What Does the TV Show, Severance, Say About the State of Corporate Leadership

September 19, 2025 | By: John DiJulius

The show Severance won 10 Emmys at the 2025 Emmy Awards. The concept of the wildly popular show Severance is builtaround a dystopian workplace experiment in which employees undergo a surgical procedure called “severance,” which splits their consciousness into two separate identities: “Innie,” the version of themselves that exists only at work and has no… Read Full Article

222: How to Identify and Eliminate Negative Cues in Business

September 18, 2025 | By: John DiJulius

Summary: In this episode of the Customer Service Revolution, Denise Thompson and John DiJulius discuss the changing landscape of customer service, particularly focusing on Southwest Airlines. They explore how the airline, once a leader in customer satisfaction, is facing challenges due to management decisions prioritizing profits over customer experience. The conversation delves into the importance… Read Full Article

Customer Engagement is a Contact Sport and Much More…

September 12, 2025 | By: John DiJulius

Spirit Airlines Files for Bankruptcy, Again It doesn’t matter how cheaply you sell your services and products; customers will not buy from you if your customer service is lousy. Spirit Airlines, the most hated brand in the US,  has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection for the second time in less than a year. This… Read Full Article

How Joseph-Beth Booksellers’ Hires Customer Experience Rockstars and More…

September 05, 2025 | By: John DiJulius

Awesome Professional Development Best Practice Awesome Best Practice When speaking for Rentscale, the largest sales consulting and coaching company in the residential property management industry, I recently heard about a great best practice. Instead of hosting the traditional “book club,” they host a “YouTube club.” I absolutely love this. I immediately ripped off this idea… Read Full Article

Why Your Business Needs Customer Service Consulting Services

September 05, 2025 | By: John DiJulius

Customer Service Consulting Services: Transform Your Business with Expert Support Solutions Customer service can make or break your business. Studies show that 89% of customers switch to competitors after experiencing poor service, while companies with superior customer experience generate 60% higher profits than their competitors. If your business is struggling with customer retention, negative reviews,… Read Full Article

Do You Really Need a CRM Degree?

August 29, 2025 | By: John DiJulius

Do You Really Need a CRM Degree?  Here’s a Better Alternative… When CX business leaders consider advancing their careers, one option that often comes up is pursuing a customer relationship management (CRM) degree. After all, customer experience has become a top differentiator in today’s market, and organizations that excel in building relationships gain a significant… Read Full Article

The Demise of Face-to-Face Interactions has led to a Customer Service Crisis

August 22, 2025 | By: John DiJulius

We used to go to dinner, but now we order through apps like DoorDash. We used to go to the stores, but now we buy online. We used to work in offices, but now we work from home. We used to meet potential dating partners at social events, but now we swipe right on dating… Read Full Article

218: Creating an Above and Beyond Culture

August 21, 2025 | By: John DiJulius

Summary In this episode of the Customer Service Revolution podcast, Denise Thompson and John R. DiJulius III discuss the importance of creating an above and beyond culture in customer service. They explore how empowering employees, defining what above and beyond means, and overcoming fears can lead to exceptional customer experiences. The conversation also covers various… Read Full Article

Keep Call Centers in America Act

August 18, 2025 | By: John DiJulius

“…all Americans deserve good service. When folks pick up the phone and ask for help, they shouldn’t have to deal with AI robots or be routed to someone across the world. This bill puts American workers first and ensures people can talk to a real person who understands them when they need help,” said Senator Jim… Read Full Article

217: How to Become A Trusted Business Partner Clients Can’t Live Without

August 14, 2025 | By: John DiJulius

How to Become Your Clients’ Trusted Business Partner Summary: In this episode of the Customer Service Revolution Podcast, John DiJulius and Denise Thompson delve into the art of becoming an indispensable business partner. Discover how to build trust and foster relationships that clients can’t imagine living without. From the importance of loving what you do… Read Full Article