Experience Investigators by 360Connext

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

If a customer tries a new brand that fails to deliver on their needs—especially during the earliest interactions—they have little reason to support it. That’s why the most successful companies prioritize customer retention and loyalty alongside acquisition. Every interaction at every stage of the customer’s journey can affect loyalty.

Customer Retention 271

Customer Retention Loyalty Loyalty Programs Social Media 271

BlueOcean

JULY 9, 2024

Brand loyalty is a reflection of a customer’s commitment to a relationship with a given retailer or service provider. The way we interact with people and brands has changed—and consumer spending priorities have evolved just as fast. Big brands—ones with significant human and financial resources—remain ahead of the game.

Loyalty 177

Loyalty Brands 2027 Average Handle Time 177

InMoment XI

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In fact, 64% of loyal customers are more likely to purchase frequently, and 31% are willing to spend more to stay with their brand of choice. Since customers have so many businesses competing for their attention, investing in customer loyalty can give you a major competitive edge. What Is Customer Loyalty?

Loyalty 195

Loyalty Net Promoter Score Social Media Loyalty Programs 195

InMoment XI

DECEMBER 1, 2021

And the goal of that process is to drive a deeper sense of loyalty. There is clearly some overlap between both programs, so how can brands utilize one to inform the other? If a customer isn’t satisfied with the proposed exchange your loyalty program offers, they won’t buy in. would if a discount is involved.

Information 195

Information Loyalty Insights Marketing 195

CloudCherry

JULY 25, 2018

For their purposes, an Iconic firm is one that maintains “the highest levels of customer experience and have world-leading brand recognition” and also possess other key distinctions from their counterparts, such as: Being omnichannel leaders. The report focuses on “Iconic firms” and contrasts them to those that are not iconic.

Technology 170

Technology Brands Customer Experience Omnichannel 170

GetFeedback

MAY 5, 2019

You want to treat yourself by buying the latest model of a super popular brand. And allowing your business to not address customers’ after-sale needs, you’re ruining the future of your brand. To make sure your first-time buyers will remain loyal to your brand, you should think beyond just selling a product.

Sales 277

Sales Loyalty Programs Social Media Loyalty 277

GetFeedback

DECEMBER 21, 2018

Great customer experience is a major competitive advantage that drives new sales—and it’s predicted to overtake price and product as the primary brand differentiator for B2B sales by 2020. 32% of all customers would stop doing business with a brand they loved after one bad experience. ( American Express ). Temkin Group ).

Customer Retention 390

Customer Retention Net Promoter Score Poor Customer Service B2B 390

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

MAY 4, 2015

Why is this such bad news for your brand? The physical store and its online extension are the bread and butter of most customer experience programs. You’ve built a brand and a reputation around your in-store experience. And I think this is typical of how most view the customer experience. And it doesn’t stop here.

Customer Experience 280

Customer Experience Customer Journey Mapping Retail Hospitality 280

ShepHyken

MAY 26, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Zsuzsa Kecsmar, CMO and Head of Partnerships of Antavo , a software company that manages brand loyalty and retention programs. She writes about next-generation loyalty programs and how they can enhance customer experience.

Loyalty Programs 62

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Customer Experience Customer Centricity 62

CSM Magazine

JULY 5, 2024

Customer loyalty programs are more than just a way to reward repeat customers—they’re a strategic investment in building long-term relationships and driving consistent revenue. But how do you measure the success of such programs?

Loyalty Programs 52

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Measurement Brands 52

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

JANUARY 12, 2015

We are most likely loyal to some brand or another. They earn your loyalty because of how they make you feel. Now consider the last time you talked up a brand without any reward except sharing the good news. All loyalty and authentic word-of-mouth marketing results are based on emotion. Some swear by Nike.

Loyalty 291

Loyalty Hotels Hospitality Loyalty Programs 291

Currency Alliance

AUGUST 15, 2024

This is precisely what loyalty programs were originally designed for, as marketing platforms purpose-built for measuring and incentivizing customer engagement, including when the customer is not shopping with your brand.

Loyalty Programs 52

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Marketing Airlines 52

Vanilla Forums

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Loyalty is something that you expect from your significant other, your employees, your partners, and definitely, your customers. The foundation of brand loyalty depends on it. The concept of “one good customer will bring you ten more customers” is still very much relevant today.

