3 Reasons Every Call Center Needs an Contact Center Operations Dashboard
Callminer
MAY 4, 2016
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Naked Dining: A Different Customer Experience
Beyond Philosophy
MAY 4, 2016
A London restaurant brings naked dining to the city. Will this bring a totally new meaning to the term The Naked Chef normally associated with Jamie Oliver and a whole new concept in customer experience. London Restaurant Brings a Different Customer Experience. Forbes reports that London pop-up restaurant guru Sebastian Lyall has announced a new eatery, slated to open in June.
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9 Customer Service Training Ideas That Work
Customers That Stick
MAY 31, 2016
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How can you meet customers’ expectations if you don’t know what they are?
Heart of the Customer
MAY 23, 2016
What does “good” look like? It’s something that, as CX leaders, we’re always thinking of. I frequently get asked questions like, “How fast does our response rate need to be?” The easy answer is, “As quick as you can make it.” But that’s lazy! And, even worse, that lazy answer can actually harm your brand. […].
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Customer Experience + Marketing: Pro’s & Con’s
ClearAction
MAY 29, 2016
Customer Experience + Marketing: Pro’s & Con’s Lynn Hunsaker. What happens when the Chief Marketing Officer doubles as Chief Customer Experience Officer? Is it as natural and advantageous as the C-team expects? It all depends on motives and perspective. How Marketers Think of Customer Experience. Marketing professionals think of customer experience in terms of their deliverables: the user experience of websites, campaigns, events, research, content, social media, and so forth.
Why Your Brand Should be a Haven for Your Customers
Win the Customer
MAY 24, 2016
Whether you’re an Italian restaurant, a vendor of smartphones, an organic grocery store, or a women’s fashion outlet, something about your brand needs to gain the long-term favour of its consumer base in order to be successful. Sure, it’s important to provide a service where customers ultimately find what they’re looking for. But they will – whether it’s from your brand or not.
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5 To-Do’s for any 22 Year Old’s Career
Beyond Philosophy
MAY 30, 2016
It was 1980. I was 22, newly married and climbing the corporate ladder in England. David Bowie’s Ashes to Ashes played on the radio. Margaret Thatcher was just getting started in her reign as Prime Minister. It was also a long time ago. I have learned much about professionalism and careers since then. To that end, here are five things I would do today if I were 22. #1: Dress like my job depended on it.
8 Ways to Be Your Customer’s Hero
Customers That Stick
MAY 8, 2016
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Is the Golden Rule Part of Your Customer Experience Strategy?
PeopleMetrics
MAY 12, 2016
Maybe it’s an attentional bias on my part, but I've noticed a trend of insulting restaurant workers in the news. I’m talking about this type of report from The Washington Post , in which servers leave grammatically inept insults like “im a plad a ” on receipts. Suffice it to say, insult-laden receipts aren’t among our customer experience best practices.
How the Smithsonian Built their Journey Map, with Samir Bitar [CB4]
Customer Bliss
MAY 10, 2016
Episode Overview. Samir Bitar and I had a very spirited discussion about his role in leading a transformation of the Smithsonian visitor experience. Like many folks who attain a Chief Customer Officer level type role, Samir had been developing a robust visitor experience for just one of the 19 museums on the Smithsonian campus. His success there earned him his role to lead the work across the entire Smithsonian campus. .
How Retailers Are Transforming Customer Experiences with Data & AI
Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali
Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.
A Guide For Protecting Your Customers’ Information
Win the Customer
MAY 26, 2016
In 2015, the average cost of a data breach was $154 per person affected, a IBM and Ponemon Institute study found. Large-scale data breaches could cost a company millions or, using the average numbers, maybe billions in revenue and compensation. This pales to the impact it can have on brand trust and the perception of consumer safety. For companies that need to collect customer data, keeping it safe is critically important to the business.
3 Reasons Every Call Center Needs an Agent Performance Dashboard
Callminer
MAY 5, 2016
There is no denying that customer service representatives are the lifeblood of the call center. Not only are they on the front lines interacting directly with customers, but they also have the ability to positively (or negatively) impact the customer experience. So what’s the best way to drive agent performance improvements and ensure that customers […].
