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Customer Experience Expert and Speaker Tony Johnson will share how to deliver the very best Customer service to your Guests. Tony will interview leaders from best-in-class organizations and share his common sense approach to service excellence. Who's ready to IGNITE YOUR SERVICE PASSION!

Tony Johnson


    • May 22, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    179: Balancing AI and Humanity in CX with Frederic Durand

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 23:11


    Balancing AI and Humanity in CX with Frederic Durand, CEO of Diabolocom In today's episode, we're thrilled to welcome Frederic Durand, Founder and CEO of Diabolocom, a global leader in customer experience solutions powered by proprietary AI. With over two decades of experience transforming customer service for brands like Mitsubishi Electric, Nikon, and Brinks, Frederic brings a practical, global perspective to the evolving world of CX. What we cover in this episode: Why great customer experiences are effortless by design How AI can automate repetitive tasks, freeing your team for high-value conversations The critical need to balance AI automation with authentic human connection Why AI integration leads to more WOW moments and stronger customer loyalty How Ignoring AI today is like ignoring computers in the 1980s How AI enables 24/7 service without burnout Why solving problems quickly and easily is the foundation of trust and advocacy Subscribe, review, and share this episode to help more leaders bring passion and purpose to their organizations.   Links & Resources:

    178: Hospitality That Makes Sun 'n Fun Soar With Gene Conrad

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 42:03


    In this high-flying episode, we sit down with Gene Conrad, President and CEO of the Aerospace Center for Excellence and Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo in Lakeland Florida. Sun 'n Fun is one of the largest aviation events in the country and welcomes over 200,000 visitors annually. Key Takeaways: ✈️ Safety First – Safety is the primary focus for the airshow, and should be for your business as well.

    177: Developing Coaches Who Get Results: Key Trends in Modern Leadership Training

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 21:10


    In this episode of the Customer Service Academy Podcast, we explore the evolving world of leadership development and the critical traits every modern leader needs to succeed—empathy, adaptability, continuous learning, time management, and effective employee engagement. The workplace is changing—and so are the skills leaders need to thrive.  We break down how top organizations like Microsoft, Google, and Disney are transforming their leadership training programs and why soft skills are taking center stage. You'll also get practical, ready-to-use tips for teaching empathy, coaching adaptability, building a growth mindset, and improving how leaders manage their time and recognize their teams. You'll Learn: Why emotional intelligence is now a core leadership competency How to create a team of leaders who are great coaches What great companies are doing to build resilient, agile leaders How to help managers manage time and prioritize like pros Simple ways to improve communication and boost recognition How to inpsire continuous learning and a growth mindset   Links & Resources:

    176: Crafting Memory Making, Loyalty Building Theme Park Experiences

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 25:43


    In this episode of Customer Service Academy, we take a deep dive into the evolving world of theme parks, desitnations, and attractions—and how you can ensure you are delivering loyalty-building experiences for yoru guests. As customer expectations continue to change and evolve, theme parks, resorts, and destinations must innovate to remain competitive.   Whether you are running a mega theme park, local attraction, or even a community fair, you will find tips in here to help you build your sales, customer loyalty, and overall experience. We will discuss: ✔️ The five tiers of theme park experiences—Value, Everyday, Elevated, Premium, and Luxury. ✔️ The core experience principles every park must master: Safety, Hospitality, Quality, Simplicity, and Community. ✔️ Top 10 guest expectations in theme parks and how to exceed them. ✔️ How parks are using gamification, interactivity, and immersive experiences to create emotional connections. ✔️ The best special events and seasonal experiences that drive attendance and loyalty. ✔️ How different generations engage with theme parks—from Silent Generation nostalgia to Gen Alpha's digital-first approach. ✔️ Cutting-edge strategies to reduce wait times and enhance the in-queue experience.  