Loyalty Programs 94

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Definition Customers 94

BlueOcean

MAY 13, 2021

Brand loyalty is a reflection of a customer’s commitment to a relationship with a given retailer or service provider. We quickly got used to holding everything and everyone at arm’s length – and for many customers, that included the brands they had once been loyal to. Convenience: First Among Equals.

Loyalty 156

Loyalty Brands Average Handle Time 2020 156

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Define and consider the specific points of interaction between each customer persona and your brand. Their goals with your brand. Tap into what’s most necessary for leaders in your organization to understand how the customer is really feeling and interacting with your brand. Use a common template to create all your personas.

Customer Journey Mapping 375

Customer Journey Mapping Culture Customer Journey B2B 375

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

AUGUST 23, 2018

Customer journey maps should highlight where empathy is critical to the emotional path your customers take with your brand. But, customers interact in big ways and small with your brand. “Our customers LOVE our loyalty program.” Many maps highlight the big ways of delight and disappointment.

Touchpoint 151

Touchpoint Loyalty Programs Customer Journey Mapping Contact Center 151

CX University

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

Marketing teams use it to get to know their customers, to personalise their brand reach and encourage brand loyalty. Ask five different people what customer experience means to their brand and you would probably get twice as many correct, but different answers. This list goes on. The truth must be told.

Net Promoter Score 98

Net Promoter Score Brands Loyalty Programs Loyalty 98

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 9, 2022

This week, we feature an article by Nick Bandy, Chief Marketing Officer at LiveVox , an omnichannel platform that helps brands seamlessly communicate with their customers. He shares how you can align your customer’s journey with their brand expectations. What are brand expectations? .

Customer Journey 128

Customer Journey Brands Contact Center Sales 128

InMoment XI

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Customer retention is important because the longer a customer stays with your brand, the higher their average purchase is. Implement Loyalty Programs Implementing a loyalty program can be one of the most effective customer retention strategies that your organization invests in.

Customer Retention 195

Customer Retention 2024 Guest Experience Loyalty Programs 195

SurveyGizmo

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

COVID killed brand loyalty. Brand loyalty took a nosedive during the pandemic with 75% of consumers trying a new shopping behavior since COVID started. This includes trying new brands, new retailers, and new generics. But the great brand realignment isn’t over. How will we bring the mojo back in 2022?

Loyalty 95

Loyalty Brands 2022 Loyalty Programs 95

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 25, 2021

(Braden Kelley) Marketers have an overly optimistic perspective on customer loyalty and their implementations of customer loyalty programs. The reality is that very few customers are loyal and much of what we speak of as customer loyalty is no more than repeat transaction behavior. It awards points, miles, etc.

Article 156

Article 2021 Customer Service 2026 156

InMoment XI

AUGUST 1, 2024

Customer sentiment is the emotions and attitudes expressed by customers towards a brand, product, or service. It includes both positive and negative feelings, like satisfaction, frustration, loyalty, and disappointment. Understanding how customers feel about your brand can help you identify strengths and areas for improvement.

Measurement 195

Measurement Hotels Social Media Hospitality 195

ShepHyken

APRIL 26, 2021

One of the main points is that customer service is becoming the face of a brand. How 5 Brands Adapted Their Loyalty Programs for a Post-Covid World by Stephanie Miles. Street Fight) Here’s how five brands have navigated the changes and adapted their loyalty programs to meet new consumer demands.

2021 146

2021 Article Customer Service Loyalty Programs 146

ProProfs Chat

JULY 30, 2021

Be it a small or a big business, good brand perception is the common business goal. The ultimate verdict on any brand is given by its customers. Brand perception is a crucial indicator of how well your customers are able to connect with your brand: What are their feelings and emotions when they think of you?

Brands 111

Brands Net Promoter Score Social Media E Commerce 111

Customer Bliss

JUNE 6, 2018

Within his role, Eric now owns the VoC programs, CX and brand activation team, and the Gold Plus Rewards loyalty program. In the first 6 months of his role, Eric focused on the following: Fixing the measurement program in order to capture the VoC in the right way with the right level of understanding.

