Customer Service Life

OCTOBER 13, 2020

The other day I was reviewing emails sent to our customers to make sure they were doing all of the following behaviors (Coincidentally, these are the behaviors on our quality form): Making a human connection. Reviewing the customer’s history and notes. Empowering the customer. Properly authenticating the account.

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The Customer Service Blog

JANUARY 17, 2024

The Customer Service Blog has featured several articles about Britannia Hotels and their terrible reputation with the British public. Readers of this blog will already know that Britannia are often ranked as the worst chain in the UK by the public. What do the Public Say? What about other hotel chains?

Customer Satisfaction 82

Customer Satisfaction Customer Service 82

Intercom

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The potential for generative AI to revolutionize customer service was obvious from the moment we first had a conversation with ChatGPT, and our AI and Product teams sprung into action. We can’t wait for what 2024 has to offer – we have some big plans in store, and believe us when we say it’s going to be a lot of fun.

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AI Engineering Sports Customer Service 96

CSAT.AI

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

The industry has trained customers to be rude with a cycle of lies in customer service and poor handling of issues. If you don’t watch your words you train your customers to do the same. Often what a company says doesn’t match what a company does. Customers expectations are changing too. . Why bother?

Customer Service 88

Customer Service Non-Profits Sentiment Analysis Social Media 88

CSAT.AI

MAY 3, 2023

Today we’re following up on our improper ticket closing blog. What happens to a ticket before it reaches the closing stage (if it ever does) impacts metrics and CX too. 1) Assembly Line Service When the customer’s issue is assigned a number sometimes the customer themselves is left behind. That’s understandable.

CX 77

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CX Accelerator

JUNE 8, 2020

Surveys are a great way to listen to the voice of the customer, so don’t misconstrue the title of this article as being “anti-survey.” Problems occur, however, when surveys become the only way we listen to customers — especially when you consider that a good survey response rate is in the realm of 20-30%. Interview customers.

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CX Accelerator

JULY 1, 2020

But, in the rush to return to normal, let’s all take time to consider what is worth hurrying back to. Without a doubt, Covid-19 will leave an indelible impression on our planet, and it may even cause a paradigm shift for businesses and the way they meet their employees’ and customers’ expectations, especially regarding communication channels.

Contact Center 182

Contact Center CX Technology Technology 182

CX Accelerator

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Many leaders do in fact think they are supporting Customer Experience in their organization. Budget, personnel, structure, culture, organizational habits, and lack of demonstrable progress impact sustained operational commitment to customer experience. How much authority will the Customer Experience function be granted?".

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CX Start-ups Finance Engineering 208

Callminer

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

If you see a business contact for the first time in months and they appear not to be interested in what you have to say, your desire to meet them again is likely to be low. This is the same reaction that customers will have after a bad experience with your call center. And, do you know which behavior might drive customers away?

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Contact Center Invoicing Customer Experience Technology 186

ModSquad

APRIL 13, 2021

If you read the “About Us” page on a company website, you may see text about “providing great customer service” or “service excellence.” To truly provide service excellence, you have to go above and beyond meeting the basic needs of your customers. Convenience is Key.

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Customer Experience Customer Loyalty Customer Service 119

Taylor Reach Group

APRIL 9, 2020

Everybody wants to improve the Customer Experience (CX) they provide, right? What else can you do? What’s the cost to your organization if nearly three quarters of your customers go elsewhere? What’s 72% of your annual revenue? Start with your front-line employees, the people who are dealing with your customers.

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CX Contact Center Start-ups Customer Experience 173

Bill Quiseng

JULY 18, 2017

I had the great opportunity to interview Blake Morgan , customer experience futurist about her new book, More is More: How the Best Companies Go Farther and Work Harder to Create Knock-Your-Socks Off Customer Experiences. I have been a big fan of her customer experience articles that regularly appear in Forbes.

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Zendesk

APRIL 15, 2021

By now, you may have seen our new slogan, Champions of customer service , floating around. If not, this blog post explains what the slogan embodies for us as a company. We thought about what customer service might look like in the future. What could possibly deter you? See for yourself!

