ShepHyken

MARCH 10, 2017

This week on our Friends on Friday guest blog post my colleague, Steven Macdonald, shares the results of a study examining how companies around the world respond to customer service requests. The results from the study revealed an alarming picture of how companies ignore some of the most fundamental best practices in customer service.

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Beyond Philosophy

AUGUST 15, 2019

What gets measured gets managed. This oft-quoted line from Peter Drucker is more pertinent today than ever concerning Customer Experience strategy. Every marketer should measure their performance in Customer Experience to understand what drives value for customers. . Both are vital to measurement.

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Beyond Philosophy

MAY 5, 2022

Have you ever heard of the Milgram experiment? This behavioral experiment tested whether one participant would deliver electric shocks to another participant at a fatal level even as they listened to the second participant’s screams of pain. Once you abstract the experiment, it reduces the general findings.

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Help Scout

AUGUST 11, 2021

One of the best ways to stay current with trends and customer needs is by following customer service blogs. Reading about the tools and techniques that other companies are using to provide excellent experiences helps inform your team and strategy on doing the same. Motivational quotes on customer service.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 18, 2017

This week we feature an article by Martha Brooke who writes about how to execute a customer satisfaction survey that gives you the data you need. Even the shortest business trip results in at least 5 surveys: Delta wants to know about your flight; Hilton wants to know about your stay; Enterprise asks about your car rental and on and on.

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Beyond Philosophy

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Patterson and her team spoke with the customer service teams, customers, and sales teams. Patterson and her team spoke with the customer service teams, customers, and sales teams. They found that there were many moments where the organization interacted with the customer throughout the journey. Rule #2: Measure.

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Beyond Philosophy

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

Customer Experience as an industry is at a crossroads. In our recent podcast, we had a guest Bob Thompson, CEO of Customer Think Corp., an independent research and publishing firm focused on customer-centric business management and the founder and editor-in-chief of CustomerThink.com. It’s time to put up or shut up.

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Enghouse Interactive

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Trends and Realities of Successful Organizations (Blog Series). Contact centers, using AI and UCaaS, drive better customer service perceptions, agent performance and improve overall outcomes. Blog #4 of 4: Key Findings and Where to Focus Your Optimization Efforts . How Best to Engage with Customers and Prospects.

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Win the Customer

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Customer satisfaction is not just a feel-good metric; it’s a tangible indicator of how well your products, services, and interactions resonate with your audience. In this blog post, we’ll explore the significance of measuring customer satisfaction and delve into key metrics that provide valuable insights.

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Win the Customer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Delivering an exceptional customer experience (CX) isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a strategic imperative. However, in order to truly understand and improve the CX you’re offering, you need to measure it. This is where CX metrics for success come into play. Essential CX Metrics for Success 1.

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ProProfs Blog

DECEMBER 11, 2020

They even help you understand if your customers are satisfied or not. There are multiple customer satisfaction metrics that your business can use to get answers to questions like “Is my customer satisfied?” or “Are we successful as a brand to create an awesome experience for our customers?”. That’s not all.

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Nicereply

JANUARY 23, 2023

Measuring your customer experience (CX) can feel complicated. There are so many different CX metrics you could track. Studies show that focusing on creating a great customer experience reduces customer churn, creates l oyal customers , and increases customer engagement.

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ChurnZero

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Top 10 Blog Posts from 2020. 9 Well-Meaning Yet Harmful Phrases to Avoid with Customers. This article is a roundup of the not-so-obvious phrases you should avoid saying to a customer no matter how well-intentioned or deserved. Check out this post to see if you’re inadvertently sending subliminal negativity to your customers.

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ProProfs Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Have you ever heard, “Customer Satisfaction isn’t necessary for a business success?”. Because without satisfying the customer’s needs, you cannot offer them a delightful experience, which inevitably results in customer churn and poor revenue generation. What is Customer Satisfaction? Probably not! Did you know?

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Lumoa

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

The focus on enhancing customer experience has gained traction in recent years. As businesses recognize its value, the shift from a product-centered approach to a customer-centric one continues. Actionability is also, as we believe, one of the essential aspects of customer experience management.

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Nicereply

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

A company’s ability to understand and optimize customer satisfaction directly impacts customer retention, advocacy, and ultimately, profitability. As a customer experience professional, you’re at the forefront of this battle for consumer loyalty and satisfaction. What is a CSAT (Customer Satisfaction Score)?

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Nicereply

JANUARY 27, 2022

Today we will go through 12 things to do to improve your customer support in 2022. 12 things to do to improve your customer support. Blog tip: 3 Customer Service Skills for Handling Difficult Conversations. Blog tip: 6 Tips for Writing Satisfying Customer Service Responses. Help customers to help themselves.

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Comm100

APRIL 2, 2024

Customer satisfaction (CSAT) scores are a vital metric for any business trying to track and improve their customer service and support. The scores provide a snapshot of how satisfied your customers are with your products or services, indicating areas of success and those needing improvement.

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ClientSuccess

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

There are an overwhelming amount of metrics that you can measure to track customer success. So, to break through the fray and give you a place to start, Client Success has created THE list of the most valuable customer success metrics. If your company is B2B, this could be interpreted as average revenue per logo.

