The Sales Heretic

AUGUST 14, 2019

I had just checked in at the Sheraton hotel in Tampa, Florida, where I was conducting a sales training seminar the next day. I was hungry. Now, normally when I’m traveling, I like to get out of the hotel and find a good, local restaurant to eat at. But this evening, it was late and [.].

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Sales and Marketing Management

MARCH 4, 2018

Author: Ajay Gupta It’s well-known that keeping customers is much more cost-effective and profitable than securing new clients. Harvard Business Review estimated that customer acquisition is 5 to 25 times as expensive as customer retention. Put your whole team in a customer-facing role. What to do?

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Nimble - Sales

OCTOBER 30, 2023

In the realm of customer-focused business strategies, the terms “customer support” and “customer service” are often used interchangeably. After all, both are dedicated to assisting customers and ensuring a positive experience.

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Sales and Marketing Management

AUGUST 20, 2017

Author: Jeff Mowatt When organizations invite me to speak at their conferences or train their team members, we start with trends that are impacting their customer relationships. Here are four customer service trends along with some tips for capitalizing on them to boost your business. Good service is wallpaper.

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Pipeliner

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

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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Pipeliner

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Technology has revolutionized customer service. Businesses can use many technologies to engage with customers and fulfill their requests. New technologies are emerging that will transform the way companies deliver customer service in the years to come. Why You Need Tech for B2B Customer Service.

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Sales and Marketing Management

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

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. Operators Are Standing By. Thus the call center was born. Don’t @ Me.

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SalesFuel

JUNE 12, 2024

A strong customer service strategy is key to keeping customers happy and your success going. Why you should kick off your customer service strategy right away According to Act-On , “90% of consumers report their post-purchase experience is just as important as the quality of the products.”

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Jeffrey Gitomer

APRIL 6, 2018

Customer Service is the never–ending pursuit of excellence to keep customers so satisfied that they tell others of the way they were treated in your place of business. Is that the way your customers feel?

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Nutshell

MAY 19, 2023

A key element in attracting and retaining loyal customers is improving customer satisfaction. By integrating your customer relationship management (CRM) software with customer service and support platforms, you can increase customer loyalty and improve customer satisfaction.

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Smooth Sale

MAY 26, 2022

Attract the Right Job Or Clientele: How to Enhance Your Business Approach to Customer Service. Our collaborative blog offers insights on ‘How to enhance your business approach to customer service.’ ’ Customer service is something that most businesses know they need to get right.

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Smooth Sale

JUNE 8, 2022

Attract the Right Job Or Clientele: Do You Ensure a Smooth Running Customer Service Department ? Our collaborative Blog provides insights on ‘How to ensure a smooth running customer service department.’. Doing so can minimize any problems or glitches occurring and maximize customer satisfaction.

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The Sales Heretic

APRIL 11, 2018

James Saucedo isn’t a salesperson. But most salespeople could learn a thing or two from him. James drives a shuttle van for the Courtyard by Marriott hotel in Austin, Texas. I had the pleasure of riding in his van when I flew into Austin not long ago. Just before he pulled the van away from [.].

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Salesmate

MAY 5, 2020

Sales and customer service were once considered completely different areas of business – divided into two different departments, each having different goals, objectives, and strategies. Traditionally, sales teams would bring in new customers, while customer service teams were expected to take care of them.

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Zendesk Sell

DECEMBER 4, 2018

The customer experience today is more relational and less transactional than ever before. This is a great thing for customers, and it’s a great thing for businesses that want to build long-term relationships with those customers. Sales teams are measured by: The number of calls made. The length of calls.

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The Sales Hunter

FEBRUARY 25, 2013

The title on your card says “sales.” ” Your job description says “sales” and you’re part of the sales team. If that’s the case, then why are you acting like a customer service person? I’m not bashing customer service people.

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Increase Sales

JULY 21, 2017

Bad customer service should not be one of them. Top sales performers know how to overcome a sales objection. Yet when that sales objection is something beyond their control such as customer service, delivery by another vendor to invoicing, earning the sale becomes even more difficult.

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SocialSellinator

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Discover how a Facebook chatbot can revolutionize your customer service! Get 24/7 support, efficient query resolution, and boost sales with our tips.

