The Customer Success Channel

Feb 21 2024 73 ep. 35 mins 104
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At Planhat we believe customer success is everybody’s business, and with this podcast - we want to help you succeed. Our host Anika Zubair, discusses customer success with leaders in the B2B SaaS and tech space. We dive into important and relevant topics to help spread knowledge about customer success and help companies center their business around customers. Because when a companies customers become successful, so does the company. Learn from the best at www.planhat.com

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A special episode: Big thanks to Anika, and a cheerful hello to Malin!

Feb 21 2024 30 mins  
This podcast episode marks a special moment as Anika Zubair wraps up her four-year hosting journey on the Customer Success Channel podcast.The exciting news is that we're welcoming our very own, Malin Skoglund, VP of Customer Success Americas, who will be stepping in as the new host. Listen to the full episode now and learn more about the future of our podcast.Podcast enquiries: so

Brandon Ramsey, Head of CS at OnsiteIQ - Customer success is not sales

Jan 31 2024 37 mins  
In this episode, our host Anika Zubair chats with Brandon Ramsey, Head of Customer Success at OnsiteIQ about how to ensure that customer success truly stands on its own and is not overshadowed by sales. Customer Success (CS) is frequently linked with sales and often entails revenue targets. However, is this truly the most effective way to structure your CS department? Why should CS

Sue Nabeth Moore, Co-founder of Success Chain - Planning for Customer Success in 2024

Dec 15 2023 43 mins  
In this episode, our host Anika Zubair chats with Sue Nabeth Moore, Co-Founder of Success Chain about the future of customer success. As we approach the end of the year, it's crucial to begin strategizing for customer success in 2024. Despite the hurdles we've encountered recently, we must now pave the way for a successful year ahead. So, what should be the key focus areas for cust

Maranda Dziekonski, Senior VP of CS at Datasembly - The importance of revenue in CS

Nov 16 2023 36 mins  
In this episode, our host Anika Zubair chats with Maranda Dziekonski, Senior VP of Customer Success at Datasembly about the importance of viewing customer success as a revenue generator rather than a cost center.The field of customer success (CS) has been through a whirlwind of changes this year due to the global economy. As we near the end of 2023 and start planning for 2024, sust

Chris Regester, CCO at Planhat - Delivering customer outcomes with a value framework

Oct 18 2023 41 mins  
In this episode, our host Anika Zubair chats with Chris Regester, Chief Customer Office at Planhat about how to deliver customer outcomes through a value framework. Achieving customer success is a long-term endeavor that demands ongoing dedication and collaboration with our clients. A solid foundation is provided by a company value framework, guiding businesses on this journey. So,

Dan Ennis, Scale Team Manager at Monday.com - The art of scaling Customer Success

Sep 20 2023 52 mins  
In this episode, our host Anika Zubair chats with Daniel Ennis, Scale Team Manager at Monday.com about scaled customer success and explores its significance in today's ever-evolving business landscape. Customer success at scale has been a longstanding practice, but it has gained even greater significance in the current economy. So, what are the initial steps to consider when establ

Tulasi Ryali, Senior CSM at Siemens - How to become the best CSM of the year

Aug 23 2023 35 mins  
In this episode, our host Anika Zubair chats with Tulasi Ryali, CSM of the Year by Customer Success Excellence about how to help your customer reach their business goals through value creation.Being a Customer Success Manager (CSM) requires great multitasking skills and adaptability. You need excellent communication skills, outstanding problem-solving abilities and a remarkable und

Shannon Nishi, Director of CS at Customer.io - Sustainable growth in Customer Success

Jul 13 2023 38 mins  
In this episode, our host Anika Zubair chats with Shannon Nishi, Director of Customer Success at Customer.io about sustainable growth in Customer Success.Times are tough and the “big hiring days” when scaling a SaaS business are long gone. In today’s economy, you have to think about sustainable growth rather than growth at all costs. So, how do you do that in Customer Success

Declan Ivory, VP of CS at Intercom - AI and the new age of customer support

Jun 26 2023 46 mins  
In this episode, our host Anika Zubair chats with Declan Ivory, VP of Customer Support at Intercom about how AI is transforming the customer support department. The future of customer support departments is rapidly approaching. So, what changes can we expect in 2023 and beyond? What skills will support agents need to keep up? And what key performance indicators should we be trackin

Jan Young, Principal Consultant for The Success League - AI in Customer Success

May 19 2023 45 mins  
In this episode, our host Anika Zubair chats with Jan Young, Principal Consultant for The Success League about AI and it’s effect on Customer Success. ChatGPT has taken the world by storm and we are now all wondering how it will transform the Customer Success (CS) industry. For example, how will AI change the role of a CSM or will it even take CS jobs away? How can it help with c