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Summary In this solo episode of Your Customer, Your Success, Gary Marra discusses various topics, including the misconceptions surrounding agentic AI, the innovative customer experience strategies of the Savannah Bananas, and a unique approach to golf course management. He emphasizes the importance of understanding AI’s limitations, the need for engaging customer experiences, and how to […]

Summary In this conversation, Chris Gillen, CEO of Caller Base AI and author of The Villain Trap, discusses the dynamics of leadership accountability, the impact of blame culture on organizations, and the importance of employee experience in delivering great customer experience. He introduces the concept of the ‘Villain Trap,’ where leaders often blame others for

Summary In this conversation, Gary Marra speaks with Bill Kasko, President and CEO of Frontline Source Group, about the current state of the job market, the impact of technology on employment, and effective job search strategies. Bill shares insights on the importance of a strong professional network, the unique People.Process.Service. ™ framework his company employs,

Summary In this conversation, Shruti Joshi, President and COO of Facet Wealth, discusses the transformative approach to financial planning that focuses on accessibility and member-centricity. She highlights the challenges faced by millions of Americans who lack access to quality financial services and explains how Facet Wealth’s flat fee model builds trust and encourages meaningful client

Episode 19: From Imposter Syndrome to Influencer: Rachel Provan’s Leadership Playbook for First-Time Managers SUMMARY In this episode of Your Customer, Your Success, Gary Marra sits down with Rachel Provan, founder of Provan Success and host of The Psychology of Customer Success. Rachel shares her journey from a high-performing individual contributor to an overwhelmed first-time manager—and how

In this engaging conversation, Gary Marra is joined by Alyssa Nolte who shares her unique journey from a startup founder to leading TruVue, a customer intelligence platform. She discusses the importance of understanding customer psychology, common mistakes companies make in their approach to customer experience, and the significance of building trust and relationships with customers.

In this conversation, Gary Marra and Dave Seaton delve into the intricacies of journey mapping, focusing on the Dave’s DARMA method ™. They discuss the importance of understanding customer experiences, common pitfalls in journey mapping, and the steps involved in the DARMA method, and then purposely focus on the FIRST A or the “Analyze” phase.

In this solo episode, Gary Marra reflects on his journey in podcasting, the importance of client experience, and the distinction between transactional and relationship-based business models. He emphasizes the need for businesses to manage relationships effectively, regardless of whether they operate in B2B or B2C spaces. The episode also touches on the implications of AI

In this conversation, Andrew Carothers shares his insights on the art of storytelling, emphasizing its importance in business communication with award-winning host Gary Marra. He discusses the role of storytelling in customer experience (CX) and how it can be used to inform and influence audiences. Andrew outlines a structured approach to storytelling, starting with understanding

In this episode, Gary Marra interviews Mark Stern, founder and CEO of the Custom Box Agency, to discuss how his company optimizes customer journeys through innovative physical box experiences. They dig into the power of packaging experience, the art of standing out in a crowded market, and how thinking outside the box—literally and figuratively—can revolutionize customer engagement. From

Summary In this episode of ‘Your Customer Your Success’, host Gary Marra speaks with Josh Nutter, Vice President of Business Development at OP360. They discuss the mission of OP360 in enhancing customer experience through outsourcing, the challenges faced in the industry, and the importance of training and managing outsourced teams. Josh shares insights on the

Summary In this episode, Gary Marra welcomes Stacy Sherman, a renowned Customer Experience (CX) leader, speaker, and author, to explore how businesses can create impactful customer journeys by aligning CX with business goals. Stacy shares her thoughts on what it means to ‘do CX right’, emphasizing the importance of understanding the customer journey, empowering employees, and maintaining consistency across all

Bridging the Trust with Involvement Culture – Tim McCleary, Episode 11 In this conversation, Tim McCleary discusses the critical role of company culture and employee engagement in driving organizational success. He introduces the concept of ‘involvement culture,’ which emphasizes trust, empowerment, and connection among employees. Tim highlights the alarming statistics of employee disengagement and the

In this conversation, Gary Marra and guest Chris Hood delve into the complexities of AI in customer experience. They discuss the hype surrounding AI technologies, the importance of critical thinking, and the need for businesses to prioritize customer needs over technology. They explore the historical context of AI, the risks of blindly following trends, and

🎙 Guest: Sean Albertson – CX Consultant & Strategist, Keynote Speaker, and Author In this conversation, Sean Albertson, Founder and CEO of CX4Rocks Consulting, Speaker, and Author, discusses the evolving landscape of customer experience (CX) and the challenges organizations face today. He emphasizes the growing expectations of customers, the decentralization of CX roles, and the importance of