S2 E202: Encore Episode – Does introspection always lead to improvement?

We tend to think that analyzing what customers are thinking and feeling — and reviewing our own errors in judgement and action — will always create a better result. But, is that really the case? On today’s PROJECT DISTINCT, Scott McKain relates how a recent dinner conversation motivated him to learn more about the value (or lack thereof) of introspection and evaluation as we try to improve our organizations, our careers, and ourselves.

S2 E201: Why the CEO must be the chief customer experience officer in any organization

In any organization, EVERYONE is responsible for the customer experience.  However, the latest evidence clearly shows that it is of such great importance that the CEO — even the Board of Directors — must consider it as “job #1.” On today’s PROJECT DISTINCT, Scott McKain provides the evidence and reasoning behind why delivering an “Ultimate Customer Experience ®” is the single most important thing any business does, regardless of its size or number of employees.

S2 E200: Your story is better than your statement

With more ways than ever to connect with customers, we now have more ways to miscommunicate with them, as well! On today’s PROJECT DISTINCT, Scott McKain takes a look at the most impactful — and memorable — form of distinctive business communication: narrative. Here’s why the stories you tell are more memorable than the statements you share —

S2 E199: The Self-Reliant Entrepreneur with John Jantsch

On a special episode of PROJECT DISTINCT, our guest host — author and marketing consultant, John Jantsch — will talk about entrepreneurial success. John’s forthcoming book, “The Self-Reliant Entrepreneur” is a guide for creating a deeper relationship with the entrepreneurial journey. Today’s episode is a deep and insightful look at an important topic — one that is a “must listen!”

For more information on John’s forthcoming book: https://ducttapemarketing.com/the-self-reliant-entrepreneur/

S2 E198: Happy employees create happy customers

We all say we want happy customers — but, are we willing to make the effort to ensure we create happy employees who can deliver the type of customer experience that will help us achieve that goal? On today’s PROJECT DISTINCT, Scott McKain will review specific points that will help us create a culture of happy employees.

Here’s the link to the post Scott discusses today: https://supportyourcustomer.com/happy-employees-make-happy-customers-how-to-achieve-this

S2 E197: Will AI dramatically change the customer experience?

There’s so much talk about Artificial Intelligence and how it’s going to revolutionize everything from driving our cars to the experiences we have as customers. Yet, Scott McKain asks in today’s PROJECT DISTINCT, will it REALLY have a disruptive impact? Or, do we need to tap the brakes just a bit on what we think is the future of CX and AI? You’ll find out on this episode!

Here are the posts that Scott references during today’s show:

“How AI will — and won’t — dominate customer service in 2019”:  https://betanews.com/2019/01/07/how-ai-will-and-wont-dominate-customer-service-in-2019/

“How AI Will Make Customer Service Reps Better At Their Jobs”: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2018/12/14/how-ai-will-make-customer-service-reps-better-at-their-jobs/#46ffbbf53be8