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From the Switchboard to Social Media: A Brief History of Customer Service

Sales and Marketing Management

From a business standpoint, it’s imperative to provide customer service across a multiplicity of channels, too. It wasn’t all that long ago when “contacting customer service” simply meant visiting a store or office and talking to the owner or manager. What’s Next for Customer Service? You’ve Got Mail!

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Holistic Customer Service: Why Customer Experience Is a Shared Responsibility in the Company

Pipeliner

The concept of customer service has evolved from a post-sale afterthought to a key driver of business success. Today, it’s not just about solving customer problems but creating an experience that resonates with them at every touchpoint. This brings us to the core concept of holistic customer service.

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Behind the Numbers: How Consumer Retail Benefits from CX Training

Miller Heiman Group

Online shopping makes it easier for consumers to shop more often, and throughout the day. This means that, for most consumers, the retail experience may start anywhere: on a website or during a phone call, in an email or on a live chat with customer service.

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How To Build Trust With Consumers And Why You Need To!

Smooth Sale

Attract the Right Job Or Clientele: How To Build Trust With Consumers And Why You Need To! Our collaborative blog provides insights on how to build trust with consumers and the need for doing so. Your top priority is building trust with consumers and encouraging them to approach you. Trust Is The Success Factor.

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7 Must-Have Automated Documents for Sales Success

Companies are increasingly implementing technology to bring efficiency to their workforce. Data accessibility aside, teams continuously struggle with manual processes for document generation. Learn why automating your documents is key to sales success.

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How Aligning Sales And Customer Service Helps You Win

Miller Heiman Group

Buyers now expect the innovation they’ve experienced as consumers when they’re buying solutions at the workplace—and less than one-third report that B2B sellers exceed their expectations. One way that sellers can work on improving buyer perception and exceeding those expectations is to consider the role that service plays in B2B sales.

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Trash to Cash: 3 Business Opportunities for Entrepreneurs in 'Fix It' Culture

Hubspot Sales

Community repair sites like Repair Cafes are in demand as consumers turn to fixing their old stuff, from vacuum cleaners and lamps to clothing and phones. You can create an interactive experience where customers can choose from a variety of fabrics, colors, and designs to give their repaired items a unique touch.