Shep Hyken

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. What Is Customer Loyalty and Retention (And 3 Tips for Improvement) by Scott Clark. My Comment: In my newest book, I’ll Be Back , I cover the difference between a repeat customer and a loyal customer.

Customer Service 134

Customer Service B2C Customer Loyalty B2B 134

Zendesk

APRIL 3, 2023

The world of retail is in a time of change. It’s no longer enough to simply offer a great product—your customers demand much more. In the flooded market with almost endless options, many retailers are competing on the quality of their service. This is where retail customer engagement plays a vital role.

Retail 98

Retail Social Media Artificial Intelligence Omnichannel 98

SurveySensum

JULY 26, 2023

Do you know what’s the biggest problem in retail? Customer churn. It’s like a game of “now you see them, now you don’t” with customers jumping ship to competitors in the blink of an eye if they don’t feel valued and satisfied. But why is that a big issue?

Customer Retention 52

Customer Retention Retail Social Media E-commerce 52

SurveySensum

JULY 6, 2023

You’ve poured your heart and soul into creating captivating marketing campaigns, investing substantial resources in driving customer acquisition. Yet, despite these efforts, you notice a decrease in sales and declining customer loyalty. Even as a retail giant , Reliance Trends struggles with customer retention.

Customer Satisfaction 52

Customer Satisfaction Retail Social Media Net Promoter Score 52

SurveySensum

JULY 6, 2023

You’ve poured your heart and soul into creating captivating marketing campaigns, investing substantial resources in driving customer acquisition. Yet, despite these efforts, you notice a decrease in sales and declining customer loyalty. Even as a retail giant, Reliance Trends struggles with customer retention.

Customer Satisfaction 52

Customer Satisfaction Retail Social Media Net Promoter Score 52

SurveySensum

JULY 13, 2023

Yet only 49% of the customers said that they had positive customer experiences with companies. Improving retail customer experience for your brand is not only an expectation from your customers but also a requirement for your business growth. But how to deliver great retail customer experiences?

Retail 52

Retail Customer Experience Touchpoint Social Media 52

SurveySensum

JULY 13, 2023

Yet only 49% of the customers said that they had positive customer experiences with companies. Improving retail customer experience for your brand is not only an expectation from your customers but also a requirement for your business growth. But how to deliver great retail customer experiences?

Retail 52

Retail Customer Experience Touchpoint Social Media 52

Fonolo

OCTOBER 4, 2018

As history shows us with the Ford legacy, forward-thinking businesses with inspiration as a core part of their mandates yield inspired workforce, higher employee productivity, and increased customer loyalty. And, most importantly, these brands invest heavily in developing customer loyalty. What is Customer Loyalty?

Customer Loyalty 101

Customer Loyalty Retail Social Media Innovation 101

Zendesk

MARCH 2, 2023

The retail industry is constantly evolving, and businesses and retailers need to stay on top of the latest trends. This year, thousands of retail professionals descended on the Javits Center in New York City for the National Retail Federation’s Big Show.

Retail 52

Retail Net Promoter Score Customer Loyalty Business Administration 52

Fonolo

OCTOBER 22, 2020

With the holiday season around the corner, retailers are feeling the pressure as they navigate one of the most demanding periods in a post-COVID world. . Following suit, Salesforce predicts that “up to 30% of global retail sales will be made through digital channels this upcoming holiday season.” But it’s not over yet. Morning Consult.

Retail 133

Retail E-commerce Social Media Finance 133

Zendesk

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Today, customers expect to have flexible and seamless shopping experiences. This is where omnichannel retail comes in. This increasingly vital retail customer experience helps customers communicate with businesses on the channel of their choice and allows for connected conversations. What is omnichannel retailing?

Omnichannel 52

Omnichannel Retail Social Media Customer Journey Map 52

Shep Hyken

DECEMBER 26, 2022

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Service Heroes: 5 Happy Holiday Tales by Cassandra Vincent. CSAT.AI) The holiday season is rife with customer service horror stories from both customers and workers.

