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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, author & keynote speaker. Loyalty programs have evolved far beyond their humble ...

There are many different things to consider when it comes to getting your business off the ground. Naturally, reaching out to new customers with advertising, marketing campaigns, and promotional ...

The most forward-thinking organizations are moving loyalty frameworks to the center of their growth strategy, where it becomes the gravitational pull that influences every business decision. True ...

In today's fast-paced world, QSRs have become a staple for many consumers seeking convenient and affordable meals. To foster customer loyalty and drive repeat business, these restaurants have ...

Special perks are not enough anymore, especially for a brand attempting to regain a place in the cultural conversation.

The future of loyalty is a frictionless flywheel that gains momentum with every joint success. Stop incentivizing purchases and start enabling program members’ success. Loyalty programs work best when ...

Too many loyalty programs operate like rusty hand-cranked machines that require immense effort for a single turn. They rest on the premise of short-term retention, a model that stalls the moment a ...