“Loyalty is not about a lifetime. It's about the next time and every time.”
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Summary
CX leader Shep Hyken discuss why even the best technology in the world is no replacement for the human touch in businesses. He addresses important questions such as:
- Will AI take over customer service jobs?
- Cost vs. CX: How to make the right choice
- The secret recipe to brand loyalty
- The most important job of a customer service agent
- How to cater to varied expectations from different generations
- How to hit upon amazing customer experience ideas
Most importantly, Shep also spills the beans on what magic and music taught him about CX from a very young age. Tune in to get CX-WISER!
Episode Highlights
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Episode Insights
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