ShepHyken

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. My Comment: This article is actually an interview with PwC Customer Transformation Leader George Korizis. My Comment: This article is actually an interview with PwC Customer Transformation Leader George Korizis.

Customer Service 129

Customer Service B2C B2B SaaS 129

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 12 Ways to Celebrate Customer Service Week by Vanessa Brangwyn. My Comment: Your website is a powerful opportunity to deliver a better customer experience. Here are my top five picks from last week.

Customer Service 213

Customer Service B2B B2C Call Center 213

Totango

MARCH 4, 2022

B2B customer service is often confused with B2B customer success, but they are not the same. Despite their differences, however, they do share an intimate relationship – you need strong customer service to achieve customer success. What is B2B Customer Service? Server interruptions.

B2B 91

B2B Customer Service Interactive Voice Response B2C 91

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 3 Ways To ‘Innovate’ The Customer Experience by Sanjay Monga. This is what will help customers choose you over your competition. My Comment: Some people would rather go to the dentist than call customer support.

Customer Service 211

Customer Service B2C Government Call Center 211

ShepHyken

MAY 4, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Experience is the way! 7 Guidelines Starting Customer Experience by Christine Crandell. My Comment: What business doesn’t want customer loyalty? Here are my top five picks from last week.

Customer Service 240

Customer Service B2C B2B Contact Center 240

Aspect

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

With the advancement of technology, including artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language understanding, customers don’t always know if they are talking to a computer or a live agent. Chatbots not only reduce the strain on business resources, they also help customers get things done faster. Technology alone cannot assure that.

B2C 87

B2C Chatbots Healthcare Banking 87

Nicereply

MARCH 10, 2021

Outsourcing customer support is an effective way to manage your customer service system, but it can be a double-edged sword. Customer support is the backbone of a lasting relationship between you and your customers (current and potential).

outsourcing 98

outsourcing Customer Support Automotive B2C 98

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 4, 2022

The Link Between Soccer (Football) and Customer Service. Shep Hyken interviews Gregorio Uglioni, a customer experience specialist, host of CX Goalkeeper , and author of Customer Experience 4 (CX4). What can customer service teams learn from soccer teams? Turn customers into fans.

Brand ambassadors 162

Brand ambassadors B2C Coaching B2B 162

CSM Magazine

MAY 16, 2023

More businesses are recognising the value of outstanding customer service. In fact, 88% of companies now prioritise customer experience in their contact centres. Providing an outstanding customer support experience can strengthen these relationships.

B2B 52

B2B Customer Support outsourcing Customer centricity 52

aircall

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

Corporate finance teams tend to view customer support as a cost saver at best and a cost center at worst. These customer support statistics tell that revenue-related story. Poor Customer Support Stalls Growth. Nothing scares away future revenue quite like a reputation for subpar customer service.

Customer Support 115

Customer Support B2C Upselling B2B 115

TeamSupport

AUGUST 5, 2020

A simple way to get a response from a business without having to call (and often face hold times) or email—like we discussed in Part 1—live chat for customer service is a real-time form of communication many businesses leverage daily. Many times, the customer has given up by then. To Bot or Not to Bot? That is the Question.

B2B 89

B2B Customer Support B2C Personalization 89

TeamSupport

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Congress declared the first full week in October “ National Customer Service Week.” It is a week many companies use to say thanks, encourage, express gratitude, and show their appreciation for their customer service employees. Global events have changed the way companies—whether B2B or B2C—interact with their customers.

Customer Service 101

Customer Service Brand ambassadors B2C Morale 101

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 24, 2017

This week we feature an article by Brooke Harper who writes about the importance of using social media to provide great customer service. If you’re not monitoring what customers are saying about you and your company on social media, what are you waiting for?! – Shep Hyken. Communication is key to great service.

Customer Service 221

Customer Service B2B B2C Accountability 221

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Depending on what we sell, whether B2B or B2C, the buying cycle may take more than one visit. So, when does the customer start making the decision to buy? It happens between the moment the customer thinks of you and the time they actually buy. Everything that happens leading up to the sale is part of the customer experience.

B2C 316

B2C Entertainment B2B Sales 316

Bill Quiseng

MAY 10, 2023

So I encourage you to remind yourself and your colleagues every day about each one of these 25 QUI QUOTES about customers and customer service. FIRST BEST First, be the best to your customers. When it comes to customers and customer service, don’t be just good. Focus on the customer, not technology.

Customer Service 78

Customer Service B2C Customer Care Advertising 78

Vcaretec

JUNE 1, 2022

For small businesses, investing in customer service doesn't seem urgent. Customer experiences define and shape the growth and success of a business. The way you treat prospects and existing customers affect brand perception. And that's why you should not neglect customer support at any stage of your business.

Customer Support 52

Customer Support B2B B2C Call Center 52

ShepHyken

JANUARY 16, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. 5 Stages to Building Customer Loyalty by Melissa Gonzalez. IBM) As a digital marketer, it’s important to remember that a long-lasting customer relationship takes time and trust; and trust takes a lifetime to build and a second to break.

Customer Service 219

Customer Service Customer retention B2C Contact Center 219

GetFeedback

DECEMBER 4, 2018

For us customer service folks it’s the time of the year that we call: the not-so-jolly holiday rush. For B2C companies, the holiday rush means a significant increase in support requests from customers trying to finish their holiday shopping. I’ll be the first to admit that support people apologize far too much.

Customer Service 103

Customer Service B2C B2B Self service 103

CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

The 2021 Customer Support Trends Report shows how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting support leaders’ annual plans and identifies conversational support as a key strategic area of investment in 2021. The report is based on a survey of nearly 600 customer support leaders from B2B and B2C organizations.

