ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Many of you who read my articles or watch my videos may not have jobs related to customer service or CX measurement, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t pay attention to what I’m about to share. This is my Loyalty Question , a concept I’ve shared many times over the years. However, you have an important role in the result.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. What Kind of CX Do Customers Really Want? No Jitter) Many customers still prefer email and voice channels for customer service requests over chatbots. (No Loyalty is more than points. by Pam Hughes.

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Bill Quiseng

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Customer loyalty is not by offering discounts, upgrades, or subscriptions to repeat customers. Real customer loyalty is built on service so great that customers return again and again, raving to others along the way. Excellent customer service is one of the best ways to achieve this goal.

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ShepHyken

JULY 5, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Experience Hotel Blog) The Experience Hotel team decided to conduct a survey on the impact of the different types of emails you can send to your customers. They may even make you rethink how you email your customers.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 26, 2023

I want this year to be your best year ever for creating amazing customer service and experiences. But as it applies to the customer experience, I thought it would be fun to share some ideas we need to do more of. Consistency creates confidence, and confidence can lead to customer loyalty. Happy New Year!

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Customer loyalty… This is what companies strive for, to create loyal customers. Some companies have earned a reputation that keeps bringing their customers back, again and again. If it doesn’t, it doesn’t matter how good your customer service is. How do they do it? It’s not about a lifetime.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 25, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Real Leaders) The title of this story is a line we use at my house when a product or service is unusually challenging. Customer service expert Chip Bell sets the stage with a story. Package” by Chip Bell.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 12, 2022

We don’t have the budget to expand our customer support department. . Our annual customer service research shows that of all the ways customers reach out for customer support, social media channels like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and others are at the bottom of the list, but that doesn’t mean they should be ignored. .

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Stella Connect

JANUARY 20, 2022

Looking for ideas for how to create the best customer service training program for your contact center? After all, according to our Customer Service Trends for 2022 report: Nearly all (95%) of customers say customer service impacts their purchasing decisions.

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CloudCherry

AUGUST 22, 2019

As he says, “The company that can add convenience to already good customer service has an opportunity to disrupt their competition- maybe even an industry.” Shep Hyken is a customer service and experience expert and the Chief Amazement Officer of Shepard Presentations. Now, THAT’s the sweet stuff. Listen Now!

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Are You Asking the Right Customer Experience Questions? It’s these meaningful, actionable, high-quality customer perspectives that fuel unforgettable experiences and create brand loyalty. by Janelle Estes.

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Bill Quiseng

APRIL 18, 2021

Social media is bad for customer service. Whether ranting or raving, customers are telling stories online about businesses whether those businesses are listening or not. But I am not against monitoring social media or using it as a responsive customer service channel. QUI CUSTOMER SERVICE LEADERSHIP STRATEGY.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 27, 2018

I have a similar take on the customer service and customer service world. The three keys to customer experience success are consistency, consistency and consistency. The quality of the product or service must be consistent. Whatever the company sells must meet the expectations of the customer, every time.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 7, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Interviews for CX: How to Conduct Interviews & How They Can Make a Difference by Jeannie Walters. Experience Investigators) Customer interviews can highlight issues in emotional ways. Absolutely!

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ShepHyken

JUNE 28, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. America’s Best Customer Service Companies by Newsweek. My Comment: We start off this week with Newsweek’s list of America’s BEST customer service companies. and loyalty. by Carl Smith.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 9, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Eight Ways Companies Can Turn A Negative Customer Experience Into A Positive One by Young Entrepreneur Council. How do you handle a bad customer service experience ? Here are my top five picks from last week.

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ShepHyken

MAY 31, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 5 Ways to Drive Brand Loyalty and Customer Lifetime Value by Ian Simons. (Ad Take a close look at number four, which is about optimizing for lifetime value, not just the cost of acquisition for a new customer. (I

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 4, 2023

And in the world of customer service and CX, there is much to be excited about. Last month I released my annual Top Ten Customer Experience Predictions in my weekly Forbes column. Just as we want our customers to come back, we want our employees to stay.  . Keep those phones open for your customers!