Customer Service 57

Customer Service Retail Touchpoint Business Growth 57

SurveySensum

JULY 19, 2023

According to a new Forbes Insights and Arm Treasure Data survey of more than 1000 customers worldwide, 74% of customers said they are likely to buy from brands based on experience alone. This statistic emphasizes the critical role that retail customer experience plays in customer loyalty, brand advocacy, and business growth.

Retail 40

Retail Customer Experience Social Media Customer Feedback 40

Shep Hyken

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. The Great CX Debate: Should Customer Experiences Be Effortless or Exceptional? The key to building customer loyalty, they claimed, was to simply make it effortless for people to do business with you.

Customer Service 85

Customer Service Retail Hospitality Hospitality 85

SurveySensum

JULY 4, 2023

The above statistics are an indication that the shopping behavior of customers is changing and they are giving equal importance to in-store shopping too. This is the time when brands can improve their offline stores to increase customer loyalty. The same goes for retail stores.

Retail 52

Retail Touchpoint Social Media Customer Survey 52

Shep Hyken

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Please Hold: How AI Is Changing Customer Service in Call Centers by Defined.ai. VentureBeat) Excellent customer service is vital to the long-term success of any business. Respond to customers faster.

Social Media 74

Social Media Customer Service VOC Retail 74

Zendesk

OCTOBER 13, 2022

It’s go time for retailers, and no one hustles harder than small businesses getting their brand out there during the holiday season. But those on the small-but-scaling side of retail don’t have to hustle on their own, especially when it comes to delivering an efficient, scalable customer experience through the high season and beyond.

Retail 52

Retail Customer Retention CX Gaming 52

SurveySensum

JULY 4, 2023

The above statistics are an indication that the shopping behavior of customers is changing and they are giving equal importance to in-store shopping too. This is the time when brands can improve their offline stores to increase customer loyalty. The same goes for retail stores.

Retail 52

Retail Touchpoint Social Media Customer Survey 52

Shep Hyken

APRIL 25, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Consumers Prefer Traffic Jams Over a Bad Customer Experience by Retail Customer Experience. I love customer service statistics , and this short article has several. Customer Loyalty.

Customer Service 57

Customer Service Retail Customer Loyalty Start-ups 57

Bill Quiseng

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

This was originally published as a guest post on Shep Hyken’s customer service blog. . But in this technological evolution, too many companies are confusing customer services with customer service. Customer services is all about how to speed up the transaction. Rarely, if at all.

Customer Service 119

Customer Service Non-Profits Customer Loyalty Technology 119

Shep Hyken

JANUARY 2, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Loyalty Is Your Holy Grail for Success. Entrepreneur) Customer loyalty is an essential source of revenue for any business. My Comment: How do we create customer loyalty?

E-commerce 57

E-commerce Customer Service Customer Loyalty Touchpoint 57

Win the Customer

MAY 15, 2018

Abercrombie & Fitch is counting on direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales to counter the retail apocalypse, Columbus Business First reports. Abercrombie & Fitch isn’t the only major retailer redesigning its sales strategy around a direct-to-consumer model. Appealing to Online Shoppers.

E-commerce 110

E-commerce Retail Sales Technology 110

Shep Hyken

JUNE 6, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. They could grow 10x faster, however, their obsession with their operational excellence, customer experience, and internal culture will not allow them to compromise any of those for more units and higher sales.

Customer Service 61

Customer Service Customer Loyalty Hospitality Hospitality 61

Shep Hyken

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. And remember what I always say: “What’s happening on the inside of an organization is felt on the outside by the customer.”. But the good news for retailers is that if you play it smart, you can avoid being front row, center.

Customer Service 81

Customer Service Retail B2C Start-ups 81

Fonolo

OCTOBER 29, 2020

To stay ahead of the curve, retailers will need to stay alert to changing trends in their customers’ behaviour — but most importantly, they must prepare to support them when they run into challenges. A Complete Guide to Customer Perception. Revisit your digital marketing strategy.

