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The World Is Going Crazy

Beyond Philosophy

Many of my followers weighed in with their own experiences that tell a truth that is hard to swallow, the world has changed for good, but it’s not good for customers. First, I had flown for a quick trip to New Jersey, landing at JFK in New York, which is anything but quick at seven hours flying time.

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Author of The Nordstrom Way: What Makes a Make Mom Proud Company

Customer Bliss

Today’s post is from Robert Spector , best-selling author of The Mom & Pop Store: True Stories from the Heart of America and The Nordstrom Way to Customer Experience Excellence: Creating a Values-Driven Service Culture. Green five-and-ten-cent store in Newark, New Jersey, so she knew the rituals of retail.

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How customer experience can save the environment

Inside Customer Service

Governments demand it with new laws mandating sustainable practices. The big trick is adopting sustainable practices without negatively impacting the customer experience. Billions get thrown away each year, but customers continue to use them because they are quick and convenient. Companies everywhere promote it.