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Mar 26, 2024

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

Mar 9, 2024

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

Mar 1, 2024

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

Jan 28, 2024

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

Jan 13, 2024

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

Dec 30, 2023

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

Dec 10, 2023

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

Nov 25, 2023

In this episode, I talk about thriving through the holiday season - excelling in customer experience and employee 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

Nov 17, 2023

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

Nov 5, 2023

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

Oct 27, 2023

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

Oct 14, 2023

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

Oct 1, 2023

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

Sep 19, 2023

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

Sep 9, 2023

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

Aug 26, 2023

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

Aug 11, 2023

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

Jun 30, 2023

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

Jun 10, 2023

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

May 28, 2023

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

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May 13, 2023

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/

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Apr 30, 2023

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

Apr 15, 2023

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

Mar 31, 2023

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

Mar 18, 2023

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

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