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Entertainment Gaming Customer Service 83

Lumoa

MARCH 21, 2023

You read blog posts and research articles if you want to learn more about a specific topic. Although it makes sense to search for information online where you can find up-to-date answers to specific questions, what about getting a more comprehensive understanding by reading a book about the topic.

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Customer Experience Customer Experience Management CX Start-ups 94

Fonolo

JULY 5, 2023

Customer perception has never mattered more. In the age of social media backlash and call-out culture, how your customers feel about your brand is key to your success. Although it’s almost impossible to completely control what people think about your organization, improving customer opinions of your brand is very possible.

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Social Media Sports Customer Satisfaction Net Promoter Score 104

Customer Service Life

OCTOBER 28, 2023

One such thing was requiring my team to end every call by asking customers, “Is there anything else I can help you with.” In an article, that is still one of my most commented-on blog posts , I spoke of the true intent of this question. actually means, “Customer, you’ve been talking for a long time.

Contact Center 104

Contact Center Customer Satisfaction Customer Service Customer Experience 104

CX Accelerator

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

You’re learning how to work in a new environment, and trying to battle the exhaustion that comes with that while remembering everyone’s names and figuring out what your priorities should be. But Customer Experience (CX) specifically holds some challenges that many new leaders can take weeks or months to grasp.

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CX Education Social Media Government 208

Callminer

MAY 11, 2020

Ultimately, disgruntled employees can even have a negative impact on the customer experience , as unhappy employees are less likely to go the extra mile to ensure that your customers are satisfied. Meet Our Panel of Customer Service & Customer Experience Managers: Anh Trinh. Elmer Taboada. Becky Beach.

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Customer Experience Management Customer Service Customer Experience Non-Profits 273

Totango

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Delivering a satisfying B2B customer experience is key to staying competitive in today’s SaaS market. Here, we’ll outline a strategic roadmap to developing a winning B2B customer experience strategy. First, we’ll take a look at what B2B customer experience is and why it’s an important priority.

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B2B B2C Customer Experience Net Promoter Score 107

CX Accelerator

APRIL 1, 2020

If you find yourself as a survivor of the cull or a newly empowered exec then here’s the brave new world in which we now reside: The Good News: The uphill battle to get the voice of the customer a seat at the table appears to have been settled.for now. And rightly so, change needs to demonstrate a tangible benefit or its just vanity, right?

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Bill Quiseng

MARCH 1, 2021

Joseph Michelli, I have learned so much about delivering the World’s Best Customer Experience through his insight starting with his book, The Starbucks Experience: 5 Principles for Turning Ordinary Into Extraordinary. What is the purpose of my business? So it is a real privilege for me to feature such a timely post from him.

Hospitality 148

Hospitality Hospitality Sales Innovation 148

Totango

MARCH 8, 2022

Getting involved in the best customer success communities can give you access to the resources you need to take your CS team to new levels of performance. Here’s our guide to the top customer success communities in 2022 and what they have to offer. What Is a Customer Success Community? Posting job opportunities.

Social Media 115

Social Media B2B Customer Loyalty Start-ups 115

The Customer Service Blog

MAY 15, 2023

How bad is the problem? How bad is the problem? What is the most common fraud? UK Finance boss David Postings said that drugs gangs, criminal groups abroad and "state-sponsored bad actors" were responsible for the majority of fraud. What happens if you are a victim? What can we expect in the future?

Finance 52

Finance Government Artificial Intelligence Legal 52

CX Accelerator

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

You’re learning how to work in a new environment, and trying to battle the exhaustion that comes with that while remembering everyone’s names and figuring out what your priorities should be. But Customer Experience (CX) specifically holds some challenges that many new leaders can take weeks or months to grasp.

CX 182

CX Education Social Media Government 182

The Customer Service Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

There's more bad news for rail travellers! What are the changes? Rules preventing the sale of advanced tickets ‘on-the-day’ were abolished in July 2017 as part of changes to allow customers to "get the best possible deal whenever they travel". Why the changes? Why is this a problem? This equates to around 1.5

Transportation 77

Transportation Government Legal Sales 77

CSAT.AI

MARCH 8, 2023

No one is perfect, and that includes your customers. In this blog post, we will discuss how you can ensure your customers get the right answer. The Beauty of the Right Answer The right answer benefits both your business and your customer. So how can you ensure that your customers get the right answer?

