Act-On

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Email nurture campaigns help you build affinity with both customers and prospects. Blog Learn More Go deeper with your existing customers through lead nurturing Growing customer lifetime value (CLV) isn’t a new concept to marketers. Email nurture campaigns can help you go deeper with your existing customers and grow your CLV.

Lead Nurturing 190

Lead Nurturing Lead Scoring Lead Ranking Top of Funnel 190

Heinz Marketing

JUNE 2, 2023

By Carly Bauer , Marketing Consultant at Heinz Marketing In today’s highly competitive business landscape, building customer loyalty and trust is paramount to the success of any organization. But how can businesses cultivate customer loyalty and trust? Be open about your products, services, pricing, and policies.

Ad Building 107

Ad Building Loyalty Customer Satisfaction Word of Mouth 107

Webbiquity

JANUARY 23, 2024

Acquiring new customers is vital for every business. But with the steep rise in customer acquisition costs , and research showing it costs up to five times more to acquire a new customer than to keep an existing one, you can’t ignore the importance of customer retention. What do you need for better customer retention?

Customer Satisfaction 150

Customer Satisfaction Social Media Advertising Benchmark Acquisitions 150

Spiralytics

APRIL 25, 2024

Many SaaS businesses emphasize acquiring new customers. Hence, SaaS companies should equally focus on reducing customer churn. A key to sustainable success thus lies in SaaS customer retention , which nurtures existing ones. This is where you’d want to extend CRM use rather than keep it to store customer data.

CRM 62

CRM Cross-Selling Paid Search Agency B2B Marketing 62

Vision Edge Marketing

JUNE 6, 2023

Today’s highly competitive business environment is driven by the always-moving customer-centricity goal post. It requires creating customer value which in turn requires a customer-centric approach. So, achieving sustainable growth requires more than just increasing revenue or market share.

Touchpoints 184

Touchpoints CMO Work Management Cross-Selling 184

Heinz Marketing

JUNE 2, 2023

By Carly Bauer , Marketing Consultant at Heinz Marketing In today’s highly competitive business landscape, building customer loyalty and trust is paramount to the success of any organization. But how can businesses cultivate customer loyalty and trust? Be open about your products, services, pricing, and policies.

Ad Building 60

Ad Building Loyalty Customer Satisfaction Word of Mouth 60

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

By automating data collection, analysis, and delivery, retail artificial intelligence solutions help you act on insights faster and more efficiently, while leveling up both the employee and customer experience. When all departments use the same data, it’s easier to collaborate, and takes less time to act. Here’s how.

Marketing AI 92

Marketing AI Ad Building Merchandising Loyalty 92

Outgrow

APRIL 8, 2024

It’s not just about having a great product or service; it’s about how customers perceive and connect with your brand. When customers like you, they tend to stick around, recommend it to others, and even buy more. To manage a brand — its reputation, customers, sales, etc. Take a look at Amazon’s customer support form.

Outgrow 52

Outgrow Customer Satisfaction Work Management Marketing Management 52

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

APRIL 25, 2024

Good customer service is important — whether we’re receiving or providing it. But what is good customer service, anyway? Good customer service means meeting customer needs and expectations consistently. Our research found that 88% of customers say good customer service makes them more likely to purchase again.

Work Management 52

Work Management Service Customer Satisfaction Lead Scoring 52

SendX

JULY 1, 2021

This is why harnessing the power of Voice of the Customer is more important than ever. WHAT IS VOICE OF THE CUSTOMER? At its simplest, Voice of the Customer, or VOC, is about listening to the consumer. While many think of VOC as a means for improving customer service, the benefits don’t stop there.

Business 349

Business Template Customer Satisfaction Analysis 349

Vision Edge Marketing

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Valuable performance data sources include financial reports, sales figures, customer feedback, employee performance data, and market trends. Performance Measurement : Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) act as the compass for every business, indicating whether the business is moving in the right direction.

Planning 226

Planning SWOT Allocation Contingency Planning 226

Martech

OCTOBER 1, 2021

With limited resources, marketers need every edge they can get, including psychology, to get customers closer to purchase. All [marketers] are using several different channels, platforms, solutions and tools to track assets, campaigns, user and customer data, performance data, etc.,” But then, the customer drops her phone in the ocean.