    175: Supercharge Your Business with AI-Driven Customer Service

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2025 29:31


    AI and hyper-personalization are revolutionizing customer experience (CX) in 2025. Customers expect more than just good service—they demand tailored, predictive, and frictionless interactions across every touchpoint. This will help you grow your business, improve your results, and retain your customers. So, how can businesses keep up? In this episode of Customer Service Academy, we will chat about:

    174: Meeting People Where They Are to Drive Influence With Jesse Hernandez

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2025 24:20


    This week we welcome Jesse Hernandez into the studio. Jesse has experience as a leader in the construction space, where he learned to meet people where they are in their journey and inspire teams through intentional communication and listening. - Customer Experience is about consistent quality. - Great leaders are great listeners. - Practicing vulnerability can deepen connections with your team. - Stop solving problems for your team and help them solve problems themselves through critical thinking. Visit https://thetonyjohnson.teachable.com/ to invest in yourself and your team. Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    173: Stop Making It Hard for Customers: 7 Steps Simplify Your Service

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025 31:46


    2025 if the year of simplification, and customers want brands who are easy to work with, deliver on commitments, and personalize their experiences. Stop making it so hard for customers to do business with you - in this episode we talk about 7 ways to make things easier for customers.   - Empower your employees to solve problems - Deliver seamless omnichannel experiences - Simplify your processes and eliminate silly policies   Visit https://thetonyjohnson.teachable.com/ to invest in yourself and your team. Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    172: Your Actionable Blueprint for Customer Experience and Employee Engagement Success in 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 26:01


    As 2025 approaches, it is a great time to look back on what happened in customer experience and employee experience in 2024 - and discuss what we can learn from it. 2025 will be a year of continuuing evolution and changing marketplaces. Are you ready to take your business to the next level?   - This past year the news was dominated by stories about Crowdstrike, Return to Office Mandates, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). - Hyper personalization will continue to drive consumer and customer satisfaction. - Employees are looking for empathetic leadership and opportunities to learn and grow. - We are welcoming a new generation in Generation Beta in 2025. Visit https://thetonyjohnson.teachable.com/ to invest in yourself and your team. Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    171: Building a People-Centric Internal Culture With Chase Jordan

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 42:34


    In this episode we invite Chase Jordan in the studio to discuss leadership, customer experience, and employee engagement. Chase brings a wealth of knowledge as a CXO and franchise owner that he shared with us during this conversation. - Ease of use is the most important tactical action you can take to improve customer experience. - Internal communication is crucial to keeping everyone on the same page and busting silos. - Sharing and collaboration with the team builds loyalty and advocacy. - Have a plan to help employees when they need assistance with tragedies. Visit https://thetonyjohnson.teachable.com/ to invest in yourself and your team. Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Learn More About Chase: https://funnewbook.com/ and https://freenewquiz.com/  Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    170: Thankfulness Through the Lens of Generational Cohorts

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 21:38


    Thanksgiving is the perfect time of year to show gratitude - and when you can personalize by generation, you will find a resonance that drives success from your team and with your customers. In this episode we will talk about how to show gratitude to each generation when they are customers and when they are employees.   - Think about how each generation likes to be recognized. - Consider how engaging them in personalized ways can build loyalty. - Drive overall success and loyalty through gratitude and recognition. - Every generation values different things from their leaders and their brands. Visit https://thetonyjohnson.teachable.com/ to invest in yourself and your team. Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    169: The Holiday Hospitality Handbook (10 Tips to Elevate Customer Service This Season)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 27:55


    The holiday season is here. Is your business ready? In this episode we talk about 10 tips + 1 bonus tip to deliver for your customers this holiday season. From Black Friday through New Year you have an opportunity to remove hassles for your guests and build ongoing loyalty to your brand. - Now is the time to prepare and train your team for the upcoming business increase. - Focus on speed and simplicity to deliver frictionless experiences during this stressful time of year. - Keep personalization in mind to deliver a premium approach to service this holiday season. - Prepare your team to solve problems and anticipate customer needs through training and empowerment. - Keep employee engagement, recognition, and experience in mind all season long to take great care of your team. Visit https://thetonyjohnson.teachable.com/ to invest in yourself and your team. Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    168: Improving Government Customer Service With Chase Oliver, Libertarian Presidential Candidate