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Sentiment Analysis AI Sales Customer Service 91

Customer Service Life

DECEMBER 3, 2018

This article was originally posted on the ICMI Blog during National Customer Service Week on October 2, 2018. Can we all acknowledge that customer service is a hard job? With that in mind, I want to pause for a moment and echo the words of Jeff Toister in his brand new book, Customer Service Tip of the Week.

Customer Service 104

Customer Service Contact Center Gaming Start-ups 104

Totango

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced brands to elevate customer experience to stay competitive. This accelerated a digital-first customer success transformation that was already in motion before the pandemic. Why Do You Need to Elevate Customer Experience? customers say most companies need to improve the experience they deliver.

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Customer Experience E-commerce Technology Technology 103

Beyond Philosophy

SEPTEMBER 18, 2016

Q: What has two Million phony accounts, 5,300 fired employees, a fine of $185 million and a retiring leader enjoying $124 million in stock and options after retirement? A: Wells Fargo Bank, the latest bank to suffer the scrutiny of the truth and forced to answer for taking advantage of its customers’ trust. Furthermore, the $124.6

Construction 166

Construction Sales Customer Experience 166

Fonolo

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

In the world of contact center metrics, service level has always held a special place. This metric is universally understood across the industry, and clearly conveys how quickly customer calls are answered by support agents. What is the Purpose of Service Levels? Where Did the 80/20 Service Level Rule Come From?

Net Promoter Score 142

Net Promoter Score Contact Center Compliance Customer Satisfaction 142

Fonolo

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Companies place a great deal of importance on meeting customer expectations. According to Forrester, nearly 95% of leaders say that providing a good customer experience is a top strategic priority, and 75% want to use customer experience as a competitive advantage. What do customers want?

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Lumoa

JUNE 14, 2023

You’ve designed your NPS survey and emailed it to all your customers—and the results are in… but not those you were expecting. When it comes to gauging customer sentiment and loyalty, few metrics enjoy such widespread acclaim as the Net Promoter Score (NPS). In this blog post, we’ll answer all these questions and more.

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NPS Sentiment Analysis Start-ups Net Promoter Score 83

Beyond Philosophy

JANUARY 20, 2020

The scientific name for it is Escalation of Commitment, but it is also the basis of many sales techniques, and it is an excellent way to get your customers to say yes. . It starts by getting past people’s preconceived notions of what they are willing to do. There are ways to overcome these habits. Suppose I want you to give me $100.

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Start-ups Sales Manufacturing Customer Loyalty 178

Lumoa

APRIL 6, 2023

Relationships between customers and brands are the foundation of customer experience (CX) success. To ensure that customer experience is successful, companies must focus on creating strong relationships- by understanding customer needs and providing exceptional service.

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Customer Experience CX Sales Customer Feedback 83

Taylor Reach Group

MAY 1, 2020

In a recent post, we looked at the cost of providing a poor Customer Experience (CX). We looked at how you can improve it by listening to your employees and acting on their suggestions ( TRG Blog March 2020 ). Some companies have large departments dedicated to Customer Experience and analysis of customer opinion.

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CX Net Promoter Score Customer Relationship Management NPS 140

Zendesk

MAY 26, 2021

Customer service can make or break a business. But not everyone agrees on what it is or how to do it well. In this guide, we’ll share how to set your business up for customer service success. The definition of customer service. The goal of customer service is to foster better customer relationships.

Customer Service 105

Customer Service Social Media Start-ups E-commerce 105

SurveySensum

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Do you often use ‘ customer experience ’ and ‘ customer service ’ interchangeably? This brings us to the debate of customer experience vs customer service. Understanding the differences between both is vital for your business to thrive in the customer-centered world. What is Customer Experience?

Net Promoter Score 52

Net Promoter Score Customer Service Customer Experience E-commerce 52