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How customer expectations are rising – and what to do about it

Intercom, Inc.

It’s no secret that when it comes to support, customer expectations are higher than ever before – but how are support leaders and teams adapting to these increased demands? That’s a significant gap between expectations and reality – and one that it’s all too easy for your support team to fall into.

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4 Modern Strategies for Managing Customer Expectations

TeamSupport

Maybe they’re a large percentage of revenue or there’s a lot at stake in making the business relationship work. Regardless of the scenario, here are 4 modern strategies for managing customer expectations…. It can’t hurt to start off the conversation with a positive tone that will hopefully continue throughout the discussion.

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Maintaining Strong B2B Customer Relationships Without Face-to-Face Interaction

TeamSupport

Sure, many professionals do, but their dissatisfaction is because the home office lifestyle inhibits their ability to meet face-to-face with customers. These in person interactions are the foundation of many excellent customer relationships, and it can sometimes be a challenge to build or sustain relationships without them.

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Grow Customer Relationships: Strategies for Long-Term Success

Totango

The new customer-centered economy marks a fundamental change in the business/customer relationship. It’s no longer wise for businesses to focus the majority of their efforts on seeking new customers. But they aren’t a guarantee of revenue; customers can cancel at any time.

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Elevating Customer Support: Five Goals to Strive for in 2024

TeamSupport

Either way, before you pop that bottle of champagne, it’s time to start thinking about New Year’s resolutions for your customer support team. In today’s increasingly competitive marketplace, people—particularly those in customer support—are key to setting your company apart from the crowd. Needless to say, the stakes are high.

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The Evolution of Customer Relationship Management: A Look at the Last Five Years

SugarCRM

When you think about Customer Relationship Management (CRM), sales and contact management may be the first thing you associate with it. The ability to track individual customer interactions and analyze that data is a game-changer, especially in an age where customers crave a personalized experience.

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4 ways to personalize your marketing messaging and boost engagement

Intercom, Inc.

In today’s market, customers expect personalization. According to one report , 66% of customers expect companies to understand their needs and expectations – but say that they’re generally treated like numbers instead. Here are four simple ways to get started. Start sending targeted, contextual messages.

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