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Episode Synopsis
In this episode of SaaS Therapy, Todd Kirk and substitute co-host Debra Wilson chat with Joe Di Grande, a former VP of Customer Success turned CS consultant. They explore the concept of "tech touch" in customer success, emphasizing its importance in scaling businesses and enhancing customer experiences. Joe provides practical advice on when to adopt digital touch strategies and how to manage customers at scale, ultimately aiming to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.TakeawaysTech Touch is essential for scaling customer success.Digital customer success should be a strategy, not just for low-value customers.Data infrastructure is crucial for effective personalization.Start with low-risk customers to experiment with digital touch.Identify repetitive tasks to free up CSMs for impactful work.Dynamic content can personalize automated communications.Understanding customer data helps in effective segmentation.Investing in digital strategies benefits all customer segments. Do not automate and send out communications blindly.Focus on who you do not want to automate communications to.Build processes before implementing new technology.Use existing tools to clean and manage data effectively.Contents00:00 Intro01:12 Understanding Tech Touch in Customer Success05:37 Shifting Perspectives on Digital Customer Success09:23 The Importance of Data in Personalization12:23 Beyond Emails: Effective Digital Communication Strategies17:01 When to Implement Digital Touch Strategies22:05 Maximizing Efficiency Through Automation28:00 Identifying Common Pitfalls in Customer Success33:58 Building a Data-Driven Culture39:03 Starting Small: The Path to ScalabilityResourcesConnect with CaseyConnect with ToddVisit the show pageGet to know BrainStormCreditsShow direction: Debra WilsonShow design: Kensie SmithShow manager: Angela Allred
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