The-Limits-of-Customer-Rewards-A-Support-Story

Ever found yourself lured by those glitzy “Earn Points Now” signs or exclusive member-only deals? You’re not alone. The business landscape is awash with customer rewards, seducing us into believing that a free coffee or a discounted second purchase is the endgame of a rewarding customer relationship. Think again. Now, this isn’t a takedown of…

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Reaching Iconic Customer Service A Three-Tier Guide 3

Ever think of customer service as a secret weapon? It can be — or it can be a nuclear torpedo. Here is a dive deep into the Customer Service Level Framework. It’s a three-tiered guide that elevates you beyond market share and into the realm of mindshare. Remember, your customers aren’t just numbers—they’re your secret…

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Chatbots and Offshore Outsourcing The Optimal Synergy

Chatbots versus offshore outsourcing for customer support — it’s the clash that’s got the business world buzzing. Chatbots, those slick bundles of algorithms, are frequently crowned as the destined overlords of customer interactions. But hold the phone — are they truly the saviors we’ve been holding out for, or are we downplaying the irreplaceable magic…

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Where to Cut? The Back Office Conundrum

Part 2 of A Three-Part Series in The Perils of Downsizing During Harsh Economic Times Imagine a ship. You see that it’s taking in water and your first instinct is to throw out some weight. Seems logical, right? The back office might seem like dead weight. After all, they’re not on the frontline, not always…

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