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 21:23


    In this episode we are proud to welcome Chase Oliver into the studio. Mr. Oliver is the Libertarian candidate for president and on the ballot in 47 states. This interview is shared unedited and in its entirety. We did extend invitations to all major party presidential candidates and all candidates on the ballot in Polk County, Florida. As of the time of this interview recording, only Mr. Oliver agreed to an interview.  Note: Any candidate who would like to come on our show and discuss improving customer service in government is welcome.   - Improving government customer service begins with transparency and streamlining processes. - Streamlining and improving processes for Veterans Affairs (VA) is a great example of how a government program could be improved. - Removing antiquated processes and updating technology is a key way to improve service to customers accessing government services. - Creating better training systems will impove service and ensure the best employees are retained and challenged to do better each day.   Learn More About Chase Oliver: https://votechaseoliver.com/ or info@votechaseoliver.com     Visit https://www.igniteyourservice.com/6canons to invest in yourself and your team.   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/  

    167: Balancing Customer Experience and Loss Prevention With Russ Hawkins

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2024 31:02


    In this episode we welcome Russ Hawkins into the studio to talk about digital customer experienes, loss prevention, and using modern data analytics to drive revenue.  Visit https://www.igniteyourservice.com/6canons to invest in yourself and your team.   - Great customer experiences inspires loyalty, advocacy, and referrals for new customers - Demoncratizing access to data and analytics within organizations can lead to decision making with a customer focus - Loyalty programs can lead to improved customer service and decreased theft in your business as you cultivate relationships - Create a culture where stealing is looked down upon and you are selecting people with integrity to joine your team (and be sure you are paying a competitive wage)   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Reach out to Russ: rhawkins@agilenceinc.com and https://www.agilenceinc.com/      Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    166: How CX Day and Customer Service Week Will Help You Grow Your Sales

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 26:05


    CX Day is coming up on October 1st and Customer Service Week is October 7th - 11th. These days are so important to ensuring that you can improve your service and grow your sales.  - CX Day is all about the strategy and the ROI on your customer experience investments and programs. - Customer Service Week is more tactical and empahsizes those on the front line who are the face of the oganization. - Creating a CX strategy and customer service program that creates easy experiences for customers and eliminates hassles - Using these events as a springboard into the future to prioritize customer experience as a growth engine for the whole year. Visit https://www.igniteyourservice.com/6canons to invest in yourself and your team. Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    165: Creating a Customer Centric Culture With Michael Hinshaw

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2024 24:08


    In this episode we welcome Michael Hinshaw into the studio to talk about customer centricity and  Visit https://www.igniteyourservice.com/6canons to invest in yourself and your team.   - You must be able to communicate what customer centricity means to your team so everyone is on the same page - Moving to a customer centric culture requires customer understanding and acting on what you hear from customers - Virtual learning is not enough on its own - it takes a combination of in person and virtual learning to drive success. It must also be applicable to their job and the information they need to be successful.   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Reach out to Michael: https://www.mcorpcx.com/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/mhinshaw/     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    164: 10 Employee Engagement + Retention Tips From Labor Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2024 20:47


    In this episode we share 10 tips to engage and retain your team. This Labor Day is a great opportunity to put employees at the center of yoru thinking to drive customer experience and business results. Visit https://www.igniteyourservice.com/6canons to invest in yourself and your team.   - How you treat your team is how they will treat customers - The history of Labor Day has been all about appreciating and celebrating the contributions of the workforce. - There are opportunities everyday to connect with your team and make them feel welcomed and included. - Lean into communication, professional development, and recognition to drive employee engagement and retention   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    163: Enabling High Performing Customer Success Teams Through AI With Shanif Dhanani

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2024 21:50


    In this episode we welcome Shanif Dhanani to discuss enabling contact centers and the power of generative AI to improve the customer experience. Visit https://www.igniteyourservice.com/6canons to invest in yourself and your team.   - The best customer experiences are easy and reliable. - Hire people for your customer success roles and contact centers who have a high degree of empathy - AI will continue to improve the chatbot experience and is a key way to use this tool in a real world way - Generative AI will help your customers solve their own problems more quickly   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   To Contact Shanif: Shanif@locusive.com or at https://www.locusive.com/     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    162: 5 Hard Truths About Employee Engagement

