The CX Podcast

Apr 26 2024 197 ep. 11 mins 40

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Every month Steven shares his view on the latest customer experience, marketing and technology news in a short update. On a regular bases, you can also listen to (parts of) his keynote presentations and interviews with experts in the field of customer experience and technology. Steven is a thought leader on the transformation of customer relations and the future of marketing. He is an expert in inspiring companies to become true customer-centric organizations in this high speed digital world.

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CX Update #20: customer satisfaction at Airbnb, building empathy and more!

Apr 26 2024 6 mins

In my recent deep dive into Airbnb's customer experience (CX) philosophy, I've been particularly inspired by the innovative approach of its co-founder and CEO, Brian Chesky. Here are three critical lessons from Airbnb's CX strategy that exemplify why Brian is revered as a formidable leader in customer-centric innovation, a true "Customer Leader" as described b

CX Update #18: Mental flexibility, Victoria’s Secret and many more!

Jan 30 2024 5 mins

Welcome to CX Update #18! I am taking you to Disneyland Paris for an interesting story on the importance of mental flexibility. And do you want to know which much-heard reaction I’m allergic to? And what I think is so interesting about Victoria’s Secret CX? Listen to the podcast.

CX TRENDS FOR 2024

Dec 07 2023 21 mins

It’s a wrap for 2023, but what’s in store for CX in 2024? In this episode, you’ll discover why CEO’s should all be friction hunters, how conversational AI can help you when you have vegan guests coming over for dinner … and why a personal visit from a customer service specialist might be in the cards. Explore 10 game-changing trends that will impact customer experience in

CX Update #17: customer loyalty, effective empathy and many more!

Oct 26 2023 8 mins

Neuhaus chocolates turned the idea of customer loyalty upside down, cleaning company CSU introduced a special phone case to motivate employees and improve customer culture, while AG Insurance did a great job collecting valuable direct customer feedback. Enjoy the new update, everyone!

CX Update #16: Personal AIssistants, frontline staff and many more!

Sep 29 2023 8 mins

Welcome to a new CX Update! In this episode: why do we use the scary word ‘frontline’ for such a happy place? Personal AI assistants could be the next big thing in CX, and Patagonia took the promise of lifetime guarantee to an amazing new level. Also, on a more personal note: my new book ‘Diamond in the Rough’, a how-to guide for customer culture, is coming out next week!

CX Update #15: Friction hunter, non negotiable rules and many more!

Jun 29 2023 6 mins

Thanks for tuning in to a new CX Update! I’ve got a great story about the CEO of Airbnb who took matters into his own hands to discover the CX of his company. And have you heard about Disney’s inspiring non-negotiable rules? Watch the video and find out!

CX Update #14: Artificial empathy, opposing interests and many more!

Jun 02 2023 7 mins

Welcome to CX Update #13 everyone! In this episode I’m sharing my views on how AI will change the way customers take buying decisions. The filter of AI will have a huge impact on the brands we choose! I'm also explaining why you shouldn't always take feedback literally, and Whitney Houston is helping me to make another important point about CX. Enjoy the update!

CX Update #13: AI buying behavior, understanding customer feedback and many more!

Apr 27 2023 9 mins

Welcome to CX Update #13 everyone! In this episode I’m sharing my views on how AI will change the way customers take buying decisions. The filter of AI will have a huge impact on the brands we choose! I'm also explaining why you shouldn't always take feedback literally, and Whitney Houston is helping me to make another important point about CX. Enjoy the update!

CX Update #12: Communities, human skills and many more!

Mar 31 2023 11 mins

Welcome to CX Update #12! I’m sharing some great examples of community creation I saw on my latest trip to LA and of course I’m talking about the #1 tech topic at the moment: ChatGPT and the role of humans in an AI-based world. Because, believe me: humans will always have a big value in CX. Enjoy!

CX Update #11: New phase of personalization, the benefits of chatGPT and many more!

Mar 02 2023 8 mins

Welcome to my CX Update #11! I’m talking about the new phase of personalization we’re in — and guess what: AI has a lot to do with it. And speaking of AI: here are my 5 ways to use ChatGPT to improve your customer experience. Enjoy!