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In today’s world, giving customers an unforgettable experience is more important than ever. It’s what turns one-time buyers into loyal fans and helps businesses grow and stand out. If you’re looking to take your customer experience game to the next level, the right books can make all the difference. Whether you’re a pro or just starting out, the following list of reads will give you fresh ideas, practical tips and strategies that you can start using right away. These books dive into everything from the basics of customer satisfaction to cutting-edge techniques that can make a big impact.
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Dare to C.A.R.E. by Carmen F. Vlasceanu PhD & Robert Richardson shows you how to create a truly transformative customer experience by linking personal well-being with professional success. It argues that when you focus on both your own fulfillment and the growth of your organisation, you can have a powerful impact on both your business and your community. The book makes the case that improving customer experience isn’t just about the customer - it can also make a real difference in your personal life, helping you feel more satisfied in both work and life. One of the key takeaways is how excelling in customer experience can improve your personal and professional life. It encourages you to rethink your life goals, redefine your purpose and make sure your actions align with what you want to achieve, both personally and professionally. This approach helps you create a more meaningful impact while still driving success in your career. The book also highlights the importance of effective team collaboration. It offers practical strategies to work better with your team, which leads to overall organisational success. It explores how to reshape your business processes to build a culture of empathy and growth, ultimately improving customer experiences. When businesses adopt this approach, everyone - employees and customers alike - benefits. Lastly, Dare to C.A.R.E. lays out a simple roadmap for achieving both personal fulfillment and business growth. The four pillars of Connection, Authenticity, Re-engineering and Evolution guide you on how to evolve and create lasting change. Overall, this book offers valuable insights for anyone looking to build a more empathetic, successful and purpose-driven business.
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The Customer Copernicus dives into why some companies are so great at focusing on their customers and changing entire industries to work better for them. Think of brands like Amazon, easyJet, and Sky- they make things simpler for customers and improve what really matters, all while achieving massive business success. So, if this approach seems so obvious and effective, why isn’t it more common? The book explores that question and also looks at why companies like Tesco, O2 and Wells Fargo, which once nailed this strategy, lost their way - some even ended up in legal trouble. The book gives practical advice on how to become - and stay - customer-led, with tips for leaders and teams who want to keep their organisations competitive and innovative. It’s perfect for anyone looking to build a company culture that focuses on customers and drives long-term success.
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The Human Experience is a guide to creating a successful organisation by making things easier, better and more straightforward for your customers. In 2023, it was named Leadership Book of the Year by the Institute of Leadership. The book highlights how, in today’s business world, organisations are so focused on functionality and processes that they often overlook the human aspect of the customer experience. Despite advances in technology, customers still aren’t more satisfied than they were a decade ago, and they trust big companies less than ever before. John Sills argues that the emotional experience is just as important as the functional one, and when done right, focusing on this emotional connection can actually make a business more efficient. He stresses that customer experience isn’t just the responsibility of front-line staff but is shared across the entire organisation - from the CEO to the programmers designing user-friendly interfaces. Whether you’re an established business or a startup, the book shows that every aspect of your product or service impacts a human experience. Packed with practical advice and case studies, The Human Experience is a must-read for anyone looking to build a customer-centric culture that creates lasting loyalty and drives business growth.
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How to Wow offers 68 practical strategies to help you elevate your customer experience and stand out from your competitors, no matter what industry you're in. Packed with actionable tips, inspiring insights and interviews with a diverse range of leaders and entrepreneurs, this book provides a comprehensive guide to creating a world-class customer experience. The book covers both the customer-facing and business-side elements, teaching you how to attract new customers, design an unforgettable experience and quickly resolve issues that may arise. Whether it's creating a seamless service process or dealing with customer complaints effectively, How to Wow equips you with the tools and strategies you need to improve at every touchpoint. The book also emphasises the importance of innovation, encouraging businesses to think outside the box and adopt new approaches to keep up with changing customer expectations. It’s a great resource for anyone looking to level up their customer service and build long-lasting loyalty, ensuring your business stays competitive in today’s fast-paced market.
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In a highly competitive and digital-driven world, Think Human by Olivier Duha examines the radical shift in customer relations and offers six golden rules to maximise customer satisfaction. Duha emphasises the importance of combining human interaction with technology in the digital age, where customer experience is key. The book explores how brands have moved from being product-focused to customer-centric and provides strategies to help businesses succeed in the ongoing battle for customer loyalty. Drawing on his extensive experience building Webhelp into a global leader in customer journeys, Duha shows how businesses can transform their customer relations teams into a strategic resource for growth. By valuing the human element and leveraging technology, companies can create more meaningful and valuable customer experiences. The book offers practical insights on how to develop a customer relations strategy that thrives in today’s digital world while maintaining a personal touch.
