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The Remarkable Power of Habit to Transform Customer Behavior

Beyond Philosophy

One afternoon at about three o’clock, he was hungry and went to the vending machine to buy a cookie. A couple of days later, he was hungry and bought a cookie again. Pretty soon, he had cravings for a cookie in the afternoon and was buying one every day. . He tells a story about forming a personal bad habit.

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8 Ways to Reduce Agent Churn and Build a Positive Customer Service Environment

CSAT.AI

A rigid cookie cutter approach to work is self-defeating. 65% said they would apply themselves more if they thought they would be noticed for it. Are you using the following methods to reduce agent churn and keep your best talent on your payroll? 1) Play to Agent Strengths. Agents who feel accomplished and valued are more invested.

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It’s Essential: Understand Your Customer’s Habits!

Beyond Philosophy

Over time, my helpful-8-year-old Intuitive System noticed that when it was time to pay, I was consistently reaching for my AmEx card. However, when the helpful-8-year-old Intuitive System has me reach for the cookies after lunch, it is not helpful! Then, I would choose the AmEx because I liked the rewards they provided.

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Beware: Hidden Influences That Dictate Your Success

Beyond Philosophy

Dr. Milliman and his team theorized that slow music caused people to slow down and see more items they needed in the store (like cookies, as a completely random and not at all personal example). It turns out that when the research team asked shoppers if they remember hearing music, most of the shoppers didn’t remember it.

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Delivering Unique, Attractive (Even Branded) Customer Experience Lagniappe: Any Company Can Do This

Beyond Philosophy

When my wife and I visited Southern Louisiana last year about this time, we noticed that a lot of retailers differentiated themselves by doing a little something extra for customers. Each drawer has a different little candy, cookie, or pastry inside. For those not familiar with the term, let’s quickly revisit what it is.

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The 20 Stakeholder Experience Emotions: Which Are Most Positive and Value-Enhancing, and Which Are Most Negative and Value-Destroying?

Beyond Philosophy

When my wife and I visited Southern Louisiana a couple of years ago, we noticed that a lot of retailers differentiated themselves by doing a little something extra for customers. Each drawer has a different little candy, cookie, or pastry inside. If you’re not familiar with lagniappe, I’ll briefly explain what it is.

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Sprinkles: Antidote to The Demise of Customer Surprise

Chip Bell

And, the baker behind the display case would sometimes throw in an extra cookie or donut if I ordered a dozen. A good cookie or cupcake only becomes special when adorned with sprinkles. It had been a joy to be served by someone noticeably passionate about customers. Today, such generous, unexpected behavior is rare.