Intercom, Inc.

APRIL 22, 2021

That question has been on Will Larson ‘s mind for a long time. For those who don’t know him, Will has over 10 years of experience in the likes of Yahoo, Digg, Uber, and Stripe, and he’s currently the CTO of Calm , the mindfulness app that helps millions of people to lower their stress levels and sleep better. As it turns out, he’s also quite the writer – since the last time we spoke , he has published not one but two books on engineering.

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Callminer

APRIL 21, 2021

Python already has the ability to call external C/C++ code from Python. Cython greatly simplifies that effort and gives your code a performance boost.

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Inside Customer Service

APRIL 22, 2021

Customer service managers write a lot of procedures. The big challenge is getting employees to follow them. Employees forget. They get confused. Sometimes, they just don't wanna. This creates consequences. Customer experience becomes inconsistent. Service quality erodes. The manager has to spend extra time fixing problems. There is a simple solution.

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Beyond Philosophy

APRIL 23, 2021

Emotions rule your customers’ buying decisions. Sure, their rationality weighs in sometimes, too, but often, it’s the emotional side that drives customers to buy. These two parts of us, the emotional and the rational represent the two ways of thinking that serve as the foundation for understanding customer behavior. Knowing how these two systems of thinking work together and, in some cases, against each other to make decisions is vital to achieving customer-driven growth.

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Speaker: Michael Veatch, Senior Director, Implementations & Ella Aguirre, Director of Solution Consulting

Embedding payments can be a transformative step for software companies looking to enhance their platform capabilities, boost customer satisfaction, and drive long-term growth. However, the success of payments hinges on a single thing: implementation. Drawing on real-world insights and experiences, payments implementation experts Michael Veatch and Ella Aguirre will explore actionable strategies that can lead to a transparent, friction-free launch and mitigate potential challenges like technical

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Intercom, Inc.

APRIL 21, 2021

We recently had an internal discussion about innovation. What does it mean to us, how do we think about it? Like any company, we want to create new and better products that solve important customer problems – but how do our values of moving fast and starting small foster a culture of innovation? Below is my answer for our team. Hopefully it is useful for you in thinking about this topic in your own company.

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Callminer

APRIL 19, 2021

In AI research, we focus a lot of energy on the concept of a category. This blog breaks down what a category is and how we are researching it.

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Fonolo

APRIL 22, 2021

Call centers are constantly balancing efficiency and service quality for their customers. Lean too much in one direction, and your agents will quickly find themselves in a bind. First Call Resolution (FCR) is one of the best metrics for tracking your success in both these areas. It’s no wonder why it’s one of the most widely used KPIs in the contact center industry.

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Customer Think

APRIL 22, 2021

Hybrid workplaces are here to stay even when the pandemic is gone. In this article, we take a look into how organizations can make the most out of this shift. Needless to say, COVID-19 has changed practically every aspect of our life. From the way we socialize to the way we work, nothing remains as […].

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Myra Golden Media

APRIL 23, 2021

Was This Helpful? I’m asking you because I share ideas like this weekly to my private email list. Signup here to get help improving the sound, feel, and flow of your customer interactions.

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Taylor Reach Group

APRIL 23, 2021

By Peg Ayers. When your contact center manager leaves, or you create a new management position, you should always look for a long-term replacement, right? Not necessarily. While a long-term replacement is often the right move, sometimes it’s better to transition with an interim manager. An interim manager is an experienced contact center manager who leads your center for a defined length of time, perhaps three to six months, and then turns over the reins to a new long-term manager hired or pro

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The DiJulius Group

APRIL 21, 2021

The key to building long-term customer loyalty is not through chasing price or luring new customers with discounts, rather it is time to focus on building a positive experience so engaging, so memorable, that your existing clients can’t stop talking about you to others. Is it Possible to Make Price Irrelevant? When I say you. Read Full Article.

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Customer Think

APRIL 23, 2021

A new product, process, service or experience improvement should always start and finish with the intended end user or customer in mind, shouldn’t it? Why is it that we still see market launches that are developed by extremely clever people in product planning, product management, engineering, UX, or even design, that don’t stand the test […].

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Steven Van Belleghem

APRIL 20, 2021

Invent and Wander: The Collected Writings of Jeff Bezos – Walter Isaacson and Jeff Bezos. Few companies are as obsessed by customer experience as Amazon. Which is why the collected writings of Jeff Bezos – from his unique annual shareholder letters to numerous speeches and interviews – that gather his core principles and philosophy are a gold mine for CX leaders.

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Customer Bliss

APRIL 23, 2021

Global Gurus’ list for World’s Top 30 Customer Service Professionals for 2021 came out recently, and I wanted to use it as an opportunity to highlight some of my friends and colleagues who are not only on the list, but who have shared their wisdom on my podcast. (And, of course, I appreciate Global Gurus for including me on the list once again!

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Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, Terrence Sheflin, and Mahyar Ghasemali

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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Heart of the Customer

APRIL 17, 2021

Heart of the Customer’s Jim Tincher sat down with Style Psychology Founder and CEO Kate Nightingale recently, to discuss the role of emotions in the customer experience. (But it’s 2021, so of course “sat down with” means “met on Zoom.”) Below is a lightly edited transcript of that conversation. You can watch the complete video […]. The post Interview: Kate Nightingale of Style Psychology appeared first on Heart of the Customer.

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Customer Think

APRIL 22, 2021

A couple of years ago, if we had asked, all companies would have expressed an interest in developing a mobile application. Even today, companies are eager to develop mobile applications, motivated by a number of factors. With over 3.5 million Android apps and close to 2.5 million iOS apps, it may seem like you’re missing […].