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2024 25:40


    In this episode I share 5 strategies to create a culture of employee engagement and retention. When you create a greate environment for your team, it makes them want to stay longer and give more discretionary effort. And you will grow your sales. Visit https://www.igniteyourservice.com/6canons to invest in yourself and your team.   - Employee engagement is more than just job satisfaction - Build a culture of continuous feedback and improvement - Stay competitive with compensation and pay - Create flexible work environments   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    161: Uncovering What You Don't Know About Your Customers with Aaron Tighe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2024 22:57


    In this episode we welcome Aaron Tighe into the studio to talk about customer experience and building a best-in-world experience Visit https://www.igniteyourservice.com/6canons to invest in yourself and your team.   - Great customer experience is about connection. - Empathetic and active listening will help you uncover unmet customer needs. - Learn more about your customers by asking the right questions at the right time.   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Aaron's Links: https://www.b2bsalesplaybook.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-tighe-7042635/   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    160: Crafting Unforgettable Premium Customer Experiences

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 23:19


    In this episode we talk about crafting premium customer experiences within this volotile and competive marketplace. This will create a loyal customer base to grow your sales. Visit https://www.igniteyourservice.com/6canons to invest in yourself and your team.   - Let's talk about the current state of customer experience - What are the current struggles in delivering loyalty-driving customer experiences (CX) - What is a premium customer experience? - How can you craft a premium customer experience for your business?   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    159: Understanding and Wowing Customers With Jessica Embree

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 24:42


    In this episode we welcome Jessica Embree from Tulip Marketing into the studio to talk about customer centricity, understanding your customers, and marketing solutions to help your customers thrive. Visit https://www.igniteyourservice.com/6canons to invest in yourself and your team.   - Start by listening to your customers and establishing robust communication - Look beyond demographics and focus on solving problems for customers and clients - Find small ways to give little wows to your customers and clients - Find ways to be generous with your expertise   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   LEARN MORE ABOUT JESSICA:   https://tulipmediagroup.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaembree/     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    158: 8 Hospitality Insights to Improve Your Customer Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 16:15


    In this episode we discuss the importance of taking your vacation and time off to drive business and personal results.  I also share 8 tips to improve your customer service through key hospitality insights. Visit https://thetonyjohnson.teachable.com/ to invest in yourself and your team.   - Prioritize your team training and experience - Focus on pesonalizing experiences for your customers - Lean into innovation and technology to solve problems for customers - Be creative to hear your customers and understand their feedback     Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    157: Building Customer Loyalty Through Sustainability With Christy Cook

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2024 25:53


    In this episode we invite Christy Cook into the studio to discuss sustainability and ESG (environmenal, social, and governance).  It is all about ensuring you deliver great experiences as well as make a positive impact in your community.   Visit https://www.4xi360.com/truenorth to learn how you can win better, retain better business.   EPISODE NOTES: - Customer experience begins with an intentional approach with strategially placed communication and education around sustainability. - Sustainability is important to customers and is a business imperative.  - Nail the low hanging fruit like tracking your utilities and finding ways to improve your power consumption. - You are probably doing more than you think you are, so be sure to communicate what you are already doing with your customers. - Check out competitor's sustainability reports for ideas and a potential roadmap for your efforts.   It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit https://www.igniteyourservice.com/6canons today to invest in yourself and your team.   Reach out to Christy:   https://www.4xiconsulting.com/sustainabilitysimplified christycook@4xiconsulting.com   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    156: Your 5 Step Roadmap to Customer Centricity

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 26:55


    In this episode we will discuss 5 strategies to create a culture of customer centricity in your organization.  In other words, let's keep customers at the center of everything we do. Visit https://thetonyjohnson.teachable.com/ to invest in your sales team.   - Start by prioritizing your employee experience - Cultivate customer understanding - Align with customer needs - Ensure a robust feedback mechanism to measure and gauge impact It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit Visit https://ignite-your-customer-service-master-class.teachable.com/p/six-canons-of-customer-service to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    155: Smarter Chatbots + AI to Delight Customers With Peter Voss