Purchase 133

Purchase Practices Customer Satisfaction Work Management 133

Heinz Marketing

APRIL 19, 2024

By Maria Geokezas , Chief Operating Officer at Heinz Marketing We all know getting new customers through the door is important. The true magic lies in keeping those customers. Why Customer Retention Matters Customer retention isn’t just a feel-good metric; it’s the lifeblood of sustainable growth.

Lead Scoring 60

Lead Scoring Lead Ranking Acquisitions B2B Marketing 60

Engagio

APRIL 12, 2024

What is customer retention and why is it important “It costs five times as much to attract a new customer than to keep an existing one.” Customer retention: the ability of a business to keep its existing customers. Happy and satisfied customers lead to loyalty and retention.

Marketing Management 62

Marketing Management Allocation Lead Ranking DemandBase 62

Biznology

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Quality customer service focuses on providing exceptional customer experiences. The goal is to convert leads into paying customers, build relationships with them, retain them, and turn them into brand advocates. To dramatically improve the effectiveness of your customer service, you need to collect customer data and act on it.

Work Management 197

Work Management Marketing Management Service Ideal Customer Profiles 197

Heinz Marketing

MAY 24, 2023

Customers are always super important, no matter what. Their happiness, loyalty, and support can make or break a company, especially when things get tough. In this blog post, we’ll explore why customer-led growth is a game-changer for businesses in a downturn economy. But you know what? And guess what?

Word of Mouth 107

Word of Mouth Loyalty Differentiation Paid Search Agency 107

Martech

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In a report by The Harris Poll on the 2023 State of Social Media , the most pertinent business priorities in today’s economic environment include: Building brand reputation and loyalty Gaining a deeper understanding of customers Improving competitive positioning Moving forward with reduced budgets and predicting future trends.

Social Media 117

Social Media Work Management Marketing Management Media 117

ClickDimensions

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Customer Frustration 4. Teams must invest unnecessary time and effort in searching for information or acting on the wrong data set. Customer Frustration Customers expect seamless interactions and customer journeys with businesses. Inefficient Operations 3. Inaccurate Reporting and Analytics 5.

SMB 98

SMB Work Management Marketing Management Customer Satisfaction 98

Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Most marketing professionals constantly grapple with two questions: What do our customers actually want and how can we turn them into our biggest champions? The risk isn’t just a misalignment with customer expectations but also the missed opportunity to cultivate brand loyalty and advocacy. Here’s how. Here’s how.

Social Media 105

Social Media Ideal Customer Profiles Media Customer Satisfaction 105

Outgrow

APRIL 29, 2024

No business can afford one-time customers after their marketing and branding efforts. And, to get returning and loyal customers, they need to establish trust and credibility amongst their audience. By leveraging it, you can enhance your marketing efforts and build a loyal customer base.

Outgrow 52

Outgrow Customer Satisfaction Case Studies Advertising Agencies 52

Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Customer expectations are at an all-time high : 60% of customers will switch to a competitor after a negative experience. 73% of customers want companies to recognize their unique needs and expectations. 52% of customers expect an answer within an hour of posting on a brand’s digital page. Sounds easy, right?

Work Management 106

Work Management Marketing Management Customer Satisfaction Analysis 106

Sprout Social

JANUARY 9, 2024

According to The Sprout Social Index™ , consumers across age groups agree the most memorable thing a brand can do on social media is respond to customers. Evolving your social strategy to meet consumer demands requires you to listen better, scale your customer care efforts and integrate your social and customer data.

Social Media 120

Social Media Personalization Media Work Management 120

Martech

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Consider a scenario where a company might invest in a new marketing automation tool like HubSpot, but the C-Suite is unaware of its potential impact on customer experience and revenue. Yet technical terms often act as a barrier when communicating with any non-MOps people (here we go already, shortening things), and that includes the C-Suite.

Allocation 117

Allocation Barriers Lead Scoring Lead Ranking 117

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

JANUARY 8, 2024

AI is more than an ecommerce trend — it can make your teams more productive and your customers more satisfied. All this innovation will make it easier to keep up with other trends, meet customers’ high expectations, and stay flexible — no matter what comes next. 45% plan to prioritize gaining a more holistic view of their customers.

eCommerce 76

eCommerce Marketing AI Trends Loyalty 76

Martech

AUGUST 30, 2022

The disruptions brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic have resulted in businesses renewing their appreciation for existing customers, as well as customer journey orchestration (CJO) tools that help guide and enhance the journey. Read next: What is customer journey analytics? The end-to-end customer journey.