How Not To Engage Employees: Telecoms Lead The Way Again
Beyond Philosophy
MAY 25, 2016
Nearly 40,000 employees from two unions contracting with Verizon have been on strike for a little over a month. Now, Verizon is learning firsthand the cost of not having a strong culture of employee engagement—in actual dollars and sense. Unable to reach a compromise for the outsourcing and transfer of their jobs , employees from all parts of the organization walked off the job last month.
Why Amazon Will Swallow Almost Everyone
Customers That Stick
MAY 15, 2016
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Strategic CX: A Deep Dive into Voice of the Customer Insights for Clarity
Speaker: Nicholas Zeisler, CX Strategist & Fractional CXO
The first step in a successful Customer Experience endeavor (or for that matter, any business proposition) is to find out what’s wrong. If you can’t identify it, you can’t fix it! 💡 That’s where the Voice of the Customer (VoC) comes in. Today, far too many brands do VoC simply because that’s what they think they’re supposed to do; that’s what all their competitors do.
Get out of your office!
Heart of the Customer
MAY 25, 2016
In 2008, I left Best Buy. I had been there for six years, and before that had been with a small business. So I just assumed that every company was obsessed with their customers! Yes, I was naïve. I still am. From there, I joined a new company. And I learned there were other approaches […]. The post Get out of your office! appeared first on Heart of the Customer.
Human-Centered Design at Northern Trust, With Scott Dille [CB3]
Customer Bliss
MAY 3, 2016
Episode Overview. In this episode, Scott Dille of Northern Trust discussed his unusually broad Customer Executive Leadership role, and his path for leading an experience transformation. Scott is senior vice president of both partner (employee) and client experience. In this podcast, you will hear about the advanced human-centered design techniques Northern Trust is employing to improve both the client and partner experience.
4 Best Technologies for Small Businesses
Win the Customer
MAY 3, 2016
Running and maintaining a small business is a challenge. Because of limited personnel and limited financial resources, small business owners often need to wear multiple hats to keep their business afloat. Modern technology has made it easier for small business owners to manage and track multiple tasks at the same time. The following are four essential technologies for small businesses.
How Does Contact Analytics Improve Agent Performance?
Callminer
MAY 25, 2016
When was the last time you had an exceptional experience as a customer?
Software Composition Analysis: The New Armor for Your Cybersecurity
Speaker: Blackberry, OSS Consultants, & Revenera
Software is complex, which makes threats to the software supply chain more real every day. 64% of organizations have been impacted by a software supply chain attack and 60% of data breaches are due to unpatched software vulnerabilities. In the U.S. alone, cyber losses totaled $10.3 billion in 2022. All of these stats beg the question, “Do you know what’s in your software?
Profit-Killing In Malls: Shocking Results!
Beyond Philosophy
MAY 18, 2016
When Macy’s cut its sales and profit expectations this week, some analysts blamed consumer spending patterns and the difficulties facing department stores generally. But as the New York Times reports , at least one analyst placed the blame squarely on Macy’s failure to deliver a compelling customer experience. “The blunt truth is that Macy’s does not give consumers a reason to visit its stores,” said Neil Saunders, CEO of Conlumino, a research firm. “In many locations sho
When a Customer Refuses Your Help
Customers That Stick
MAY 1, 2016
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Marketing Maturity Model to Mobilize Mightiness
ClearAction
MAY 2, 2016
Marketing Maturity Model to Mobilize Mightiness Lynn Hunsaker. Marketing maturity models are falling short in empowering your organization’s mightiness. In sports skills , maturity matters because it puts your game at the top echelon of competition. In human development , maturity matters because it means wisdom, a well-rounded personality, capability for success under a variety of circumstances, and greater satisfaction in relationships.
How to optimize customer experience cross-functional teams
Customer Bliss
MAY 5, 2016
‘Cross-functional teams’ can often sound like a business buzzword. While teamwork and collaboration is no doubt important in business, most of the day-to-day work that most employees do tends to be either (a) individual or (b) within their silo. Who has time for cross-functional teams in a modern business environment? If you start talking about cross-functional teams and what that means for customer experience, the journey for your organization is even more nuanced.
