ShepHyken

OCTOBER 31, 2023

But if the company leaders know how much they can give away without losing money and incorporate it into a competitive price, they may have a value proposition that gets and keeps customers. Southwest Airlines is the perfect example of this. It markets the heck out of Two Bags Fly Free®. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 20, 2024

According to a Deloitte survey, brands that have achieved customer centricity are 60% more profitable than those that haven’t. The author uses three rockstar brands, Amazon, Southwest Airlines, and L’Oréal, to help us understand customer-centricity. Connect with Shep on LinkedIn.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 11, 2017

The other night I was on a Southwest Airlines flight, traveling home from a speaking engagement. Philosophy created by Southwest Airlines in which Customers are treated honestly and fairly, and low fares actually stay low – no unexpected bag fees, change fees, or hidden fees. Yes to low fares with nothing to hide.

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ShepHyken

MAY 4, 2022

I was on a flight to a city I can’t remember, but what I do remember was the wonderful flight attendant, Bailee from American Airlines, who enthusiastically greeted me with a smile and said, “I like that hat!” She was the perfect frontliner for American Airlines – or for that matter, any type of business. .

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ShepHyken

MARCH 6, 2019

I called the airlines and they suggested changing my connecting flight to a later one, which I was happy to do. The customer service agent was happy to accommodate my request. I called the airline back and, once again, they were happy to accommodate my request. She rebooked me on the later flight. Sure enough, there was.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Airline Customer Service Improved In 2020. Forbes) Airline customer service improved in 2020, rising to its highest level since 1994. My Comment: Did satisfaction ratings in the airline industry really go up? Here’s Why. by Christopher Elliott. Yes, but the reason why is interesting.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Whether the customer drives a $25,000 Ford or a $250,000 Ferrari, if they are treated poorly, they aren’t coming back. Regardless of what store you go to, what hotel you stay at, what airline you fly, and what car dealership you do business with, it’s not about the grandeur or the glamour. It’s about how businesses make us feel.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

Delta Just Gave A Simple, Stunning Explanation For Why It’s Successful (And Why American Airlines Isn’t) by Chris Matyszczyk. My Comment: Full disclosure: I do most of my flying on American Airlines. Why Spirit Airlines’ and Ryan Air’s Customer Experience is Better than Yours by Jim Tincher.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 19, 2017

Last week was a bad week for the airlines. The United Airlines customer service debacle hurt all airlines, not just the United brand. Airline personnel get angry. And, that goes for all other airline personnel. This great story starts with some bad news that was out of the airline’s control.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 10, 2016

However, US airlines aren’t exactly known for their warm and fuzzy customer service. Flyers can feel abandoned, as if the airline doesn’t even care. Airlines are known for customer service horror stories, although many of the issues are due to weather, air traffic control and even an occasional mechanical problem.

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Service Untitled

FEBRUARY 3, 2011

When Delta merged with Northwest Airlines, it seemed just to make a wider venue for the endless lack of customer service and concern. Customer service training will center around the universal principals, however it won’t be about offering waivers or bending the rules. Airlines snow storm or snow job?

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 3, 2022

No employee should be treated poorly by customers. . The office is usually next to the baggage carousel, and the airline employees who work there interact with one passenger after another, all with the same complaint: My luggage is lost! . Have a recording that directs the customers with lost luggage to call the airline they used.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 17, 2022

Carlzon was president of Scandinavian Airlines, and he used this concept to turn a sub-par airline into one of the most admired airlines in the industry. He had plenty of examples of how various interactions passengers had with the airline’s employees created an experience that made them want to return and do business again.

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ViiBE Blog

APRIL 7, 2021

What is a customer service training video? Some people are a natural fit for customer service. Still, not everyone has the knack for anticipating customer needs and maintaining a professional composure even in stressful scenarios. What these videos all have in common.

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ViiBE Blog

APRIL 7, 2021

What is a customer service training video? Some people are a natural fit for customer service. Still, not everyone has the knack for anticipating customer needs and maintaining a professional composure even in stressful scenarios. What these videos all have in common.

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Eptica

JULY 29, 2020

You might also be interested in these posts: Why now is a great time to optimise your customer service - Part 2: Analyse your business. Share this page on: Tweet.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 26, 2018

Southwest Airlines Had a Brilliant Reaction When a Passenger’s Wi-Fi Wouldn’t Work by Bill Murphy Jr. My Comment: Let’s start this week’s Top Five with a great story featuring Southwest Airlines. How Chewy Built a $3 Billion Business Based on Customer Experience by Mike DuPuy.

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ShepHyken

JULY 30, 2018

The members of the Forbes Technology Council have shared 12 ways to do so, starting with one of my favorites, which is to ensure the customer only has to tell their story once. Why is customer service training so important? Training Journal) Your staff are usually the first people customers will interact with.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

Can awful airline customer service be overridden with AI and analytics? tnooz) After the debacles that occurred within domestic air travel in 2017, it’s clear airlines need to look carefully at their customer service tactics. Managing the Fragile Customer Experience by Laurent Bride.

