philosophy, deliberate strategy, and cunning tactics to inspire customer-driven growth, but if you don’t change your culture, they won’t work. Changing the culture within your organization is vital if you want to deliver a Customer Experience that fosters customer loyalty and retention. Culture change is not easy. I was running a workshop with a utility client many years ago about the concept of Customer Experience.
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AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
ShepHyken
OCTOBER 28, 2020
The word love is not used that often in the corporate or business world. It may have been Tim Sanders in his revolutionary book, Love Is the Killer App , who helped bring the word love to the forefront for leaders trying to build a stronger culture and create a better experience for their customers. People were scared to use the L-word in business. Some still are.
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Contact Center Pipeline
OCTOBER 30, 2020
As we entered Q4 of a uniquely challenging year, our most-read posts in October reflected that contact center management are well into their annual planning and are looking ahead to 2021 and longer-term people and technology investments. Amid strategic-level decision-making, however, contact center leader took the time to appreciate and recognize frontline customer service staff […].
Beyond Philosophy
OCTOBER 24, 2020
5 New Rules Guaranteed to Build Trust. A lot of Behavioral Economics can feel intimidating. However, it doesn’t have to be. The Five Rules Podcast Series is our attempt at giving you an easy entry point into the complex and messy world of Behavioral Science. A great idea is a beautiful place to start when it comes to improving your Customer Experience to benefit your bottom line.
ShepHyken
OCTOBER 27, 2020
Automate the Process, Never the Relationship. The Secret to Building Amazing Company Culture. Shep Hyken interviews Matthew Barnett , the CEO and “Papa Bear” of Bonjoro. They discuss strategies for delighting your customers by delivering amazing service. Top Takeaways: Prioritize your company culture above anything else. When customers purchase from you, they’re really buying into your culture.
CCNG
OCTOBER 28, 2020
More and more customer communication is depending on digital channels. In a recent CCNG webinar Heather Pena Director, Webchat & Operations at NRG Energy shares how communication with their customers is changing and evolving. NRG has a group of power and power service companies serving over 3.7 million recurring customers across the country. Listen as Heather shares insights to their multi brand support and communication styles.
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What does customer service excellence look like in 2024? According to our report with insights from CX expert Shep Hyken, customer expectations are at an all-time high, and there’s a bigger shift toward self-service and leveraging AI capabilities.
Bill Quiseng
OCTOBER 26, 2020
Facemasks, door signs, floor decals, partitions, and hand sanitizers won’t keep your customers. Such safety protocols in response to the pandemic are expected from your customers. While failing to implement them will cost you customers, maintaining those standards will not guarantee that you keep them. Your competitors are doing the exact same thing which means what you are doing is average, heightened like everyone else, but still average.
CX Accelerator
OCTOBER 28, 2020
Collected and written by your CX DJ, Jeremy Watkin. ,, In the #CXQOTD for Friday, October 16 we challenged our community to come up with a CX playlist. The question was, “What song sums up your aspirations as a CX leader?”. Let’s look at what the CX Accelerator community came up with. And a quick apology for being a bit heavy on the Coldplay. But what can I say?
ShepHyken
OCTOBER 30, 2020
This week we feature an article from Esther Lowde, a Marketing Executive at telbee. She writes about how businesses can utilize modern voice technology to create a better experience overall for their customers. What is the best way to improve relationships with your customers? The answer is simple but often overlooked: Focus on delivering five-star customer service.
TechSee
OCTOBER 28, 2020
Using a Capability Maturity Model for remote support can provide valuable information both about what may be missing in your current level of adoption, but also introduce the concepts necessary to take it to the next level. You can access a detailed, comprehensive maturity model for remote support , or read on for some examples. In the current environment where safety is paramount, social distancing is the norm, and every expense is scrutinized, remote support has moved from a nice-to-have tool
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Start building the AI workforce of the future with our comprehensive guide to creating an AI-first contact center. Learn how Conversational and Generative AI can transform traditional operations into scalable, efficient, and customer-centric experiences. What is AI-First? Transition from outdated, human-first strategies to an AI-driven approach that enhances customer engagement and operational efficiency.
CX Global Media
OCTOBER 30, 2020
Performance management helps contact center supervisors assist their team to perform better. Here is what contact center supervisors view performance management. The post What Contact Center Supervisors Think of Performance Management appeared first on CX Global Media.
Myra Golden Media
OCTOBER 26, 2020
Feel more confident. Get less backlash. Nudge customers to accept your word as final. Give customers bad news using five easy steps based on the way doctors give bad news to patients and their families. Worksheet to practice giving bad news. Acknowledge Customer Concern video: Give Bad News Like a Doctor video: Was This Helpful? I’m asking you because my newsletter offers ideas like this all the time.
