Net Promoter Score (NPS) was once celebrated as the universal metric for customer loyalty. One simple question—How likely are you to recommend us to a friend?—promised to predict growth, retention, and long-term business success.

But in reality, customers make recommendations for complex reasons that a single number can’t capture. A business can score high on NPS and still fail to grow, or score average and expand rapidly. This article explores why NPS falls short, why companies continue to rely on it, and how the newer “Earned Growth Rate” metric addresses those shortcomings.

Unlock Zendesk’s Full Potential: Optimize Your Support for Efficiency and Growth

Running a support team on Zendesk can save time — but only when it’s properly configured. Without a clear structure, your team risks inefficient workflows, inconsistent macros, manual overhead, and frustrated customers. That’s where Zendesk optimization comes in. We help turn your Zendesk setup into a high-efficiency engine, tailored to your business needs, so your team can work smarter and your customers get the support they deserve.

Are We Seriously Debating AI Citizenship Now?

The conversation around artificial intelligence has taken a bizarre turn. What started as simple concerns about AI making mistakes has escalated into public debates about whether machines deserve personhood or even constitutional rights. Tech leaders warn us not to be fooled by lifelike AI—while simultaneously building systems designed to sound emotional, quirky, and human. This article breaks down how we got here, why the conversation is so confusing, and what it says about our collective relationship with technology.

The Rise and Fall of Kodak: What Happens When You Forget the Customer Experience

For nearly a century, if you thought photography, you thought Kodak. The brand didn’t just sell cameras and film—it shaped how the world captured memories. And then, seemingly overnight, it vanished from cultural relevance and filed for bankruptcy. What happened? In short: Kodak innovated early, dominated globally, and then lost the plot when the customer journey changed. This is the story of how a customer-experience pioneer became a cautionary tale—and what every modern business can learn from it.

Salesforce’s $15 Billion Cash Flow and the Rise of the Agentic Enterprise

Salesforce has long been a heavyweight in enterprise software, but recent numbers show just how massive the company has become. In its latest results, Salesforce reported $15 billion in annual cash flow and over $10 billion in quarterly revenue, growing 10% year-over-year. These figures position Salesforce as one of the largest players in the software industry.

$300 Billion on the Line: Oracle and OpenAI’s Gamble Could Change Everything

$300 billion. Let that number sink in for a moment. Oracle and OpenAI have just signed the largest cloud computing contract in history—a five-year deal worth $60 billion per year. To put it in perspective, that’s more than five times OpenAI’s current annual revenue. If either of these companies messes this up, it could drag both down. But if it works, this could be the deal that defines the future of artificial intelligence.

AI Hallucinations: Why They Happen and Why It Might Be Your Fault

For years, many of us treated AI like a quirky, fun toy. It gave confident answers—sometimes useful, sometimes laughably wrong—but always fascinating. The problem? These “hallucinations” aren’t just bugs. They’re part of how AI works. And according to a new paper published by OpenAI, they’re partly our fault.

Knock Knock: Is Consultancy Dying?

Knock, knock, knock. Who’s there? AI. And it’s not here to play—it’s here for your job. The consulting industry, especially the Big Four (Ernst & Young, PwC, Deloitte, and KPMG), has long dominated the corporate advisory world. But now, a new competitor is quietly moving through the corridors of their clients: OpenAI and other big tech players. The consulting model we knew may soon become obsolete, and AI-driven infrastructure could take its place.

OpenAI’s Bold Plan for 2025–2026: ChatGPT Won’t Just Be a Tool—It’ll Be Everything

ChatGPT isn’t just your friendly chatbot anymore. It’s evolving into something much bigger—the way we interact with everything. That’s not an exaggeration. According to a leaked internal memo from OpenAI, the company has massive ambitions for 2025 and 2026, and if even half of it becomes reality, the way we use technology is about to change forever.

Is It Worth Replacing Your Entire Customer Service Team With AI? Not So Fast

In the race to adopt artificial intelligence, many companies are rushing to automate customer service — some at the cost of human jobs. It’s a tempting move, especially with shareholders and executives demanding quick wins and lower costs. But before you swap your support team for an algorithm, let’s take a step back. What’s really at stake when we hand over the customer experience to machines?

Why Businesses Lose Customers (And How to Fix It)

Many businesses unknowingly lose customers—not because of bad products, but because of the signals they send. One common example? Coffee shops near closing time.

In this post, I’ll break down exactly why that happens, using coffee shops as the case study, and share how a simple shift in behavior can help fix it—boosting both customer satisfaction and sales.

The Rise of Shadow AI and How to Avoid It

As AI adoption accelerates across industries, a silent trend is growing in the background—employees using unapproved AI tools to ease their daily workload. While the intent is often productivity, the risks are real. Here's how organizations can get ahead of shadow AI and turn it into a strength rather than a threat.

Why Cheap Customer Experience Tools Often End Up Costing More

In a world where operational efficiency and customer satisfaction are paramount, choosing the right customer experience (CX) platform is a strategic decision. Budget-friendly tools are appealing on the surface, but can often mask hidden costs and long-term inefficiencies. Drawing from over a decade of hands-on experience with platforms like Zendesk, this article explores why low-cost CX tools may end up costing more—financially and operationally—than their premium counterparts.

How to Improve Soft Skills in Your Customer Service Team

Customer service success goes far beyond having efficient workflows, seamless tools, or even a comprehensive knowledge base. At the core of service quality lies the human element: the team members who interact directly with customers. Improving the soft skills of these individuals is key to delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Is the Customer Always King? A Modern Guide to Customer Experience

In an era where customer interactions can go viral in seconds, a single video clip can ignite widespread debate about how far customer service should go. A recent Reddit clip showed a heated encounter between a customer and staff, raising an age-old question: Is the customer always king?

The Effortless Experience: Why Reducing Customer Effort Drives Loyalty

In an age where companies invest heavily in acquiring new customers, it’s surprising how often those same customers quietly leave. The common wisdom has long been that customer delight—creating standout, memorable experiences—is the key to loyalty. But recent research challenges this assumption. Instead, it suggests that reducing the effort customers must exert to get what they need may be far more powerful.

The Myth of Customer Loyalty: Does It Actually Exist?

Customer loyalty is often hailed as the holy grail of business success — but is it truly real, or just a comforting myth? Is it discounts, habit, or something much deeper? By exploring real-world examples, from Tesla to Apple, we uncover the truth behind customer devotion.
Let’s rethink what loyalty really means in the modern age.

Routing In Customer Service Operations Mastery

Efficient ticket routing is at the heart of any high-performing customer service operation. The way you assign incoming tickets to your agents affects not only how quickly issues are resolved but also the morale of your team and the overall customer experience.

The Core of Customer Experience: Insights from Seth Godin

Customer experience is at the heart of any successful business. Renowned author and entrepreneur Seth Godin has long been a voice of influence in marketing and sales, and his perspectives continue to shape how businesses interact with their customers. In a recent discussion, Godin shared key insights on what defines customer experience and how businesses can improve it.

Why Customer Retention Matters More Than Ever in 2025

In 2025, the business landscape is more competitive than ever. Rapid technological advancements, increasing customer expectations, and market saturation make it essential for companies to focus on customer retention. While attracting new customers is important, retaining existing ones is far more cost-effective—acquiring a new customer costs five times more than keeping an existing one. Additionally, a small 5% increase in customer retention can boost profits by anywhere from 25% to 100%. This makes customer retention a critical component of sustainable business growth.

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