Employee Experience 221

Employee Experience Culture Loyalty Travel 221

InMoment XI

DECEMBER 10, 2024

It improves your brand image : Happy customers are more likely to recommend your business, helping support brand reputation management efforts. With InMoments social listening tool , you can track brand and product mentions to see what customers have to say. Another benefit of educating your customers is brand credibility.

2024 195

2024 ROI Net Promoter Score Multi-Channel 195

ShepHyken

JANUARY 25, 2021

It’s prime time for retailers to grow an Amazon-level loyalty program by Tom Caporaso. My Comment: Here’s a great article about customer loyalty. Some loyalty programs are actually marketing programs. Some loyalty programs create emotional connections.

2021 164

2021 Article Customer Service Guest Experience 164

InMoment XI

JANUARY 17, 2024

Guest experience refers to the overall impression and satisfaction that a guest has during their interactions with a hospitality brand or establishment, such as hotels, restaurants, resorts, and attractions. A memorable and positive guest experience drives customer satisfaction and fosters customer loyalty. What is Guest Experience?

Guest Experience 195

Guest Experience Hospitality Hotels Travel 195

GetFeedback

JANUARY 28, 2020

Don’t fret because, in this article, you will be able to understand how brands are using social media to connect and retain customers. Implementing proper customer retention strategies can help you build solid relationships with customers who can also become your brand ambassadors. So let’s get started. What is customer retention?

Social Media 322

Social Media Customer Retention Customers Article 322

Retently

JANUARY 25, 2023

It’s still challenging to prove the value of that investment as opposed to customer acquisition; however, the game is clearly changing, prompting ecommerce brands to cherish their most valuable asset – customer loyalty. Impact of iOS 14 on Ecommerce How can brands counter the changes?

Loyalty Programs 31

Loyalty Programs Advertising Loyalty Social Media 31

ShepHyken

JUNE 7, 2021

The Untapped Potential of B2B Customer Loyalty Programs by John Rolston and Jon Glick. strategy+business) In a recent PwC customer survey, almost 60% of B2B customers reported they had never had an experience with a brand that made them feel special. My Comment: A loyalty program for B2B? Absolutely!

Article 144

Article 2021 Customer Service Loyalty Programs 144

ProProfs Chat

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Efforts to retain customers, help you formulate effective loyalty programs that your customers enjoy being a part of. Let’s take a look at customer loyalty statistics and observe the various ways that help a business improve and boost customer loyalty. Benefits of Improving Customer Loyalty.

Loyalty 109

Loyalty 2020 Loyalty Programs Social Media 109

Customer Bliss

OCTOBER 11, 2016

Mark’s been with Hilton since 2010 — prior to that he was with MarketBridge and PwC — and one of the most interesting aspects of this episode is walking through his career path and ascension within the Hilton brand all the way up to his global position today. Power-winning guest loyalty program. Opportunities.

Chief Customer Officer 0

Chief Customer Officer Hospitality Travel Hotels 0

GetFeedback

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

Start a customer loyalty program. You can start a credit card rewards program that is very successful with many customers, but it’s important to be transparent about the implications of the card and how much spending they have to put on it in the first month.

Loyalty 170

Loyalty Loyalty Programs Rewards Programs Social Media 170

Alida

APRIL 19, 2017

A renowned luxury fashion brand announces deep job cuts. For many high-end companies, for instance, discounting prices will hurt both their revenue and their brand equity. Athleisure companies like Nike, Adidas and Lululemon have recently opened concept stores that provide a more engaging brand experience for customers.

Retail 173

Retail E Commerce Sports Fashion 173

Merkle

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Loyalty programs are no exception. And because of this, relying on pre-pandemic loyalty strategies won’t be enough to meet customers’ rational and emotional needs. Marketers are facing a consumer landscape that is significantly different than the one just two years ago.

Loyalty 93

Loyalty Loyalty Programs Brands Consumers 93

InMoment XI

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Customers are increasingly likely to switch brands if they don’t feel satisfied. Loyal customers are likely to spend more and advocate for your brand. As a result, businesses must double down on efforts to understand their customers’ goals and pain points to drive loyalty. What Is Voice of Customer Analysis?

Voice of Customer 195

Voice of Customer Loyalty Net Promoter Score 2025 195