Retail 96

Retail E-commerce Contact Center Gaming 96

Shep Hyken

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Lego Customers Lose Millions of Pieces a Year. Magazine) Lego Group knows something about talking to its customers, and not just because it has a few creative employees. Here are my top five picks from last week.

Customer Service 69

Customer Service Social Media Retail Customer Loyalty 69

Shep Hyken

AUGUST 29, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 10 Ways To Keep Your Existing Customers Around for the Long-Term by ASBN Newsroom. Atlanta Small Business Network) The biggest marketing cost most small businesses face is that of acquiring new customers.

Customer Service 57

Customer Service Customer Retention Customer Loyalty Retail 57

Execs In The Know

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Because of customers’ desire and lower total costs of ownership, Gartner predicts by 2025 we will see 80 percent of customer service operations embracing messaging channels. What Does This Mean for Service Delivery Teams for Retail Brands? trillion yearly due to poor customer service. .

Retail 52

Retail E-commerce Contact Center Social Media 52

Fonolo

MARCH 14, 2019

The buying experience often gets the most attention in customer service. For example, retail brands focus heavily on ensuring that sales associates help shoppers find the right sizes, greet guests warmly, create quick and easy checkout processes, and include thoughtful touches like water bottles in change rooms.

Customer Service 111

Customer Service Social Media Retail Omnichannel 111

Fonolo

AUGUST 13, 2019

Retail is transforming at an increasing rate, and more than ever. Advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI) are changing interactions between customers and brands and are allowing many of these processes to become automated. Here are a few suggestions of customer service podcasts we love, and you will, too.

Customer Service 108

Customer Service Artificial Intelligence Retail Education 108

Shep Hyken

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. PwC Leader: Why Retailers Must Balance Digital-driven Experiences With Human-led Interaction by Judy Mottl. Worse, 8% of consumers will stop buying or using a retailer after just one bad interaction.

Customer Service 47

Customer Service Retail B2C Manufacturing 47

Shep Hyken

MARCH 21, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 15 Stats About Post-Covid Customer Service by Blake Morgan. Chief on that list is updating customer service efforts. Our customer service research supports the theme.

Customer Service 61

Customer Service Retail Customer Satisfaction AI 61

Lumoa

OCTOBER 20, 2022

A Good Customer Experience Builds Customer Advocacy. Customer experience is an important factor in determining customer loyalty. Companies that rank the highest in customer experience surveys also have the highest scores for customer retention. Satisfied Customers Also Increases Employee Satisfaction.

Customer Experience 122

Customer Experience Customer Retention Customer Satisfaction Retail 122

Shep Hyken

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Fidelum Partners) As the COVID-19 pandemic subsides, we need to change the way we think about and build companies, brands and customer relationships. Here are six tips that can drive more loyalty.

Customer Service 65

Customer Service CX Customer Loyalty Retail 65

Shep Hyken

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Are Lifelike Digital Humans the Future of Customer Experience? My Comment: Is this the future of customer service? The Value Gap a New Blueprint for Customer Expectations by Quinine. by Rebecca Bellan.

Customer Service 65

Customer Service Customer Retention Customer Satisfaction Construction 65

Aquire

JANUARY 6, 2022

Using video chat technology for customer service is becoming a popular practice. Rather than relying purely on live chat or chatbots, adding video chat will ensure you offer more personal experiences to online customers. So, here’s everything you need to know about video chat technology in customer service.

Customer Service 98

Customer Service Social Media Technology Technology 98

Fonolo

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

Airline services have been scrambling to improve their customer service strategies and initiatives, making key investments to elevate the overall customer experience. in an effort to shave time from its customer service call volumes. in an effort to shave time from its customer service call volumes.

Customer Service 75

Customer Service Hospitality Hospitality Retail 75