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5 Rules That Absolutely Build Customer Loyalty

Beyond Philosophy

Many organizations drive their actions to suit quarterly reporting, sales figures, and profits for this year and, as a result, don’t think long term. Wells Fargo is a big retail bank in the U.S. Airlines have this a bit, too. Many times, you fly an airline even when you don’t like them.

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At A Fork In the Road: As a Customer Relationship Driver, Where Is Branch Banking Headed?

Beyond Philosophy

Both quotes seem to apply to what is currently transpiring with retail branch banking, and where it seems to be trending. Banks can’t quite make up their minds about what branches are supposed to be. The largest banks appear to be all about building branch relationships through technology. Are they both? Are they neither?

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How will COVID-19 change customer behavior and habits?

Beyond Philosophy

I’ve received a number of messages from airlines, hotel chains and travel site CEO’s about all the measures they are taking, the policies they are changing, etc. A friend of mine told me, he received a text message from his bank that he’ll be charged for some supplementary medical insurance contract he signed 3 years ago.

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Nuances of Delighting Customers: An Exclusive Interview with Mr. Gangadhar Krishna, Customer Service Consultant

Customer Guru

Continuing with our initiative of sharing experiences of top-notch CX experts, we have another gem of an interview with Mr. Gangadhar Krishna, an independent author, coach, trainer and consultant in customer service and excellence. Circumstances forced me into retail banking in Dubai. I returned to Dubai and joined an elevator company.

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Loyalty Programs!?! We Don’t Need No Stinkin’ Loyalty Programs!!!

Beyond Philosophy

Walmart, has been considering development of its own ‘house’ bank, which would provide even more customer data. What Publix does, instead of loyalty cards, is try different alternative approaches to build sales. Some retailers do more than emphasize the sales and service fundamentals. Like Tesco is already doing in the U.K,

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When “Virtual” is Better:

Skybridge

Many customers who call the hotlines of airlines, retailers and financial-services firms, among others, encounter hours long wait times, hearing recorded messages saying help is currently unavailable. Some of the most-needed services, such as banking and health-care, involve especially sensitive information. The American Express Co.

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As COVID-19 Wreaks Havoc for Traditional Customer Service Platforms, A Handful of North American Call Centers Step Up to Fill the Need

Skybridge

Many customers who call the hotlines of airlines, retailers and financial-services firms, among others, encounter hours long wait times, hearing recorded messages saying help is currently unavailable. Some of the most-needed services, such as banking and health-care, involve especially sensitive information. The American Express Co.