by Tony Johnson | Nov 22, 2018 | Customer Experience, Employee Experience
The holidays are upon us. There is a special energy in the atmosphere from Halloween to New Years, and somewhere between carving pumpkins to popping champagne corks, there is something wonderful in the air. This week is a great time to think about gratitude and...by Tony Johnson | Sep 29, 2018 | Customer Experience
Customer Service week begins Monday, October 1st. It’s a chance to celebrate those who serve and their impact on the Guest experience. This is particularly relevant in our experience economy. How organizations treat their teams directly impacts how they will...by Tony Johnson | Jul 29, 2018 | Business Performance, Customer Experience, Leadership
I was entering a convention center this week and I watched the arriving group as they walked up to the building. To put it in perspective, this was a massive event. The excitement in the air was palpable and the building was covered in colorful banners...by Tony Johnson | Apr 15, 2018 | Customer Experience, Leadership
Organizations seek every day to differentiate themselves within their marketplace and create emotional connections. Often that leads to processes, programs and training – and yet nothing changes in terms of service. Overall Service remains tepid and Guests are...by Tony Johnson | Mar 26, 2018 | Customer Experience, Leadership
Everybody likes surprises, right? Well I certainly do, and I want to share with you how a thoughtful gesture on my birthday made all the difference. Mostly, Guests are hoping that interactions will be quick, effortless, and meet their basic needs. It is, however,...