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ShepHyken

MAY 29, 2017

My Comment: What United Airlines scandal! The day or two after the scandal where a United Airlines passenger was physically and brutally removed from the plane, the stock plummeted and United lost almost a billion dollars in value. For information on The Customer Focus™ customer service training programs go to www.thecustomerfocus.com.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 6, 2018

I notice the same type of behavior happens with airlines and hotels. It’s easy to spot the frequent traveler by the way they are treated by airline and hotel employees. So, it appears that frequency might warrant a better customer experience. The same might go for how much a customer spends. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 10, 2024

It would take two flights on two airlines to get to where I was going, so I expected two boarding passes. Because it’s a different airline, it takes an extra couple of steps, and she didn’t want to do it.” Yes, the second agent took great care of me. I booked an international trip for a speaking engagement. What was it?

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ShepHyken

APRIL 17, 2019

He knew it was difficult for his customers to learn a new software program, so the bare minimum effort was all he needed to keep his customers. He didn’t like the way big airlines treated customers. He said they were taking the mickey out on the customer. That’s why Richard Branson started Virgin Air.

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Win the Customer

NOVEMBER 14, 2016

So, which companies do social customer service right? No list of companies that get customer service on social media is complete without mentioning the American airline JetBlue. Using proactive monitoring, their social media team is constantly on the lookout for customers who need help or just mention the brand.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 16, 2016

I have high status on several airlines and one of the perks the airlines offer to their frequent fliers with “status” is to fly standby for earlier flights at no charge. I explained that this was one of the perks of flying a lot on the airline. I had never heard that excuse before. So, I challenged him, ever so nicely.

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ShepHyken

MAY 22, 2017

Companies must learn to strike a balance between technology and human-to-human if they want to maintain an emotional connection with their customers. 2017 Customer Experience Lessons from the Airline Industry…So Far by Sarah Frazier. So, it’s time for a more positive spin on all of this. For information contact or www.hyken.com.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

This idea came to me as I read an article about United Airlines changing the way passengers board the plane. Most airlines put passengers in groups and call them in order. But, in the airline business, two minutes is a big deal. Well, whatever “it” is may work just fine, but that doesn’t mean it couldn’t be better.

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ShepHyken

MAY 31, 2017

I wrote about this in my book The Cult of the Customer (Wiley 2008), and the example I used was that of an airline employee. He stood out, compared to many of his co-workers, as a person willing to do anything within his power to take care of his customers. It happened to be Mother’s Day on his flight from Columbus to Chicago.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 17, 2017

United Airlines and the Dollars and Cents of Customer Experience by Augie Ray. The answer is no and yes and, this is a customer experience lesson for business leaders. The answer is no and yes and, this is a customer experience lesson for business leaders. Social media gives customers a loud voice and a huge platform.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Restaurants, retail stores, salons and a wide range of businesses leverage loyalty programs to keep customers coming back and transform occasional customers into frequent shoppers. Switchfly outlines how these programs have evolved from punch cards, trading stamps and airline miles into dynamic, tech-driven solutions.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

(Conversocial) The stats are loud and clear, and we’ve heard them over and over again: the cost for bad customer service is high. “78% 78% of consumers have bailed on a transaction or not made an intended purchase because of a poor service experience”, according to American Express. For information contact or www.hyken.com.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Here’s Why Airlines DON’T Care About Customer Service by Kindra Cooper. CCW Digital) Airlines seem to be above reproach when it comes to poor customer service, and the average air traveler knows it. My Comment: This article is a bit controversial, in my opinion. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 5, 2017

Airlines in search of customer loyalty need to do more than improve service b y Nick Francis. The Hill) In the wake of recent incidents and subsequent PR nightmares — not to mention congressional tongue-lashings — airlines are attempting to make up for their customer service shortcomings.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 10, 2016

It’s hard to shake off a reputation for bad service that has been going on for years – although they do seem to be getting better. Other industries, such as the airlines and cell phone service providers are doing their best to improve. First, you have to know that customer’s expectations are higher than ever.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Here are a few ideas on how to retain those happy customers. Customer Experience by Tom Fishburne. Marketoonist) Singapore Airlines has long been a pioneer in customer experience, not just in airlines, but the hospitality industry in general. They tell others. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 4, 2024

By adopting an efficient disruption management framework, airlines can significantly minimise the negative impact on passengers despite the challenges. This proactive approach not only safeguards the airline’s reputation, but also strengthens the overall resilience of the aviation sector. Millions of travelers were delayed or stranded.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 17, 2018

My Comment: Do you have the kind of relationship with your customers where they will give you the benefit of the doubt? How Customer Support Can Adapt to Keep Up with Customer Expectation by Steven Schuler. Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, professional speaker and New York Times bestselling business author.

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