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Steven Van Belleghem

APRIL 19, 2021

At CTRIP, the largest online travel platform in China, 95% of traveler inquiries are answered within 20 seconds. Also, according to Ctrip, all of its customer service representatives are in-house travel specialists, rather than outsourcing call center operations to a 3rd party. They take customer service very seriously. A massive accident occurred on the M25 in Thurrock, England, stranding hundreds of motorists, and forcing people to sleep in their cars overnight.

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Conversocial

APRIL 20, 2021

It’s been roughly a year (and a rough year) since lockdown was announced in London, where my family and I are currently living. During this year, travel bans have been imposed and removed with every passing season. For us - a family of frequent travelers - this meant not seeing our friends and family who are scattered across the globe between sunny Tel Aviv and busy New York.

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Speaker: Miriam Connaughton and Donald Knight

As organizations scale, keeping employees connected, engaged, and productive can seem like a monumental task. But what if AI could help you do all of this and more? AI has the power to help, but the key is implementing it in a way that enhances, rather than replaces, human connection. Join us for an exploration into how industry trailblazers are using AI to transform employee experience at scale while addressing both the potential and the pitfalls.

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Zendesk

APRIL 23, 2021

On your journey to sales greatness, a little inspiration is necessary at times. Whether you’re struggling to meet your targets, feeling bummed after a harsh rejection, or finding it difficult to focus, a few encouraging quotes can help you power through those challenging days. So, we’ve compiled our favorite sales quotes from the likes of Zig Ziglar, Jeffrey Gitomer, Richard Branson, Jill Konrath, and more—all categorized by common obstacles salespeople face: Productivity quotes for knocking out

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Customer Think

APRIL 22, 2021

Over the past couple of months, cookies have returned to being a hot button item for digital marketers. Ranging from Google’s announcement of the removal of cookies in its Chrome browser to the fight between Facebook and Apple, discussions on the death of the third-party cookie and removal of browser and device-related tracking have dominated […].

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Comm100

APRIL 22, 2021

By 2022, CNBC predicts that 75-90% of customer queries will be handled by a chatbot. From Starbucks to Duolingo and in almost every industry in between, top brands are turning to chatbots to improve their customer service and support operations. While some brands were initially hesitant to get onboard, thanks to tech advancements, these chatbot fears are being put to bed.

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TeamSupport

APRIL 20, 2021

What brings meaning into your professional life —. The sense of self-fulfillment? Nice compensation? Friendly colleagues? Hold on a second. I realize this question is a bit heavy. We associate our professional lives with many things, and what makes us happy and motivated about work might be different for everyone. But there’s one thing that motivates most of us: meaning.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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Zendesk

APRIL 21, 2021

Our collective environmental footprint is not a new topic area—but it is one that deserves more attention. Not only because the current rate of climate change poses an existential threat to all life on the planet, but also because it’s a topic that matters to Zendesk employees. Surveyed last October, employee feedback informed four deliberate areas of social impact focus for 2021: Food Insecurity, Mental Health, Digital Equity & Inclusion, and Climate Change.

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Customer Think

APRIL 22, 2021

One of the industries that benefitted from the COVID-19 pandemic is the OTT industry (Over-The-Top). Yes, OTT platforms saw tremendous growth, and they became a major source of entertainment for users. As per Statista, OTT media revenue is predicted to reach over 167 billion U.S. dollars by 2025, more than twice the 83.3 billion earned […].

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Execs In The Know

APRIL 23, 2021

The onset of coronavirus required us all to become crisis management experts overnight. Now, after more than a year of upheaval and change, the world is opening back up – giving us a unique opportunity to capitalize on what we learned to ease the journey into our “new normal.”. The pandemic crisis forever changed the way we live and work. Our own personal and professional experiences leave no doubt that the societal impact of Covid-19 heightened anxieties.

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Intercom

APRIL 20, 2021

The challenges facing customer support leaders are more complex than ever. They need to be able to balance efficiency with a great customer experience , meet rising customer expectations , and keep team morale high , all while ensuring that they don’t blow through their budget or burn out their team. It can seem like an impossible balancing act – but customer support operations can help.

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Zendesk

APRIL 22, 2021

Last year, meeting up with friends looked a lot different. With everyone stuck at home during the pandemic, people were looking for a way to connect safely to do things together, and Discord’s popularity exploded. Originally built for people who wanted to communicate with friends around the world while they played video games, Discord has gained traction with a much wider community.

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Customer Think

APRIL 23, 2021

I originally wrote today’s post for GetFeedback. It appeared on their site on February 26, 2020. One of the biggest mistakes companies can – and do – make with customer feedback is to do nothing at all with it. Remember the old Gartner statistic: 95.

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Beyond Philosophy

APRIL 21, 2021

How to Build UNBREAKABLE Relationships With Your Customers. Brands have a problem sometimes. They get stuck and lose momentum and the ability to respond to changes in the market. Over time that can result in a loss of relevancy to their customers and an inability to keep their customers. Moreover, they lose out on forming solid relationships with customers that allow brands to enjoy the benefits of customer-driven growth.

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Kerry Bodine

APRIL 18, 2021

I’m super excited to be part of Alida ’s Activate Spring Masterclass on May 6 from 1 – 5pm ET. This is your chance to understand how you can quantify the value of customers’ experiences in your business. Whether you’re launching your organization towards a customer-obsessed future or re-evaluating your current focus, mark your calendar for Alida Activate.

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Speaker: Evelyn Chou

Choosing the right business intelligence (BI) platform can feel like navigating a maze of features, promises, and technical jargon. With so many options available, how can you ensure you’re making the right decision for your organization’s unique needs? 🤔 This webinar brings together expert insights to break down the complexities of BI solution vetting.

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