Customer Support 52

Customer Support B2C Chatbots B2B 52

Bill Quiseng

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Today’s course is a prerequisite for business professionals in the B2C or hospitality industry. This is not a customer service training class. Ideally, all of you will be enthused and energized to engage customers, not just to satisfy, but to WOW them. Customer service is what you do for your customers.

B2C 78

B2C B2B Education Metrics 78

Ameyo

JULY 15, 2018

The harsh reality for today’s business organizations is that it takes months to find a customer and just few seconds to lose one. In the age of instant gratification, nobody likes to wait and if you are a B2C brand, then this becomes an even bigger issue. Your customers want quick answers to the queries at their convenience.

Customer Support 60

Customer Support B2C Customer Experience Customer Service 60

CSM Magazine

MAY 2, 2023

Whether you run a B2B or B2C business, one thing remains an undeniable fact: Customers are always right if their concerns are true and the expectations are realistic. However, the way businesses keep in touch with clients or potential customers depends on the business type and characteristics. The biggest one is timing.

Technology 52

Technology Customer Service Chatbots B2C 52

Quiq

JANUARY 18, 2021

Share This Story The use of formal or casual language by a customer service representative sets the tone of engagements that can either impress or frustrate. Here’s a breakdown that gives valuable guidance for customer interactions and helps agents feel more confident in their communications.

B2C 52

B2C Customer Service B2B Surveys 52

Quiq

JANUARY 18, 2021

Share This Story The use of formal or casual language by a customer service representative sets the tone of engagements that can either impress or frustrate. Here’s a breakdown that gives valuable guidance for customer interactions and helps agents feel more confident in their communications.

B2C 52

B2C Customer Service B2B Surveys 52

Solvvy

AUGUST 21, 2020

The Time is Right for a Customer Support Chatbot. In 2020 it’s become more important than ever to provide your customers with fast, effective, and personalized support. Top companies need to be able to handle increased volumes and customer expectations with fewer resources. What is a Next-Gen Chatbot?

Chatbots 62

Chatbots Customer Support Self service B2C 62

Totango

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

This encompasses interactions with your brand during all stages of their customer journey , including before purchase, during the buying process, and after making a purchase. B2B customer experience differs from B2C customer experience in several important ways. Why Take B2B Customer Experience Seriously?

B2B 107

B2B Customer Experience B2C SaaS 107

Comm100

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Welcome to part three in our series exploring digital transformation in customer service. In this series, we’ve been looking at how digital transformation is helping organizations transition to a digital customer service offering that benefit both them and their customers.

Customer Service 86

Customer Service Chatbots Banking B2C 86

aircall

JUNE 9, 2021

Multiple studies, articles, and experts highlight the importance of delivering excellent customer service. Choosing the most effective customer service channels is a good way to start. Customer expectations are higher than ever before: 54% of customers have higher expectations in 2021 than they did in 2020.

Customer Service 62

Customer Service Multichannel Self service Customer Support 62

TeamSupport

DECEMBER 21, 2018

The fundamental principles that define effective customer service apply across all industries and business types. But certain distinctive characteristics of the business-to-business (B2B) environment can have a huge influence on your approach to training customer service staff.

B2B 49

B2B Customer Service B2C Customer Support 49

Comm100

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Cutting wait time, reducing operational costs, and improving conversions are just some of the customer service superpowers already enabled by AI. In this case, the customer service chatbot can show empathy and assure patients the doctor will never judge them. Let’s explore the top 6 chatbot examples of 2020.

Chatbots 57

Chatbots Customer Service Banking Healthcare 57

JivoChat

APRIL 28, 2021

Customer service is king. What many companies fail to realize is that there are many different types of customer service. An essential aspect of customer service is engaging with customers where they are when they need you. Reactive vs. Proactive Types of Customer Service.

Customer Service 59

Customer Service Customer Experience Chatbots Self service 59

Bill Quiseng

JUNE 21, 2023

They seek the best emotional value in their entire experience, not the minutiae of your logically reasonable best price, product, or service, virtual or physical locations, AI, live chat, or face-to-face customer support, or the many other small details of your experience. Customers don’t seek B2B or B2C businesses.

B2C 134

B2C B2B Personalization Customer Support 134

Totango

JULY 18, 2018

According to data from Forrester Research, almost two-thirds of interactions between a customer and a company take place through the Customer Service department. Customers often turn to Customer Service or Customer Support teams for help throughout the customer journey.

Customer Support 56

Customer Support B2C Customer retention Upselling 56

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How To Find A Balance Between Automation And Empathy In Customer Service by Murph Krajewski. Customers still want it, yet with a push for a digital or automated customer service platform, how can you achieve that?

Customer Service 43

Customer Service B2B B2C Advertising 43

Comm100

JANUARY 21, 2020

Whether you’re new to digital omnichannel or your company is already deep into digital transformation for customer service, it’s always important to check the health of your digital customer journey. So, what should you look at when planning or evaluating your customers’ digital journey? B2B vs. B2C conversion.

B2C 83

B2C B2B Benchmark Best practices 83

aircall

JUNE 2, 2021

How do you let your customers know about your new products and services? Everyone knows that effective communication is the foundation of good customer service. Although there are multiple types of communication channels available today, we’ll tackle the seven most important and most frequently used for customer service.

Personalization 62

Personalization Customer Service B2B Self service 62

Comm100

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

From a business point of view, it can be assumed that friction is bad because it interferes with business processes and negatively impacts customer service. Sadly, examples of friction in customer service are all around us: Having to queue in line to pay for a product or to wait for some service.

Customer Service 45

Customer Service B2C B2B Journey mapping 45