Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, author & keynote speaker. What is a loyalty program? It’s a program designed to get ...

Most loyalty programs today look similar, with many not taking customer loyalty into consideration at all. Programs are often just not that exciting for customers or reflective of the individuality of ...

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A strong relationship with your customers is the basis of any business that is successful. The loyalty programs, if carefully designed and implemented can be powerful tools to strengthen these ...

They expect more now: More value, more simplicity, more convenience, more excitement. They want loyalty programs to actually elevate their day-to-day lives and help them save while also being fun, ...

Personalization wins loyalty. Loyalty programs thrive on real-time data and AI-driven insights, which help create tailored rewards that drive deeper customer connections. AI powers smarter rewards. AI ...

In today's consumer landscape, there are practically as many loyalty programs as there are brands vying for your attention. Which companies, though, have earned repeat business from their customers by ...

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 ...

New data shows loyalty programs are valuable tools for developing strong customer relationships. Here’s how to create an effective one. A successful loyalty strategy offers customers tangible value ...

A compelling loyalty and rewards program can be a significant differentiator in the competitive financial services landscape. These programs can improve customer retention at neobanks, add more value ...

Two-thirds of retailers offer loyalty programs, according to a Salesforce survey of 8,350 shoppers and 1,700 retail industry decision-makers released last week. Another 29% plan to roll out loyalty ...

Heightened expectations backfire. Loyalty members expect better service and react more strongly when brands fall short. Unmet expectations can harm brand equity. Perks can backfire. Loyalty rewards ...