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 28:14


    In this episodes we invite Peter Voss from Aigo.ai into the studio to talk about Artificial Intelligence and how it can reduce friction for customers and consumers. Visit https://thetonyjohnson.teachable.com/ to invest in your sales team.   - Don't let the rulebook get in the way of creating great customer experiences. - Hyper pesonalization is a key way to build loyalty by customizing experiences and recognizing customer preferences. - Great automation can help you win during your peak periods by serving customers more quickly. - Cognitive AI will be a game changer to help supplement contact center agents and serve customers more effectively than generative AI. Get in touch with Peter Voss:  https://aigo.ai/   It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit Visit https://ignite-your-customer-service-master-class.teachable.com/p/six-canons-of-customer-service to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    154: 7 Tips to Selecting Your Customer Experience Leader

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 25:15


    In this episodes we share some observations from Key West Florida hospitality and how to select the very best CX leader for your business. Visit https://thetonyjohnson.teachable.com/ to invest in your sales team.   When you are hiring your CX leader: - Hire someone with a stong CX background, experience in operations, but they don't need to have specific knowledge of your particular market. - They must be a great communicator and skilled at bringing people together. - Look for leaders who can connect data to insights to actions. - Have the presence to be the voice of the customer and employee in every room they enter.   It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit Visit https://ignite-your-customer-service-master-class.teachable.com/p/six-canons-of-customer-service to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    153: Using Pattern of Management To Drive Customer + Employee Experiences

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2024 25:18


    In this episodes we talk about pattern of management how you can inspire your team to deliver amazing customer experiences each day. Visit https://ignite-your-customer-service-master-class.teachable.com/p/six-canons-of-customer-service to invest in your sales team.   Consider how you run your shifts and care for your team: Pattern of management is an intentional approach to leading your shifts and your business You can drive attention to detail that builds customer trust Being present with your team drives engagement through coaching and recognition Your presence sets a tone for expectations and excellence   It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit Visit https://ignite-your-customer-service-master-class.teachable.com/p/six-canons-of-customer-service to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    152: Understanding Customers With Dave Norton

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 27:19


    In this episodes we welcome Dave Norton of Stone Mantel into the studio.   Visit https://www.4xi360.com/truenorth to invest in your sales team. Key points from Dave: - Great customer experience makes me feel like my time with your business was well spent. - Leaders teach employees how to behave every day. - Employee engagement is the key to growing customer experiences. - We need to ensure we are aligned with customers' preferred ways of getting things done. - In the hospitality business we are about building loyalty through maximizing customers time and money (and often time is more valuable).   It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit http://6canons.com to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.   Reach Dave at:  https://www.stonemantel.co/   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    151: Great Employee Experiences = Great Customer Experiences

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2024 27:22


    Teams will reflect how they are treated back onto their teams.  Take the time to lead with a sense of empathy and enthusiasm and you will find they deliver higher quality experiences for guests, customers, and consumers.   Visit https://www.4xi360.com/truenorth to invest in your sales team.   - Employee experience begins with the hiring process, orientation, and onboarding. - Intentionally leading with empathy will help you lead your team the way they want to be led. - Communicate in a way the informs withour overwhelming. - Understanding the different generations in the workplace will help you lead them better. - Create welcoming and inclusive environments will help attract and retain top talent.   It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit http://6canons.com to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.     Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    150: Human-Level Customer Experience From A.I. With Nikola Mrkšić

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2024 22:00


    In this episode, I welcome Nikola Mrkšić from PolyAi into the studio to discuss artificial intelligence (A.I.) in contact centers. Visit http://6canons.com to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.   - Great AI helps you foget you're speaking to machine because it is about helping the customer. - Contact centers continue to grow and bring value to organizations. - Great AI and contact center operations can improve customer satisfaction and NPS. - Effective contact centers are not costs, but investments in your business growth. - The best AI is conversational in nature and has been given the right information to make the most of various use cases.   It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit http://6canons.com to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.   Nikola's Website:  https://poly.ai/ Email:  nikola@poly.ai   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    149: Customer Experience Trends for 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2023 24:44