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Totango

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

In this post, we’ll focus on this important customer satisfaction metric. We’ll discuss how to measure CSAT within the context of your customer lifecycle. CSAT stands for customer satisfaction or, when referred to as a key performance indicator, customer satisfaction score. CSAT Versus NPS.

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Nicereply

MAY 16, 2022

CSAT surveys are among the most widely used metrics. Not only because they tell you a lot about your customers’ opinions, but because CSAT surveys can be very flexible. Not only because they tell you a lot about your customers’ opinions, but because CSAT surveys can be very flexible. 5-Star Scale.

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Call Design

JULY 6, 2021

It provides the necessary contact point for customers to connect with brands, whether that be troubleshooting, simple questions or administrative needs. Here’s a list of 10 key metrics that can be used by contact centre managers to ensure the delivery of both strong customer experiences and financial performance through workforce efficiency.

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GetFeedback

JULY 14, 2018

A blog survey is simple but powerful way to learn more about your audience. With just a few questions, you can measure reader satisfaction, promote new content, and convert more blog traffic. Here are step-by-step instructions on launching an awesome blog survey in under 30 minutes. Building a Blog Survey.

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aircall

AUGUST 29, 2022

Recently, there’s been a lot of buzz about how to measure productivity. Or the impact of the resolutions provided to customers? That’s why business leaders must understand what call center productivity is, how to measure it, and how to improve it. Key takeaway: Productivity can’t be measured with just one metric.

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Totango

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

How can you ensure you’re aligning resources to the right initiatives that will protect and grow your customer base? Thankfully, customer success operations has come to the rescue. Chris says, “Your teams should be talking about, ‘What journey do I need to build to get my customer to their outcome?’”

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Hodusoft

JUNE 8, 2022

Top Call Center Metrics and KPIs to Every Business Should Track. Running a call center is stressful as there are hundreds, if not thousands, of calls that you have to manage every day while ensuring to deliver outstanding customer service. But how do you decide what metrics are to measure? . Customer Retention Rate.

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AWS Machine Learning

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

This process requires breaking down data into three categories: 1) measurements available from the physical system, 2) the set of actions that can be taken upon the system, and 3) a numerical metric (reward) of equipment performance. The algorithm trained in this blog post is called “ Conservative Q Learning ” (CQL).

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GetFeedback

APRIL 22, 2019

Customer Satisfaction Score (CSAT) surveys have emerged as the gold standard for measuring how customers perceive their interactions with a brand. However, there are many different survey methods to choose from to measure a customer’s experience — including Customer Effort Score (CES) , Net Promoter Score (NPS) , and many more.

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Totango

JULY 6, 2021

Measuring customer loyalty gauges the strength of your client relationships, helping you predict and manage performance. Loyal customers are likely to buy from you again and refer you to others, increasing your revenue. Customers who don’t feel committed to your brand are more likely to churn and spread negative word-of-mouth.

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Nicereply

JUNE 6, 2022

Everything you need to know about Customer Effort Score – why is so important and how to measure it. Let’s talk about a popular survey type known as the Customer Effort Score (CES) and discuss what it is; when to use it; and why it’s so important for your brand. What is the Customer Effort Score (CES)?

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Nicereply

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Customer success metrics are essential to the growth of every SaaS company. Measuring key performance indicators (KPI) should be a standard business practice, ensuring organizations measure progress toward strategic objectives, and identifying strengths and areas for improvement. But what exactly is customer success?

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ProProfs Blog

MARCH 18, 2020

When you read these, it doesn’t seem too difficult to estimate customers’ satisfaction level, right? What if you need more constructive feedback to make things better for your customers? Well, you have to understand how to measure customer satisfaction by expressing it in meaningful, comparable, and unbiased numbers.

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NobelBiz

MARCH 5, 2024

Are you grappling with the complexities of call center metrics, seeking to elevate customer experience, and driving operational excellence through insightful data analysis? This comprehensive approach allows businesses of all sizes to unlock a deeper understanding of their customer’s journey, preferences, and pain points.

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Nicereply

JUNE 6, 2022

Everything you need to know about Customer Effort Score – why is so important and how to measure it. Let’s talk about a popular survey type known as the Customer Effort Score (CES) and discuss what it is; when to use it; and why it’s so important for your brand. What is the Customer Effort Score (CES)?

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CSM Magazine

APRIL 27, 2023

Customer satisfaction is one of the most important variables for any organization, and measuring it is essential for understanding how your consumers perceive your products, services, and brand. The good news is that there are various metrics and technologies available to help you measure and enhance customer satisfaction.

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ProProfs Blog

APRIL 17, 2020

Customers always have so many options in the market to choose their desired product or service. In short, your success relies on the fact that your customers don’t leave you. And if you successfully increase customer retention rates by 5%, then you can boost profits by 25% to 95%. 1: Customer Churn Rate. #2:

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Nicereply

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

It can be really hard to discern how your customers truly feel about your company, product, or service. This gray area i s a pain point for all businesses and leaves them without a clear path to improving offerings and meeting customers’ needs. This article will discuss a good NPS score in 2023 and how you can measure your NPS.

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