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Dare to C.A.R.E. by Carmen F. Vlasceanu PhD & Robert Richardson shows you how to create a truly transformative customer experience by linking personal well-being with professional success. It argues that when you focus on both your own fulfillment and the growth of your organisation, you can have a powerful impact on both your business and your community. The book makes the case that improving customer experience isn’t just about the customer - it can also make a real difference in your personal life, helping you feel more satisfied in both work and life. One of the key takeaways is how excelling in customer experience can improve your personal and professional life. It encourages you to rethink your life goals, redefine your purpose and make sure your actions align with what you want to achieve, both personally and professionally. This approach helps you create a more meaningful impact while still driving success in your career. The book also highlights the importance of effective team collaboration. It offers practical strategies to work better with your team, which leads to overall organisational success. It explores how to reshape your business processes to build a culture of empathy and growth, ultimately improving customer experiences. When businesses adopt this approach, everyone - employees and customers alike - benefits. Lastly, Dare to C.A.R.E. lays out a simple roadmap for achieving both personal fulfillment and business growth. The four pillars of Connection, Authenticity, Re-engineering and Evolution guide you on how to evolve and create lasting change. Overall, this book offers valuable insights for anyone looking to build a more empathetic, successful and purpose-driven business.
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The Customer Copernicus dives into why some companies are so great at focusing on their customers and changing entire industries to work better for them. Think of brands like Amazon, easyJet, and Sky- they make things simpler for customers and improve what really matters, all while achieving massive business success. So, if this approach seems so obvious and effective, why isn’t it more common? The book explores that question and also looks at why companies like Tesco, O2 and Wells Fargo, which once nailed this strategy, lost their way - some even ended up in legal trouble. The book gives practical advice on how to become - and stay - customer-led, with tips for leaders and teams who want to keep their organisations competitive and innovative. It’s perfect for anyone looking to build a company culture that focuses on customers and drives long-term success.
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The Human Experience is a guide to creating a successful organisation by making things easier, better and more straightforward for your customers. In 2023, it was named Leadership Book of the Year by the Institute of Leadership. The book highlights how, in today’s business world, organisations are so focused on functionality and processes that they often overlook the human aspect of the customer experience. Despite advances in technology, customers still aren’t more satisfied than they were a decade ago, and they trust big companies less than ever before. John Sills argues that the emotional experience is just as important as the functional one, and when done right, focusing on this emotional connection can actually make a business more efficient. He stresses that customer experience isn’t just the responsibility of front-line staff but is shared across the entire organisation - from the CEO to the programmers designing user-friendly interfaces. Whether you’re an established business or a startup, the book shows that every aspect of your product or service impacts a human experience. Packed with practical advice and case studies, The Human Experience is a must-read for anyone looking to build a customer-centric culture that creates lasting loyalty and drives business growth.
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How to Wow offers 68 practical strategies to help you elevate your customer experience and stand out from your competitors, no matter what industry you're in. Packed with actionable tips, inspiring insights and interviews with a diverse range of leaders and entrepreneurs, this book provides a comprehensive guide to creating a world-class customer experience. The book covers both the customer-facing and business-side elements, teaching you how to attract new customers, design an unforgettable experience and quickly resolve issues that may arise. Whether it's creating a seamless service process or dealing with customer complaints effectively, How to Wow equips you with the tools and strategies you need to improve at every touchpoint. The book also emphasises the importance of innovation, encouraging businesses to think outside the box and adopt new approaches to keep up with changing customer expectations. It’s a great resource for anyone looking to level up their customer service and build long-lasting loyalty, ensuring your business stays competitive in today’s fast-paced market.
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In a highly competitive and digital-driven world, Think Human by Olivier Duha examines the radical shift in customer relations and offers six golden rules to maximise customer satisfaction. Duha emphasises the importance of combining human interaction with technology in the digital age, where customer experience is key. The book explores how brands have moved from being product-focused to customer-centric and provides strategies to help businesses succeed in the ongoing battle for customer loyalty. Drawing on his extensive experience building Webhelp into a global leader in customer journeys, Duha shows how businesses can transform their customer relations teams into a strategic resource for growth. By valuing the human element and leveraging technology, companies can create more meaningful and valuable customer experiences. The book offers practical insights on how to develop a customer relations strategy that thrives in today’s digital world while maintaining a personal touch.
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