    In this episode, I talk about the trends you need to prioritize going into 2024 when it comes to Customer Experience (CX).  It's time to close out 2023 and talk about the trends you need to know for the new year to grow your business. Visit http://6canons.com/ to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.   - Prioritize people and the basics of front line hospitality, consistency, and trust - Analyze your customer journey to reduce friction and prioritize your omnichannel experience - Utilize A.I. and predictive analystics to deliver hyper-personalized experiences - Deepen relationships in your community through local participation, sustainability, and good works   It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit http://6canons.com/ to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.     Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    148: Creating Magnetizing Experiences in Corporate Real Estate With Simon Elliot

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2023 36:46


    In this episode, we welcome Simon Elliot of 4xi Global Consulting to talk about the future of real estate and employee experience.  How can organizations create environments where employees want to be and utilize their space most effectively. - Employee are looking for reasons to return to the workplace and employers must find ways to magentize the workplace - Mixed use spaces have the potential to fill corporate real estate with inviting, innovative, and magnetizing offers   - The future of real estate might include several floors of different offerings, such as micro universities, hotels, office space, coworking, and entertainment locations   - The best workspaces will inspire teams to wan to come to the office and create a sense of community and casual collisions   Reach out to Simon Elliot:  Hello@4xiconsulting.com Navigating the Future of Corporate Real Estate: A Pathway to Revival:  https://www.4xiconsulting.com/post/navigating-the-future-of-corporate-real-estate-a-pathway-to-revival     It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit http://6canons.com/ to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.     Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Tik Tok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@igniteyourservice https://www.youtube.com/@TheTonyJohnson     Music: http://www.bensound.com

    147: Win the Holiday Hustle to Delight Your Customers and Employees

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2023 19:43


    In this episode, we talk about thriving though the holiday season - excelling in customer experience and empoyee engagement.  This will help you grow your sales and your reputation. Invest in my 5-star rated course on Customer Experience and Leadership:  http://6canons.com/   - Keep a close eye on how often you are asking for donations or tips from your customers - balance that so that don't feel manipulated - Keep your customer experience top of mind with personalized moments, steamlined shopping processes    - Ensure your team feels cared for by prioritizing recognition, supporting wellness, and creating opportunities to learn and grow throughout the year   It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit http://6canons.com/ to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.     Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    146: Strengths Based, Trauma Informed Marketing and Experiences With Kat Kennan

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2023 26:55


    In this episode, we welcome Kat Kennan into the studio to talk about strengths based, trauma informed, and inclusive marketing for today's consumers. Invest in my exclusive course on Customer Experience and Leadership:  http://6canons.com/   - Empathy driven understanding can improve both customer experience and marketing success by uncovering perceptions - Use the 3 Rs:  Radical empathy, Radical Vulnerability, Radical Authetic Investment - Trauma informed marketing is about embracing the human experience - most of us have experienced some form of trauma (such as the pandemic) - This understanding of our customers as individuals helps us ensure we communicate in meaningful and inclusive ways (and solve their problems)   It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit http://6canons.com/ to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.   Learn more about Kat at:  https://www.radicalcustomerexperience.com/   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    145: 10 Effective Team and Customer Communication Strategies

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2023 19:29


    In this episode I share 5 strategies for effective team and customer communication - and the benefits you can expect if you execute properly and consistently.   Invest in my exclusive course on Customer Experience and Leadership:  http://6canons.com/   - Prioritize active listening with both your customers and your team - Personalize your communication style to the moment and the person - Allow for easy ways to share feedback from both customers and employees with you and your company It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit http://6canons.com/ to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.     Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    144: Spooktacular Leadership Lessons From Halloween

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 21:05


    In this episode we discuss 5 leadership lessons from Halloween.  I know this week is a bit tougue in cheek, but give it a listen, you just might learn something fun to make you a better leader. Invest in my exclusive course on Customer Experience and Leadership:  http://6canons.com/   - Halloween is about transformation, so embrace change and adapt - Halloween corn mazes and escape rooms rely on communication, and so does your team - The best horror movies have heroes who solve problems, so teach your team to be great problem solvers - Trick or treaters are masters of teamwork, so learn from them and bring the idea of supporting each other to the team - Much as party-goers wear many different costumes on Halloween, leaders must wear many hats to inspire their teams It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit http://6canons.com/ to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.   Learn more about Jonathon at:  https://www.emergeagency.com/   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    143: Leading Digital Product Strategy and Transformation with Jonathon Hensley