7th Annual CX Report by The Northridge Group Uncovers Priority Training Focus
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JUST RELEASED! New research reveals 92% of business leaders would like to provide additional training to their customer service representatives. Soft skills training stands out as a priority area of investment and/or improvement. Check out The Northridge Group’s latest CX research report —the 7th annual CX survey of 1,000 customers and 250 business executives—to see additional statistics as well as insights that businesses can use to benchmark their customer service and improve the overall exper
Where I learned about the importance of customer journeys
Heart of the Customer
MAY 18, 2016
Eighteen years ago, my son Danny taught me everything I needed to know about customer journeys. At just three years old, Danny wasn’t a verbose child. So when he talked, we paid special attention. One night when we put him to bed, he put his hands over his crotch and simply said, “Hurts.” If you’ve […]. The post Where I learned about the importance of customer journeys appeared first on Heart of the Customer.
On Fear And Daring
Kerry Bodine
MAY 8, 2016
I stood unsteadily on the side of the mountain, desperately clutching a thick chain that had been anchored deep into the rock next to me. My vision narrowed. My breath became shallow. My legs started to shake violently. I found myself unable to move. Several feet away, the trail that I was on abruptly ended, and a sheer cliff met the ground 1000 feet below.
The Secret To Being Happy At Work
Beyond Philosophy
MAY 16, 2016
Are you unhappy at your job? Do your Sunday night blues last until Friday at 5 pm?Do you have an elaborate fantasy that involves telling your manager off shortly after winning the state lottery? If you answered yes, then are you reading the right article. I am about to reveal the secret to being happy at work. Happiness is a topic that gets a lot of discussion.
The Exceptionally Easy & Profitable Uses of Customer Co-creation
C3Centricity
MAY 8, 2016
One of my clients, who is following the 50 weekly actions for customer centric excellence described in Winning Customer Centricity, asked me for some further ideas on co-creation. Since working more closely with customers is the best way to understand, satisfy and delight them, I am impressed that she is taking co-creation even further. In fact, I […].
When Customers Win, You Win: How to Deliver Value That Transforms Your Customer Experience
Speaker: Donna Weber - Customer Onboarding Expert
Customer onboarding is so much more than going live with your product and driving adoption. The truth is, onboarding is the most important part of the customer journey. When you set positive first impressions, establish trusting relationships, and quickly deliver meaningful outcomes, you create customers for life. Invest an hour with Donna Weber to learn why your customer onboarding is critical to your success.
Customer Experience + Marketing: Pro’s & Con’s
ClearAction
MAY 29, 2016
Customer Experience + Marketing: Pro’s & Con’s. What happens when the Chief Marketing Officer doubles as Chief Customer Experience Officer? Is it as natural and advantageous as the C-team expects? It all depends on motives and perspective. How Executives Think of Customer Experience. Executives tend to think of customer experiences as something happening at the periphery of the company.
The most important thing to know about customer experience competencies
Customer Bliss
MAY 19, 2016
It’s been a busy week (aren’t they all?) because of CX Week , where I had the pleasure of speaking with Mark Ramsey of Audi about their customer experience transformation. I did want to create a quick blog post about customer experience competencies, however. I write about this often because it’s the cornerstone of the work we all do.
Read More: Mapping Experiences by Jim Kalbach
Heart of the Customer
MAY 16, 2016
I’m halfway through the book Mapping Experiences by James Kalbach. It’s a really good book to help you better understand alignment diagrams, such as service blueprints, journey maps, experience maps, mental model diagrams, and spatial maps, and when to use each. I helped edit the chapter on journey maps, but didn’t get a chance to […]. The post Read More: Mapping Experiences by Jim Kalbach appeared first on Heart of the Customer.
SCORM vs Tin Can API: The difference between compact discs and iTunes
ProProfs
MAY 12, 2016
Tin Can API and SCORM are both eLearning standards, which help companies to measure the impact of their training programs. At some point in the past, eLearning standards were built for facilitating interoperability between content and LMS; now with SCORM and especially Tin Can API, it’s about tracking learning experiences as much as it is about interoperability.
The Hidden Costs of Poor Customer Onboarding
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Churn starts within the first 30 days of customers purchasing a product. A lot of it comes down to the first impression customers get through the onboarding process. A poor experience can result in losing current and future customers, and unnecessary overhead. It’s important to know what a poor onboarding experience looks like, the associated hidden costs, and how to build a top-tier onboarding experience for your customers so you can avoid losing hard-earned revenue.
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