ShepHyken
OCTOBER 26, 2020
Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Here are my top five picks from last week. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. Predictions 2021: B2B Marketers Build Digital Pathways To Distanced Businesses by Lori Wizdo. (Forrester) As B2B marketing leaders wrap up 2020 with a keen eye on customer satisfaction and revenue acceleration, they must start looking forward to make sure they are pla
ProProfs Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2020
Here is a quick COVID-19 Poll! How has the pandemic affected your work life? I can strike the right balance between my personal and professional life. I can save on travel and other expenses. My work schedule is all messed up. I feel disconnected from my team. If your answer is (1) and (2), you have clearly adapted to the new normal- working from home.
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Harness the True Power of your Contact Center In today’s fast-paced business environment, selecting the right contact center solution is critical for enhancing customer experience, improving operational efficiency, and optimizing costs. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the essential factors to consider when choosing a contact center software that aligns with your business needs.
CX Global Media
OCTOBER 28, 2020
Patrick S. Frazier was working in IT when he got promoted into Operations. Filling in the new seat, Patrick experienced many struggles in leadership, specifically in delegation. He tried to delegate, but the result was a bad employee experience. His boss visited him and spent some time with him to share some wisdom regarding having the courage to let others fail.
Contact Center Pipeline
OCTOBER 28, 2020
FACT: Stress is a huge side-effect of any sudden change. We all react to stress differently. Have you noticed an occasional change in behavior in your team members and agents? Ever wondered how to increase your effectiveness as a leader especially during these unprecedented times? In my previous Pipeline article, The COVID-19 Crisis: Do We […].
Ansafone
OCTOBER 29, 2020
Companies today have been forced to move to more digital means since the beginning of the year due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. This ordeal has taken a tremendous toll on companies, and many have been forced to close their doors forever. Some businesses are doing well with the digital redirection. After re-opening from lockdowns, … How Business Are Adapting To The Surge In Digital Services Read More ».
Nexmo
OCTOBER 27, 2020
Machine Learning models enable us to do all sorts of neat things. For example, real-time speech translation. In this tutorial, we will learn how to translate a call received on a Vonage Number. We’ll then translate the caller’s speech and send all of the translated text to our frontend. Using a.NET Core hosted Blazor WebAssembly App, and SignalR will make this process incredibly seamless.
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ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!
CX Global Media
OCTOBER 28, 2020
Innovation Styles for Contact Center Leaders are essential in order to be an effective leader. These nine innovation styles will help you become a better leader. The post Nine Innovation Styles for Contact Center Leaders appeared first on CX Global Media.
Joe Rawlinson
OCTOBER 26, 2020
Entrepreneurship can be addicting. Once you’ve learned how to become an entrepreneur , chances are you’ll get to work right away. Entrepreneurs are creative, risk-taking, and business-savvy; they possess all the unique qualities that make starting a business possible. They make amazing businesses out of simple minimum viable products and turn concepts into reality.
TELUS International
OCTOBER 27, 2020
Consistent and meaningful onboarding and training opportunities are crucial for employee engagement. Learn how to successfully adapt your programs to today's remote workforce.
Edify
OCTOBER 27, 2020
The mantra ‘happy employees equal happy customers’ has never been more true than right now. That means it’s critical to put extra emphasis and focus on the employee experience now, given what everyone is going through this year. Many workers are still stuck at home in an “office” that was never properly set up, because -- let’s be honest -- they never anticipated they would be working from home long-term.
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Faster response times mean happier customers Are your customers on hold too long? Nearly half of consumers find hold times unacceptable, and a quarter will leave your brand because of it. Our latest report reveals how companies are affected by wait times and the impact on customer satisfaction. Read the report to get insights into the impact of long hold times and areas for opportunities.
Ansafone
OCTOBER 30, 2020
Despite all the impacts that have been causing business problems during the COVID-19 crisis, call centers are still essential for booming businesses amidst the pandemic. Many call centers are being impacted in negative ways as they shift to more digital means. Many companies have even had to bring in additional temporary representatives and pull from … Call Centers Provide Crucial Support During A Crisis Read More ».
JustCall
OCTOBER 29, 2020
It hardly needs a few seconds to read a text message. We all know that 95% of text messages are read within 3 minutes of receipt. We all tend to ignore emails and calls. But SMS is always read and acted upon. As for business and organizations, SMS automation is a flexible channel to multiply customer engagement and hence, customer retention rates. This is why we are here to help you leverage your business' customer service with the all-new features of automated text messages.
kommunicate
OCTOBER 28, 2020
Chatbots, a smart asynchronous means of communication, powered by AI has seen a high acceptance and penetration during the last few months. A number of industries started to believe they can be a great help for their business and can support when they are focussed on fixing a number of other issues.A number of such [.]. The post COVID-19: Driving Growth of Chatbots in The Healthcare Industry appeared first on Kommunicate Blog.
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