ICONIC Insights

Common Courtesy: The Unseen Cornerstone of the Ultimate Customer Experience®

In an era of technology revolutionizing how businesses interact with customers, we often get lost in metrics, data analytics, and complex algorithms.

However, the soul of customer interaction—common courtesy. The term may sound old-fashioned, but its essence is timeless and universal.

Today, we di...

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The Imperative of the Ultimate Customer Experience®

In today’s dynamic global marketplace, businesses constantly grapple with ways to stand out and earn more. While their tools and strategies may evolve, there’s one constant: the undeniable power of the Ultimate Customer Experience®.

Having spoken in all corners of the globe, from the White House la...

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The Chief Inspiration Officer: How Leaders Inspire Excellence

In the ever-evolving landscape of today’s business world, titles and roles frequently change to reflect the dynamism of the marketplace. However, my friend, Jack Miller, the General Manager of the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, has taken a step that resonates far beyond mere semantics. He has rebra...

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ANY business can get on the wrong side of the public when basic empathy and concern for the customer is ignored

Several years ago, a Canadian musician’s $3500 Taylor guitar was severely damaged by baggage handlers from United Airlines. When Dave Carroll couldn’t get the airline to take responsibility for what they had broken, he made a music video that was viewed by millions on YouTube, creating a public re...

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Why Many Companies Don’t Deliver the Ultimate Customer Experience® -- and What YOU Can Do About It!

Unfortunately, many businesses still fall short when it comes to delivering an Ultimate Customer Experience®. Because of this, they not only suffer in terms of retaining customers, but they also lose out on the referral business that can group their company. I’ve been on a crusade for over two decad...

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Why the Customer Experience is Often Awful

Introduction

Look, I realize that I’m prejudiced. However, I genuinely believe that in today’s world, the customer experience is everything.

Customers, whether B2B or B2C, expect to be treated with respect, courtesy, and efficiency when interacting with your organization. Unfortunately, th...

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