Thought Leadership
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3 ways to drive culture and strategy with HR leaders
HR leaders might seem to have a limited set of data to gauge organizational culture, focusing on employee engagement surveys, employee net promoter score (eNPS), and exit interviews. However, if you have an employee recognition program in place, you possess a treasure trove of information that can drive strategic decisions and provide actionable insights for cultural […]
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A three-step formula to improve customer retention and drive loyalty
Personalization goes beyond just using the customer’s name. Recognizing a customer for achieving a milestone or engaging in a critical touchpoint should be specifically acknowledged. Start by gathering meaningful customer data. What kind of information are you collecting about your customers beyond their name and contact details? Are you recognizing first-time buyers, repeat customers, or […]
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How to design a successful sales incentive program
Many organizations face common challenges with their sales incentive programs, such as: To overcome these challenges, organizations need an effective strategy, such as: Different types of incentives can be used to address various goals and timeframes: A proven methodology can help drive behaviours and activities that produce measurable results: By addressing common issues and implementing […]
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How to personalize channel loyalty
First, we create a program unique to the target customers’ needs and interests, an approach also known as idiosyncratic fit in behavioural economics. This personalized tailoring helps customers feel as if they have an advantage as they pursue maximum rewards and benefits. It encourages them to keep using the program. From there, we add a […]
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Increase enrollment in customer loyalty programs
If your business has a customer loyalty program or if you’re thinking of starting one, you will need an effective enrollment campaign to get it launched and growing. Here are five key ideas to help achieve the success you’re looking for. 1. Have you clearly defined the mission and goals of your loyalty program? And do you have […]
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3 strategies to drive learner engagement
Expectations for digital learning experiences are high, but the attention spans of learners are short. Keeping learners engaged and inspired while customizing courses to fit your company’s needs is an important aspect of learning, but you need more than that to keep learners interested. Here are three strategies to keep learners engaged. – 1 – […]
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Winning the last four feet
For brands operating in retail, success is determined by the ability to “win the last four feet” – the critical interaction between the customer and the retail associate. Regardless of the advertising budget, it can all be rendered ineffective if a competitor excels in that final interaction. Conversely, outperforming competitors in those crucial moments can […]
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How to reach the 65 plus demographic
To reach older adults, we recommend letting go of old stereotypes. Rather than sitting in rocking chairs on the front porch as the world goes by, today’s older adults are active and engaged in their communities. In developing loyalty programs or behaviour change initiatives for this audience, it’s important to acknowledge current lifestyles—and how they […]
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Driving incremental sales results
In any organization, employees are the backbone of success. Their dedication, motivation and enthusiasm directly impact the company’s performance, especially in driving incremental sales results. However, inspiring employees to go above and beyond their job description requires more than just monetary incentives. It demands a culture of inspiration that fosters engagement, creativity and a sense of ownership. […]