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 13, 2021

In this article, we can say that three secrets to creating and sustaining customer loyalty are communication, communication, communication. The way you communicate, what you communicate, and how often you communicate can create the experience that gives a customer the confidence to continue doing business with you. .

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Improve Your Customer Outcomes With 5 Customer Service Best Practices from Leading Consumer Shipping Brand FedEx by Veronica Krieg. Why Saying ‘No’ Helps Build Great Customer Experiences by Zach Lipson.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Then, change it sooner rather than later. Here are a few of my favorite slogans: Zappos: “Delivering Happiness” – Zappos is an online shoe company known for its award-winning, legendary customer service. Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, award-winning keynote speaker, and New York Times bestselling author.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 4, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Experience Tips and Advice from the Pros During Disruption by Srijana Angdembey. Shep Hyken is a customer service expert, professional speaker and New York Times bestselling business author.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 22, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Forget Customer Experience. CMSWire) ECM and content services, while related, are not the same. The Benefits of Empowering Your Customer Service Team by Marisa Sanfilippo. Forget Employee Experience.

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Bill Quiseng

MAY 24, 2023

It’s the same for customer service. You already know what customer service is, but to make it flourish, you and your team need to be reminded periodically. So, I offered people a continuous education in customer CARE. If you missed it, just follow it here: Don’t offer customer service training.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 23, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Frictionless Shopping Provides Enhanced Customer Experience, Retail Efficiencies by NVIDIA. Customers expect an easy and convenient experience with anyone they do business with. It’s about customer service training.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Five Customer-Service Lessons From the Late Tony Hsieh by Ann-Marie Alcántara. Wall Street Journal) The former chief executive of Zappos, the online shoe retailer, had a unique approach toward customers.

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CSM Magazine

MAY 14, 2024

Customer service often becomes the battleground where loyalty is won, and brands are differentiated. The saying “the customer is always right” has evolved into recognizing customer service as a crucial aspect of every business.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 18, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 21 Tips for 2021 Customer Experience Excellence by Lynn Hunsaker. ClearAction) Here are 21 tips for achieving 2021 customer experience excellence in these areas and beyond. by Tracey Ruff.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. When Customer Care Isn’t Enough, Call the Customer Delight Brigade by Katie Deighton. A Customer Discovered Their $350 Lego Set was Missing Pieces. Here are my top five picks from last week. You’ll smile.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Quality customer service will not only impress new customers but will also be a key motivator in their decision to stick around for the long term. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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Win the Customer

NOVEMBER 14, 2016

Thanks to increasing connectivity, your customers can now voice their frustrations to everyone on social media. Research has shown that in the period between 2009 and 2014, the number of Twitter users using the platform for customer service doubled to 22%. So, which companies do social customer service right?

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ShepHyken

MAY 6, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 4 Reasons Customer Service Ratings Matter More Thank You Think by Team Support. Team Support) Feedback matters in the customer-centric era of business we work in. How do you retain customers’ trust?

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ShepHyken

JULY 22, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 8 Tips for Improving Social Media Customer Service by Fara Haron. My Comment: Companies are using social media customer care/service to increase loyalty and gain market share.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 22, 2024

In the customer service world, we’re contacted by customers who have questions and problems. is an opportunity for a positive customer service conversation right from the start. Here are three ideas: Yes and No – If you’ve been in sales, you may have been taught that the goal is to get the customer to say yes.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 4, 2020

Satisfied customers are not loyal customers.” Loyalty is an emotion. Connect with your customers on an emotional level to move them beyond being “just satisfied.”. “It It is the total customer experience—not just customer service—that creates loyalty.” Satisfactory is a rating.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 15, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How to Deliver Memorable Customer Experiences in a Post-Pandemic World | We Are Forever Changed by Joseph Michelli. So, how do you calculate your customer retention rate? Most aren’t succeeding.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 14, 2023

I’ve covered different gap concepts in the past, and it’s time to add yet another to the list, and that is the Loyalty Gap. By the way, this is a perfect time to mention International Customer Loyalty Month, which happens every year in April. It is a time to focus some extra care and attention on your loyal customers.

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