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2023 30:18


    In this episode, we welcome Jonathan Hensley into the studio from Emerge, a digital product consulting firm. Invest in my exclusive course on Customer Experience and Leadership:  http://6canons.com/   - CX is the cumulative effect of the interactions we have with a brand - Building a common language with stakeholders helps ensure you stay on the same page - Product roadmaps ensure alignment and shared priorities across the organization - This is your week to own Customer Experience and springboard into delivering amazing hospitality for your guests well into the future.   It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit http://6canons.com/ to invest in my latest virtual hospitality program.   Learn more about Jonathon at:  https://www.emergeagency.com/   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    142: Getting the Most Out of Customer Service Week (and CX Day)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2023 17:30


    In this episode, we talk about upcoming Customer Service Week and CX Day. Link to my latest virtual hospitality program:  http://6canons.com/   - Customer Service Week is the first full week of October by presidential procolmation. - CX Day is on October 3rd - Good CX delivers better outcomes for customes, clients, and employees - This is your week to own Customer Experience and springboard into delivering amazing hospitality for your guests well into the future.   It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit http://6canons.com/ to find my exclusive course on Customer Experience and Leadership.   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    141: 5 Step Framework to Protect Quality and Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 19:44


    In this episode, we talk about quality and how to protect it in your business.   Link to my latest virtual hospitality program:  http://6canons.com/   - We discuss 3 businesses who are testing new CX strateies in the marketplace - Quality takes an intentional approach to ensure daily execution.  This is fueled by front line employees and their leaders. - 5 steps to maintaing quality in your business     It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit http://6canons.com/ to find my exclusive course on Customer Experience and Leadership.     Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Tony Johnson Customer Service Expert | Author | Trainer | Speaker     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    140 Leadership Mindset for Growth With James Saliba

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2023 27:23


    In this episode, we welcome James Saliba into the studio to discuss leadeship and Customer + Employee Experience.     - When establishing your CX strategy, you have to understand your customers and what they need - Leadership strategy is a bridge.  You must know where you are and where you are trying to go to plot a course. - Giving your team a safe place to fail can help employees learn and understand how to move forward    It's time for the great service comeback!  Visit http://6canons.com/ to find my exclusive course on Customer Experience and Leadership.     SHOW LINKS:  https://jamessaliba.com/       Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Tony Johnson Customer Service Expert | Author | Trainer | Speaker     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    129: Simplified Journey Mapping to Grow Your Customer Loyalty (and Sales)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2023 23:25


    In this episode, I talk about customer journey mapping and making things easy for your customers.  This is vital to retain customers as the economy cools and customers make purchasing decisions to deal with inflation.     - You must look at the customer journey from their point of view   - Look at the key touchpoints and ensure that you remove friction from each service moment  - Ensure you involve key stakeholders within your organization in the journey mapping process   It's time for the great service comeback!       Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Tony Johnson Customer Service Expert | Author | Trainer | Speaker     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    138: My Journey Through the Healthcare System and Patient Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2023 24:39


    In this episode, I talk about my journey through the healthcare space.  Here are some of my takeaways from my two weeks in the hospital from a PX perspective.      Cross communication is an important, and lacking piece, of the healthcare market  From a patient perspective, the amazing empathy from nurses, dining services, and patient transport made all the difference in my recovery  Prioritize the privacy and dignity of patients at all turns   It's time for the great service comeback!       Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Tony Johnson Customer Service Expert | Author | Trainer | Speaker     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    137: 5 Leadership Lessons From Independence Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2023 22:03


    In this episode, I discuss Independence Day and what we can all learn as leaders from the example of our Founding Fathers.     Vision  Courage  Collaboration Effective Communication Embracing Change   It's time for the great service comeback!   Book time to chat with Tony Johnson:  https://calendly.com/thetonyjohnson/15-minute-strategy-and-consultation     Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Tony Johnson Customer Service Expert | Author | Trainer | Speaker     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    136: Reframing Your Sales Process by Showcasing Your Value With Lisa J. Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2023 23:47