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Sell Integrity

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Most companies like to say they provide great customer service and deliver it with integrity, but what does that really mean? Have you created a customer service strategy that defines those expectations? . For example, do they know not to speak to customers in a bored or impatient tone? By Steve Schmidt.

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Sales Hacker

MAY 31, 2022

We all want the shiny new logos – but what about the opportunities right in front of you, with your existing customers? Research shows that it costs businesses 6-7x more to acquire new customers than to retain existing ones.

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Understanding the Sales Force

JUNE 26, 2014

Understanding the Sales Force by Dave Kurlan Yesterday, I was returning from New Orleans on an airline I had previously decided never to use again. Yes, they sold me, for a second straight time, that flying United is not a good experience, their people don''t care, putting their own needs first, ahead of their customers.

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Nutshell

MARCH 8, 2023

Customer relationship management (CRM) brings multifaceted benefits to your company and its various departments. Especially when it comes to the customer lifecycle and CRM, the possibilities are endless. But CRM does more than just support your customer service team. What is the customer lifecycle?

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Increase Sales

DECEMBER 18, 2014

Great customer service makes or breaks any business from the smallest mom and pop shop to the national franchise. These past weeks while on vacation I have experienced the best of customer service and the worst of it. Within one hour, my husband and I experienced the best and the worse of customer service times.

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MTD Sales Training

MARCH 30, 2012

Providing unparalleled customer service, and after the-sale service, in today’s marketplace, is essential in maintaining customer loyalty. Check it Out Following are three mission critical points for providing good customer service. Although these [.]

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BrainShark

MARCH 29, 2022

The right customer service training software can help you onboard agents faster, track their learning progress, and ensure they always have access to relevant information for resolving client issues quickly. There’s no way to evaluate how agents will use the training information when talking to customers. Articulate. Brainshark.

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Understanding the Sales Force

NOVEMBER 23, 2015

Last week, during my travels to Poland and back, I experienced how companies are using customer service as sales tools. In most cases, customer service tends to be vanilla, bland, and although professional in its approach, it is typically highly unspectacular.

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Increase Sales

MARCH 23, 2017

Once again I realized how truly priceless the first customer service experience really is. He only reaffirmed my first customer service experience with the Repair Department at Attwoods. So a $75 service call turned into an over $2,000 sale. Credit www.pixabay.com. Must Have Internet. Share on Facebook.

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Apptivo

APRIL 19, 2022

Customers are the prime reason for the survival of any business. No matter what the organization offers, it can only sustain in the market with a willing group of customers to buy their product or to enjoy their service. Happy and delighted customers pave the way for the growth of the business. Types of customer service.

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Zendesk Sell

JANUARY 8, 2019

Great customer service is a key part of any successful business. Poor customer service has the opposite effect. According to the NewVoiceMedia’s 2018 “Serial Switchers” report , poor customer service costs businesses around $75 billion a year. Only 5% did not share a negative customer service experience.

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Increase Sales

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

How many times do those in B2B or even B2C industries fail to understand customer service is sales. A new report just released by Astound Commerce through secret shoppers recognized seven retailers who excel in customer service through: Must have website. Overall customer service. Visibility.

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SugarCRM

JUNE 4, 2024

In today’s business landscape, customer service is a critical differentiator for businesses that aim to remain relevant and competitive. Traditional customer service methods are no longer enough to meet growing and dynamic consumer demands. Enter generative AI.

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Miller Heiman Group

JUNE 4, 2019

It’s a buyers market, even in B2B sales. 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. Let’s start by considering how customer perception has evolved in the past few years. Customer Loyalty: The Secret to Success.

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Sell Integrity

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Differentiating on service isn’t just a smart strategy for growth; increasingly, it’s a survival strategy. In a world where customers have more options available to them — and more ways to vent frustrations publicly — you can’t afford to drop the ball on excellent customer service. Why Excellent Customer Service Matters.

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Understanding the Sales Force

JULY 10, 2023

It's been quite a while since I've written an article about the role that customer service plays in the retention and renewal of customers and accounts.

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SBI Growth

MAY 24, 2021

Inefficient activity assignment and role clarity issues within your organization can drive down important metrics such as your customer service satisfaction or net promotor scores. As a Sales Leader, you’re liable for understanding where your individual contributors need to be.

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