Touchpoints 100

Touchpoints Gartner Word of Mouth Loyalty 100

SmartBrief - Marketing

MARCH 5, 2024

When owners invest in their employees, they can reap incredible rewards as a business because of the better products and services they provide customers. This dynamic is especially true for franchise and service-based businesses where employees are in customer-facing roles. Exceptional customer service. And guess what?

Business 98

Business Allocation Lead Scoring Lead Ranking 98

Tomorrow People

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

The simplest argument in favour of building real-time content into your strategy is that customer engagement skyrockets. 56% said it increased customer satisfaction and positive brand sentiment. 56% said it increased customer satisfaction and positive brand sentiment. 25% believe it improves conversion and ROI.

Marketing & Strategy 315

Marketing & Strategy Marketing Strategy Content Marketing Planning 315

SalesIntel

MAY 13, 2024

Leveraging customer data has become paramount for optimizing your Go-To-Market (GTM) strategy. Customer data encompasses a wealth of information gathered from various touchpoints, offering insights into customer behavior, preferences, and needs. What is Customer Data? Why is Customer Data Important?

Marketing Analytics Tools 52

Marketing Analytics Tools Ideal Customer Profiles Marketing Automation Services Marketing Management 52

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

JULY 18, 2022

While these challenges may affect your contact center revenue, the real impact is on customer experience. Poor experiences chip away at customer loyalty, decreasing Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) and Net Promoter Scores (NPS). Your customer service teams can make money — here’s how. How can this be addressed?

Contacts 98

Contacts Paid Search Agency Companies Ad Exchange 98

Stevens & Tate

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

E mbracing AI can significantly enhance your marketing efforts, from personalized customer interactions to streamlined operations. By analyzing vast amounts of data, it enables: Tailored Content: The ability to understand and act on user preferences changes the game. The result?

Marketing AI 77

Marketing AI Allocation Lead Ranking Digital Marketing Funnels 77

Huptech Web

APRIL 30, 2024

Retaining a customer costs less than convincing a consumer to switch to your brand. How can you make your product unique to your customer? Do it the customer’s way, and you will not only have a fantastic business, but you’re irreplaceable. So, how do you identify a Repeat Customer? So what’s the plan?

Purchase 52

Purchase Examples Lead Ranking Click Rate 52

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Communications service providers work hard to keep their customer base strong. But despite their best efforts, customers still leave. If service providers knew which customers were about to cancel, they could take proactive steps to lower their likelihood of leaving. Identify customers who are likely to cancel.

Marketing AI 98

Marketing AI Service Churn Rate Customer Satisfaction 98

SmartBug Media

AUGUST 29, 2023

As companies strive to expand their customer base and increase sales, the idea of purchasing lead lists may appear enticing. The Risk of Quantity over Quality One of the primary reasons why businesses are drawn to purchasing lead lists is the allure of instant access to a vast database of potential customers.

Purchase 104

Purchase Cost Sales Qualified Leads Lead Scoring 104

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

MARCH 21, 2022

When customers don’t get the service they expect, their loyalty shifts. Data shows 91% of customers are more likely to make another purchase after a great service experience. Even more telling, when customers experience long wait times, 70% will choose not to buy from the company again. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Customer Satisfaction 98

Customer Satisfaction Loyalty Gartner Automation 98

SmartBug Media

MAY 10, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become increasingly important in marketing strategy, as it has the potential to enhance customer experience, streamline processes, and improve overall marketing performance. AI allows businesses to gain insights into what drives customer satisfaction and optimize the overall customer experience.

Marketing AI 98

Marketing AI Marketing Strategy Marketing & Strategy Paid Search Agency 98

Tomorrow People

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC). Brand Loyalty (repeat visits). Customer Lifetime Value (CLV). While most marketing teams suddenly adjusted to remote work, their customers made a more definitive switch to digital tools and channels as well. Did we get it right? What did we miss? Let’s Look Back. Revenue Growth.

Lead Ranking 156

Lead Ranking Cost per Lead Marketing Qualified Leads Lead Scoring 156

Sprout Social

JANUARY 9, 2024

Regardless of size, most companies face the same challenges—tough competitors, and evolving customer and market demands. When applied in marketing, AI analytics extracts meaningful insights from various data sources such as social media listening, review websites, customer forums and survey data. Enter AI analytics.

Analytics 110

Analytics Enterprise Management Work Management Business 110