    In this episode, we welcome Lisa J. Smith of Smith Co. into the studio to talk about B2B sales.     Great leaders not only inspire, but they have your back when things get tough  Great sales leaders build diverse, independent thinking teams  Great sales leaders help their clients arrive at the right decisions together You are likely not a commodity, so make sure you are framing your value   It's time for the great service comeback!   Learn More Here:  https://www.smithcous.com/     Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Tony Johnson Customer Service Expert | Author | Trainer | Speaker     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    135: Memorial Day and the Spirit of Service

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2023 18:51


    In this episode, we share our gratitude for those who served and sacrified this Memorial Day.  Thank you.   Here are some lessons we can learn from Memorial Day:     Great leaders lead with integrity, honesty, and transparency  Effective leaders prioritize the experiences of their teams and their customers  Innovative leaders have the courage to try new things and get organziational buy in   It's time for the great service comeback!   Ready to chat?  Book time with Tony here:  https://calendly.com/thetonyjohnson/15-minute-strategy-and-consultation       Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Tony Johnson Customer Service Expert | Author | Trainer | Speaker     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    134: Does Your Technology Delight or Aggravate Your Customers?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2023 19:21


    In this episode, I discuss the power of technology to drive superior customer experiences.     Technology must fit together to create an omnichannel experience Great technology enables employees to focus on higher value tasks with guests Technology also allows customers to self-serve with reduced friction   It's time for the great service comeback!       Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Tony Johnson Customer Service Expert | Author | Trainer | Speaker     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    133: Customer Experience Is Your Recession Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2023 20:45


    In this episode, we talk about using customer experience as a differentiator in your market to grow your sales Take a step back and look at your customer journey to find friction points you can smooth out Ensure your employee training enables and empowers your team Listen to your customers through surveys to find out what they want and then take action   It's time for THE GREAT SERVICE COMEBACK!     Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Tony Johnson Customer Service Expert | Author | Trainer | Speaker     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    132: Building Experiences + Relationships Through Empathy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2023 17:57


    In this episode, we talk about the power of empathy and understanding to build relationships and drive personalization.  This is key to employee and cusomter experiences.     Empathy is about understanding, not agreement When you look at things from other's perspective, it helps you undersatnd their needs and wants You can develop your empathy by focusing on active listening and understanding your own emotions (devleoping your EQ)     It's time for the great service comeback!       Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Tony Johnson Customer Service Expert | Author | Trainer | Speaker     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:   https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    131: Leading Teams To Deliver Exceptional CX with Steve DiGioia

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2023 32:09


    In this episode, we invite Steve DiGioia into the studio to talk CX.      -  Leadership isn't about position, it's about influence and impact -  Be specific with your recognition -  Make sure that you work to train and empower your new managers It's time for the great service comeback!       Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.     Tony Johnson Customer Service Expert | Author | Trainer | Speaker     Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:  https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    130: Employee Experience Is Rocket Fuel for Customer Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2023 19:07


    In this episode, I talk about how great employee experience is the catalyst for great customer experience.   - Focus on your leadership behaviors and the traits you model - Ensure robust communication, including preshift huddles - Take the time to get to know your team beyond the daily work   It's time for the great service comeback!   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Tony Johnson Customer Service Expert | Author | Trainer | Speaker   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:  https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

    129: How Personalization Will WOW Your Customers and Grow Your Sales

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2023 24:03


    In this episode we talk about delivering personalized experiences that feel "just for them" to your clients, customers, guests, and consumers.     Loyalty apps are re-evaluating the amount of engagement needed from guests to earn milestones and freebies Brands like Netflix, Starbucks, Ritz Carlton, and Amazon find ways to personalize service each day Create customer avatars or personae to understand your customer base and what matters to them Train your team to recognize the various customer types and take action to serve them in a personalized and friendly ways     It's time for the great service comeback!   Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.   Tony Johnson Customer Service Expert | Author | Trainer | Speaker   Check out my FREE Resources and Training Tools: Web: https://www.igniteyourservice.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RecipeforserviceNet Twitter:  https://twitter.com/The_TonyJohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THE_TONYJOHNSON/ Tik Tok:  https://vm.tiktok.com/owrTbL/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tonyjohnsoncx/   Music: http://www.bensound.com

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